For generations, most people have preferred light colours—like white, crea, or pastels—for the walls in their homes. This comes as no surprise given that you've probably always been told that light colours make a room feel bigger and airier. However, these days, more and more people are turning to dark colours for their walls, from navy blue and mauve to pitch black. If you're a fan of this trend but you're on the fence about it, here's how you can make it work for you.
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Multi-storey carparks play a vital role in the infrastructure of every Australian city. With their concrete and steel structures, they provide the parking spaces which allow people to leave their vehicles at the home, office, or shopping centre and go about their business without the inconvenience of hunting for somewhere to leave their car. If you aren't familiar with the way building materials react to their environment, then you might think that a concrete and steel structure was strong enough to withstand anything the climate and regular use might produce, but that isn't the case.
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A spacious, open kitchen provides a welcoming area in which to cook and socialise with friends and family. When undergoing home extensions, make sure to incorporate elements that give this central area an expansive feel. Here are some ideas.
Install Glass Internal Double Doors
One way to open up a kitchen is to widen the doorway to other internal rooms. While the actual floor area remains the same, the bigger entryway will create a sense of flow.
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Over time, the exterior of your home can succumb to weathering, fading and cracking. Bricks and other pebble surfaces can look outdated. To freshen up the exterior, why not cover the walls with cement rendering? Here are several advantages of this procedure.
Improves Aesthetics
Rendering your home can create a sleek, modern look by spreading a uniform texture and colour across the facade. Materials such as brick have multiple mortar lines breaking up the surface, whereas cement rendering is continuous and even.
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When it comes to residential building design, many different factors have to be taken into account, including usability, safety and longevity. The building needs to be designed with a purpose depending on its occupants and their needs and it is crucial to integrate natural light wherever possible. However, this is not always at the top of the list when it comes to building design, and if it's not addressed correctly, it can sometimes ruin the finished effect.
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