I’m often asked, “How much does a bathroom renovation cost?” and then, “Why are they so expensive?” The thing about bathrooms, no matter their size, is that they’re always around fifty thousand dollars or more – but why? Let’s break it down ..read more

Looking to save money on your bathroom renovation without sacrificing quality? You’re in the right place. In this blog, we’ll show you 13 smart ways to keep costs down while still getting the bathroom you want ..read more

In this blog, we'll dive into the three biggest factors that affect the cost of your bathroom renovation and share insights on how to navigate them effectively ..read more

Just like a game of rugby, the Development Application (DA) process is an uncertain and messy one, but there are things that lead to success over time. Here are 9 things that can significantly contribute to the success of DAs in the Inner West Council area ..read more

Australia is the first country in the world to enforce a ban on engineered stone. From July 1 2024, the use, supply and manufacture of all engineered stone is prohibited. Here’s everything you need to know ..read more

When Liza and Mark Evans bought their dream home in Balmain there was only one thing missing — a wine cellar. Much to their delight, the Ballast Point team was able to work with the couple to excavate a space behind the kitchen and add the finishing touch ..read more

We’re Changing the way home repairs and maintenance are done This is why we’ve introduced a fixed fee repair and maintenance service to your most important asset. Here’s how it works: You book us we get in and start investigating and fixing what we can. We fix problems before they turn into major issues, saving you money on bigger and potentially more costly repairs down the track.  We inspect your home thoroughly, create a detailed home maintenance manual — kind of like your car’s logbook — and highlight maintenance items critical to safety and the longevity of your home. &nb ..read more

So you’re about to embark on a building or renovation project, and wondering what it involves. We get it — that’s our job. We do this all the time, so we understand your fears and frustrations. Here’s what we’ve discovered works.  1. Focusing on objectivesThe first step is to truly understand the objectives of your project. By making sure we know your purpose and key objectives right from the start we have the clarity to understand what will lead to project success. 2. Comprehensive project managementWe look after the entire project life cycle from the initial design concept right throug ..read more

As someone who appreciates architecture, it’s always disappointing to see a fine period house demolished or gutted and modernised beyond recognition. That’s one of the reasons we enjoyed working with clients Vicki and Michael on a recent project in Pymble. The couple loved their 1960s modernist-style house and wanted to preserve it, but it was impractical. The kitchen was tiny, and they love to cook and entertain family and friends. You couldn’t see or access the pool from the kitchen, and they wanted to create a connection between the living areas and outdoor areas. At the same time, they wa ..read more

Every child loves a secret space they can escape to; an adult-free zone where their spirit and imagination can flourish. When you see your kids engaged in imaginative play it’s truly inspiring and beautiful. I fondly remember some of my childhood secret spaces and I have no doubt it helped make me who I am today. Now that I have (sort of) grown up and have kids of my own, I think that these spaces are not only for kids, but they can also add significant value to a home. Sales agent Matt Hayson from Cobden & Hayson Balmain says when selling a home an interesting play area like a loft helps ..read more