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Outdoor renovation?

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hat’s your home off ce like? Is it a cluttered corner in your bedroom, the guest room when you don’t have visitors, or simply a pile of paperwork on the family dining table?

For a lot of home renovators, a decent home off ce is at the top of the wish list, so this month we’re dedicating our cover story to creating the perfect home off ce or work space. Whether you’ve decided to set up a business from home, you’re retired and plan to pen the great Australian novel in your pyjamas, or you just want a dedicated room for all your paperwork, we hope the story over the page will inspire.

Also this month we have tips and style ideas for the kitchen, bathroom, living room and more, and in f nishing touches we have covetable bits and pieces to make your reno a home.

Think you have enough cushions? We think you can do with a few more, but hands off the pink rug on page 30 – I want it!

Cover story .....................6 Create the perfect home off ce

Kitchen ..............................8 Trends and must-have products

Bathroom .........................10 Timber, tiles and more

Style ................................. 12 The hot looks for 2015

Tips ..................................14 Save money, adopt some chooks

Tips ..................................16 Lounge-buying guide

Building ...........................18 Achieve sustainable design

DIY .................................. 20 Tiling tips for DIYers

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Making it work

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he home off ce has become an essential addition for many renovators. The availability of reliable internet and a desire for f exibility is leading more and more workers to opt for home-based employment, while those keen for a career change are also starting businesses from home.

The Federal Government is also jumping on board. It has plans for 12 per cent of public servants to regularly work from home by 2020 in the hope it will increase productivity and reduce costs.

If you’re planning to renovate or update and want to include a space

for your home-based business, the Australian Institute of Architects has the following tips: • Ensure the room is adequate for your needs – is there enough storage, what about space for support staff, and do you need a meeting area?

• If you are going to have clients visit, how will they enter your space? Perhaps you need a separate external entry.

• Make adequate provision for ventilation and light. It’s essential you are comfortable in your new work area.

• Where will your work area be situated on your property? Do you

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need to be visible from the street?

Is it just a room in the house, or do you need a separate dwelling?

• Do you have adequate internet access for your needs?

• Do you need a quiet location for your off ce? Consider the noise – from neighbours and your own family – when f nding a space for you workplace.

• What about parking? Do you need to make provision for a car space or two?

Once you’ve worked out your needs, it’s then time to start planning.

And the best thing about creating an off ce in the home is you can decorate it completely to your taste.

Store it Remember when they said computers would turn all off ces into paperless ones? It seems we have more documents and paper than ever, so plan for plenty of document storage in your new home off ce. You’ll also need a spot for stationery, books and other bits and pieces. If you are going to have lots of f les and don’t love the open shelf look, why not stash the ugly f ling cabinet in a cupboard? Invest in drawers and pop up some handy shelves near your desk.

A glare in there When searching for a room or space for your new home off ce, be aware of what the sun will be doing throughout the day and the year.

A room with north-facing windows might seem like a good idea as you’ll want lots of natural light, but the winter sun might dip below the eaves and blind you at your desk. It’s probably not a good idea to have your computer and devices sitting in the harsh western sun either, while a south-facing room with few windows might get a little gloomy. It’s a good idea to budget for blinds and extra task lighting in your off ce revamp.

Tick of approval If you’re planning to run a business from your home off ce, you might need to check with the Sunshine Coast Council to see if you need to get approval f rst. While the majority of businesses don’t need planning approval, you will still need to comply with some rules, for example you can’t cause your neighbours any problems in the running of your business. For advice and more head to business.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/ sitePage.cfm?code=home-based-business.

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KITCHEN //

Power strip You can never have enough light in the kitchen. An effective accent light, LED strips are also great for task lighting in dark spots that need it. Install a strip underneath your overhead cabinets – you’ll get a strong glow on your benchtops, and it will provide ambient light for the rest of the room. To add warmth to the kitchen, install the strips on top of the cupboards, and for shelves and pantries, LEDs will help illuminate dark corners.

For the novice renovator, you can buy DIY LED strip kits, which are easy to install.

Space solutions If you are working with a small space, consider a single-drawer dishwasher, rather than a full-sized one. Add a built-in microwave to save on bench space and an appliance cupboard for the kettle, coffee machine and toaster will keep things neat and tidy. Go for handle-free cupboard doors and drawers for a streamlined look, and paint the cabinets in the same colour as the wall. A kitchen trolley, such as this Davis & Waddell Bamboo Trolley, $199, from www. davisandwaddell.com.au, will add extra bench and storage space that you can simply roll away when not needed.

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Imagine... NO Being seen in 2015: wallpaper A trend that kitchen experts are expecting to see more of in 2015 is the incorporation of wallpaper in kitchen designs.

Whether it’s to add contrast, dress up a dull corner or simply add visual impact, more and more home owners and renovators are willing to pop up wallpaper in unexpected places.

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BATHROOM //

Time for timber?

We love the look of timber in the bathroom, but as a natural product many home renovators are nervous about installing timber in a wet area due to the risk of swelling and warping.

Here are some tips on using timber in the bathroom: • Whether you are using it in a vanity, bench, f oor or wall, choose the right timber for the job. Solid timbers with tight grains are less likely to absorb moisture, so go for teak, cedar or bamboo.

• Timbers warp and expand when they take on moisture, so once you have chosen your timber product, it must be properly sealed. Sealing ensures no water can penetrate the timber.

• Think about ventilation. Even if you’ve chosen a heavy timber and sealed it well, keeping the bathroom relatively moisture free is the next step. If you do have water spill on your timber, wipe it away as quickly as possible.

• Don’t forget there are some fantastic products that mimic the look and feel of timber. Porcelain tiles that look just like timber can fool even the fussiest home renovator.

Cover it up If your tiles are looking tired, you might not have to resort to a complete renovation.

It might be that your grout just needs a good clean. In the past you would have to scrape out the old grout and replace it with new, but now you can buy products that can be applied over the existing grout, giving the whole area a fresh, newly tiled look. Keep an eye out at your local hardware store for these rejuvenation products.

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STYLE //

Trend alert THE interior trend for 2015 is textures and design inspired by nature. Think foliage-f lled wallpapers, insect prints, timber accessories, stone and bark textures and organic shapes. Metal will also be big in interior styling, with copper, pewter, gold and silver accents adding a touch of industrial glamour to the home.

Casual corner Create an informal space where you can enjoy your morning cuppa and a chat. Keep it simple with beanbags or ottomans and pared-back styling.

INTERIOR UPDATE What’s big for 2015? The good news is on-trend colours, textures and designs are also timeless and elegant.

Shy of using bright hues in the home?

Green is a great choice for minimalists. Add a splash with a pot plant or cu cushion for a touch o of understated colour.

Pantone’s colour of the year for 2015 is Marsala, a sophisticated, earthy red. How will you use it in your home?

Match it with olive green or indigo for an elegant combination.

Lighting look The industrial vintage look in lighting will continue its strong push into 2015, and why shouldn’t it? Look out for raw Edison-style bulbs, wire-caged pendant lights and industrial-inspired shades in copper and chrome.

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When choosing a colour palette for all external areas of the home, take into account the surrounding landscape and architecture. Go for a UV- and dirt-resistant product and remember that texture will hide bumps and lumps.

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TIPS //

Lounge-buying guide You’ll be spending a lot of time relaxing in your renovated lounge or living space, so before hitting the furniture shops for your next sofa or lounge, it pays to plan.

You can buy a sofa based on how many people it seats (two-seater, three-seater and so on). Or you can opt for a modular lounge, which consists of separate modules that can be conf gured in just the way you need them. You can get corner sofas and lounges that feature a chaise for reclining in front of the TV.

STYLE When buying a sofa, ask yourself what it will be used for. If it’s in front of the TV and you have a large family, a decent-sized corner lounge with a chaise might be the way to go. If you want flexibility to arrange the setting for various uses, a modular setting will be handy, and if your living space needs to do double-duty as a guest room, a sofa bed is a good choice. If you’re not interested in watching TV but have guests over a lot for a cuppa and a chat, two sofas that face each other over a coffee table is a great look.

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SUBSTANCE When it comes to quality, it starts with the frame. More affordable sofas and lounges will usually feature a frame made of a timber such as pine – these aren’t built for heavy treatment. A heavier timber frame such as jarrah will put up with a lot more rough treatment, but if you really need a durable frame, go for metal. Quality cushions will be high-density and a quality sofa will feature seat suspension to help keep the sofa firm and comfortable for years to come.

THERE’S MORE Leather is durable, resists stains and is easy to wipe down after a spill, but this upholstery will generally be more expensive. There are plenty of leather-look sofas at your furniture store, which give the look of leather without the price. Great for families, leather-look sofas are easy to wipe down, but you’ll find they don’t wear as well as the real thing.

You can go for a fabric sofa. Look out for fabrics that are washable – a bonus when the kids spill red cordial on your cream lounge.

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BUILDING //

Sustainable design Want to make your home more sustainable, but not sure how, or even what it means? According the Australian Institute of Architects, a sustainable home is one that is more liveable and healthier than other homes, saves you money on water and energy bills and is constructed using environmentally eff cient materials.

Sustainable homes incorporate passive solar design features such as house orientation, good ventilation, insulation and shading; they integrate water, waste and energy eff ciencies; and use cost-effective building materials to maximum comfort and minimise energy costs in running the home.

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If you’re undertaking a major renovation or building a new home, you must meet the minimum energy-eff ciency requirements.

Under Queensland law, the minimum energy eff ciency rating for new houses and townhouses is six stars. This also applies when renovating an existing house.

However, a six-star house might not look any different to other home, incorporating passive design features that will add little or no extra cost to your budget. Some tips for passive design include: • Having the living areas in the northern part of the home and

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DON’T MOVE...

RENOVATE

KITCHENS • VANITIES • SHELVING • OFFICE including a good layout of rooms.

• Minimising the area of east- and west-facing walls and windows.

• Including wider eaves and awnings for shade.

• Adding windows to capture breezes.

• Insulating the roof and walls.

• Ensuring walls and the roof are light coloured.

• Adding glazing to windows.

• Including ceiling fans in all rooms.

This home improvement checklist from the Australian Institute of Architects will make your home more sustainable: • Fix leaky taps, showers and toilet cisterns.

• Change to low-f ow showerheads.

• Plant a drought-tolerant garden.

• Install solar panels.

• Replace your toilet cisterns with water-eff cient dual-f ush units.

• Upgrade your heating system to a more eff cient design.

• Put in a water tank.

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DIY //

INTO THE GROOVE

GROUT AND ABOUT

When laying tiles, spread only as much mortar as you can use in 10 minutes. If the mortar sits for too long, it will harden and the tiles won’t stick to it. Spread the mortar evenly using the notched edges of a trowel to create grooves.

To make sure your tiling job lasts, you must set and grout the tiles properly. Check with the staff at your local hardware on the type of mortar that’s best for your job – the mortar you use on the floor will be different to that used for wall tiles. Grout fills the lines between the tiles and comes in different colours, so consider carefully the right colour for your project. It’s important to apply a grout sealer after the job is done, to make cleaning easier and keep stains at bay.

MIXING MORTAR When mixing mortar, place the dry powder in a bucket and gradually add the water, mixing as you go to achieve a creamy consistency. For small batches, you can mix the mortar by hand, but for large batches use a mortar mixing paddle attached to an electric drill.

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TOOLS OF THE TRADE When laying tiles you’ll need the right tools. Grab a trowel and a notched trowel to apply the mortar. You’ll need tiles spaces to separate the tiles, plus a pair of pliers to remove those spaces once the tiles are laid. Grab a rubber mallet to tap in tiles, while a grout float is needed to apply the grout over tiles and into the joins.

Sponges and rags come in handy to clean up after grouting.

You will also need to hire a tile cutter.

Cabinets pre-drilled for easy assembly Installation Available

ColorVogue Kitchens is a family owned and operated business and has been established for 20 years on the Sunshine Coast.

Open: Monday - Friday 8am-4pm, Saturday - By appointment

Phone: 5493 2566 Visit our display room at 14 Bearing Avenue, Warana (Off Main Dr) www.colorvoguekitchens.com.au E: info@colorvoguektichens.com.au

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Maroochydore Homemaker Centre, Maroochy Boulevard 5452 1580 Harvey Norman® stores are operated by independent franchisees. www.harveynorman.com.au/f ooring.

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Advice and ideas to turn your renovation into a home

Mainlinen’s commercial towels start at just $12.95. Head to mainlinen.com for more colours.

Write a list of what you don’t like about your current kitchen or bathroom – is it lack of light, the storage or benchtop space, not enough power outlets, a single sink or basin, a diff cult-to-clean oven? A new design gives you the chance to f x those problems.

LOVE THIS LOOK Concrete in domestic settings is a practical and contemporary material, and Concreate’s customised polished concrete benchtop combines style and practicality. Find out more at concretebenchtops.com.

Love this clever TANDEMBOX drawer

by Blum. For more innovative storage head to lincolnsentry.com.au.

Dont’ let ugly grout ruin a beautiful room Our Services Tile and grout cleaning - Grout colour sealing - Shower re-grouting and re-sealing Mould treatments - Silicone and expansion joint replacement - Bathroom make overs Non-slip treatments - Natural stone cleaning and sealing Epoxy grouting (commercial kitchens) - Pool coping repairs.

Before After grout colour sealing treatment 15 year written warranty and stain resistant

0411 073 631

BSA licence no – 883367

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ON TAP Like the timber f nishes and understated lines of this Modulnova bathroom? The Italian design company uses cement resin, Kerlite (a ceramic material more durable than stone and lighter than aluminium), natural timbers and veneers and f amed Piasentina stone in its bathrooms. Find out more at thenest45.com.

How cute are these Rice retro pastel storage bowls, $95, from urbancave.com.au!

The Lawson 1720mm red clawfoot bath, $799, combines old-fashioned charm with a striking colour.

From Highgrove Bathrooms, 5444 3215.

Keep your towels neat and warm with the Hetta heated towel rail, $149, from Highgrove Bathrooms, 5444 3215.

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T . 07 5477 1460

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If your newly renovated home needs a splash of colour, how about some affordable art? We like the look of Summer Beach Mirage (left), $700, and Georgia (right), $960, from Go Arty.

Head to goarty.com.au for more.

Add some colour with a cushion. Our pick? This Kas cushion, $34.95, from shrinehome.com.au.

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It’s time to stock up on your throws for the cooler months.

Go for something with a bit of colour, like this beauty, $49.95, from bambury.com.au.

when in doubt... goarty COME AND VISIT OUR GALLERY TODAY

THAT’S NEAT If you like everything in its place, check out Timberart’s range, which includes this Eclipse unit, $5843. Call 5477 1460.

Go Arty may be f lled with beautiful canvases, but Maroochydore’s favourite art gallery offers more than just good looks. Whether it’s our property styling service to get the “Sold” sign up on your existing home sooner, a perfect bridal registry gift for that hard to buy for couple, or the chance to bring out your “inner artist” in our art and life drawing classes, Go Arty offers the perfect answer to every interior style question.

• Retail art and homeware • Affordable workshops and art classes

• Property Styling Service • Professional design

7 Norval Crt, Maroochydore | 5451 1445 | www.goarty.com.au Open Monday-Friday 9-5pm & Saturday 9-2pm facebook.com/goingarty

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MAKE THE CHOICE When choosing the timber f ooring product for your home, f rst check out the grade of the timber – a higher grade will be more uniform in colour and texture, while a lower grade will have more character. The colour of the timber depends on the species, but there will be variations even in the same species – it’s usually only after the f oor has been sanded and coated that the true colour reveals itself. The pattern of how the timber is laid will also impact how it looks in the room – you can choose a herringbone or basketweave design, or have it laid out in straight strips.

Replica David David Trubridge ‘Koura’ pendants, $318 each, from iEnergy, 5477 7788.

Lamp, $164.95, from Rob Larson’s Curtains & Interior Décor, 5444 2412.

Let us open the door to your next renovation...

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We custom make timber doors and windows allowing you to create your own style that suits your home and décor, also offering a wide range of imported doors. There is a full range of timbers with all custom doors made onsite. Beachwood Doors also specialise in commercial work.

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Th Bamboo dip This bowl and board, bo $29.99, is from $2 sh shrinehome.com.au.

Add small timber touches in accessories such as these lovely timber bottles and vases from satara.com.au.

KEEP IT REAL, OR NOT! Don’t forget you can fake it. Faux timber f oor products such as vinyl and tiles can look just as good as the real thing, and are easier to maintain and more affordable than the solid timber.

Outdoor decks made from recycled timber and plastic are tough and will last for years. And don’t forget other products such as bamboo and cork if you like the timber look.

Our talented design team can help you create beautiful interiors. Our showrooms offer an extensive range of fabrics, window treatments and soft furnishings, together with a wide selection of exclusive furniture, one-off design pieces and original works.

Re-upholstery - Curtains & Blinds - Furniture - Shutters - Cushions

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WHEN WHITE WORKS This bedroom is the perfect example of understated effortless style. White on white can look stark, but in this space, which makes use of the natural light, the look is softened by the gauzy curtains and casual bedding.

The storage is simple, and splashes of green add a touch of colour without taking away from the creamy simplicity. Very dreamy.

In the 18th 1 and 19th centuries nothing said centuri status like an elaborate jelly ce centrepiece. In a nod to the past, Angus & Cele Celeste has created these hanging h gardens, $59, in soft pastel colours colours. Check them out at urba urbancave.com.au.

TThis his Marshmallow Marshmal felt ball rug, $399, is made for a little girl’s room, but at My Renovation we think bigger girls will love it too. Gorgeous! From www.happyaslarrydesigns.com.

The Ultimate New Kitchen and Renovation Experts It’s our 1st anniversary and we’ve got some awesome gift bags to giveaway during March Visit our website for full T&C’s

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PHONE 5492 8410 1/13 Industrial Ave, Caloundra E: kitchensbybowen@bigpond.com www.kitchensbybowen.com.au

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LET IT BEE What’s the gardening trend for 2015?

Planting gardens for butterf ies and bees. A dwindling in numbers of nature’s pollinators is inspiring gardeners to make room for pollinator-friendly plants in their backyards. When planning the landscape design for your home, add bee-attracting varieties such as lavender, salvia (sage), sunf owers and hypericum, and avoid using herbicides and pesticides which harm our buzzing little mates.

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SWISH, AND YOU’RE DONE If you’re stuck for inspiration for your interior style, it might be time to turn to technology. Jump on your app store and you’ll f nd all sorts of apps packed with pretty pictures of inspiring interiors. You can search for products and have a look at paint swatches, check out how the sun will shine into your new windows throughout the year and upload your living room to get a 3D view of the new layout. Happy searching.

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