2024 Residential trends and materials revealed- based on our current projects

Ten design mistakes to avoid when renovating. By avoiding these common design mistakes and approaching your home renovation with careful planning and attention to detail, you can create a space that is not only beautiful but also functional, comfortable, and timeless.

BAASTUDIO Architecture have the expertise to transform your acreage property into luxury living for a lifetime. Our architect custom acreage house designs are positioned to optimise the benefits of your site - working with the contours, aspects and views so your home connects to the landscape rather than against it.

BAASTUDIO are your experts in ensuring the interior spaces in your home are functional, aesthetic and cohesive. We bring your individual style and design outcomes to reality via our detailed interior plans and documentation.

Home renovation now needs to be tackled with a smarter approach and this all comes down to the planning and design, so we have put together some tips on how to implement a focused house renovation strategy that considers your budget but also meets design outcomes. As Brisbane Based Architects, Baastudio have the expertise to help renovators all over Australia.

Good architecture can add as much as 20% value to a home. It is worth investing in good design for the following reasons:

1. A healthy and quality-built home

2. Reduced energy consumption and environmental considerations

3. Capital gains and long-term value

4. Aesthetics

5. Living spaces that work and customised to your lifestyle

6. Architect expertise

With the cost of building skyrocketing in the past year, housing for many families has become increasingly unaffordable. Investing in a property with other family members gives people more options to live close to schools and work. Living with ageing parents can also be a peace of mind - knowing their care and social needs are being met while also contributing to caring for children. Multi-generational living is a viable housing solution whether its for financial, care or social reasons.

Tips for remaining aesthetically sympathetic to the Queenslander style while modernising it for function and comfort.

Integrating landscape design is an important part of the aesthetics of a home, from the streetscape to the connection to the outdoors.

Architecture has styles that come back into the mainstream, mid-century architecture being one that is easily adapted into modern living trends and is one of our favourites.

The return of this style is understandable as trends such as minimalism, Danish inspired interiors, functional living, and a focus on connecting to nature become more important to our ideals and lifestyles

Featuring a range of exterior and interior design products currently being used in our residential designs

As we became more confined to our homes in 2020, our living needs altered causing us to re-evaluate how we use spaces and interact with each other. So, what are the current design trends that clients are now requesting in their new homes and renovations?

To make an informed decision and ensure you choose the best investment for your lifestyle and circumstances, it is important to research and seek professional advice to gain an understanding on construction design and costings. Deciding on whether to renovate or build new will depend on the condition of the existing house, the comparison of costs involved such as whether to demolish or raise an existing house, the design specifications and of course the overall construction costs.

Brick homes of the 70-80’s era, were built to last and are structurally sound. They were designed to accommodate a growing family, constructed on a 600 -700 sqm plot with plenty of space for a pool or a trampoline. Many of these homes also showcase quality hardwood floors that are hard to find in more modern houses. While practical, they were never built for aesthetics, are notoriously boxed shaped, and lack character as well as appeal from the street. These houses are ideal for a makeover – updating the exterior to soften the harsh brick appearance and modernising the frontage. The following are steps you can take to modernise your own tired and ‘aesthetically challenged’ brick home.

When considering the costs between the different services in residential design, if you truly desire a custom-built and cohesive home, carefully consider the benefits of engaging an architect.

Why the Hampton style is so popular. Featuring elements of the Hampton style from roofing, ceilings and windows to cabinetry, interior detailing, lighting and colour. Tips on how to master the Hampton Style and why BAASTUDIO is your trusted Hampton designer.

How Architecture impacts on health and wellbeing - considers light and colour, space, form and function, social connection, connection with mature, environment and technology.

Bathrooms are difficult to plan if you do not have any experience. The efficient layout and planning of a bathroom renovation is crucial. It needs to be functional, serving the needs of all who live in the home and you may want to also consider the resale potential of the home down the track.