There are many benefits to buying a residential property off-the-plan but for many, it is a completely new way of purchasing property. We took a look at eight common questions first-time purchasers of off-the-plan property have. 1. Will the display be identical to my apartment layout? The display suite will show a level of finishes but because there are many different configurations and apartment types within the one building, you’ll need to ask the sales consultant how your

The beginning of the new year is still a while away but when it comes to interior design, it doesn’t hurt to stay ahead of the curve. These are the top four home design trends to look out for in 2017 as told by design trend forecaster Victoria Redshaw, founder of UK design blog Scarlet Opus. Redshaw unveiled her trend predictions for interiors at the 2016 Décor + Design fair in Melbourne. 1. Desert Wanderer “This trend has a minimalist ethos, with a meditative slow, calm elem

The warm weather is returning and nature’s pulse is quickening... Celebrate the change of season by embarking on our top five spring gardening pursuits! 1. plant perfumed flowers So many perfumed plants flower in spring that you’re spoilt for choice. For heady flowers, try planting bubblegum-scented port wine magnolia (Michelia figo). It’s a good choice for filling a difficult shady spot, or for a dense hedge. Yesterday, today, and tomorrow (Brunfelsia latifolia) is making a