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Knock Down Rebuild Checklist

There are many advantages to knocking down and rebuilding a new home on your existing block of land. One of the main ones that Kurmond Homes’ customers mention is the chance to stay in the same neighbourhood that their family knows and loves while living in a brand new home. We’ve put together a knockdown […]

What Are the New Duplex Laws NSW

As part of the NSW Government’s planning reforms, duplexes and semi-detached homes are now allowed in 124 council areas across the state. These government reforms are part of several changes to planning laws to utilise low to mid-rise development in existing suburbs to boost the housing supply.

Acreage Home Design Trends 2024

Building a home on acreage is very different from building on a suburban block, and while some general design trends apply, some particular 2024 home design aspects relate just to homes and acreage.

Kitchen design trends 2024 for Australian homes

In 2024, Australian kitchen design continues to evolve, shaped by shifting lifestyles, advancing technology, and a growing emphasis on sustainability. As homeowners increasingly view the kitchen as the heart of the home—a space for cooking, dining, entertaining, and even working—design trends have adapted to meet these multifaceted needs.

Tips for Choosing the Best Duplex

Every potential home owner has different requirements to consider when building a new house, whether a single-dwelling or duplex home. Building a duplex has an extra layer of complexity because two homes are being constructed on one block of land, so there are several important things to consider.

4 Positive Ways A Custom Home Will Change Your Life

A custom build is the concept of designing your home to mirror your lifestyle and personal taste, and it’s a speciality here at Kurmond Homes. This could involve modifications to an existing Kurmond floor plan or starting entirely afresh.

Is it better to knockdown and rebuild or renovate?

As new home builders in Sydney, we focus on building only new homes, so our preference is to demolish and rebuild, but we also know that sometimes a renovation is a better option for some homeowners. Here are a few reasons you might choose to remodel or rebuild.

The pros and cons of building a duplex

Building a duplex can be an excellent investment or a great multi-generation home, but you need to weigh up the pros and cons before deciding whether it’s the right option for you and your family.

Why Choose an Acreage Home Design

Do you dream of a tree change to a rural setting or the outskirts of the city? You’re not alone. Acreage living grew in popularity during the COVID pandemic and continues to appeal to people escaping city life.

How to Choose a Home Builder in Sydney

Building a new home is a huge undertaking and for many people, it’s the biggest investment you’ll ever make, so you need to find the right builder to build your dream home.

Ways Your Home Can Achieve New BASIX Requirements

Increased energy efficiency targets apply to all new homes in NSW from 1 October 2023. The revised BASIX requirements for new homes include stricter requirements for insulation, glazing, and ventilation, as well as the installation of energy-efficient appliances and lighting.

Should I build a house now or wait?

This is a question our customers often ask, and there isn’t one quick easy answer. Our customers also ask us ‘How much does it cost to build a house?’ and that’s also a tricky question.

4 Crucial Stages of a Knock Down Rebuild project

Why should you consider knocking down and rebuilding your home? There are plenty of reasons why you’d choose this option. In many situations, it is better to knockdown and rebuild, rather than renovate because it is cheaper, and you get exactly the finished house that you want. The knockdown rebuild cost is often less because, […]

Can I build a duplex on my block?

Before you rush off to the display village and start picking out your ideal duplex design, you need to do your homework. This involves research to fully understand whether you can build on your existing block or one you’re planning to purchase because not every block of land is suitable. By doing your homework you’ll […]

Kurmond Homes building dual living home

Dual living home in Blacktown; the journey so far Jeannette Caceres and her husband Ray started planning their knockdown rebuild project in early 2021 when the Western Suburbs of Sydney was in the grip of COVID pandemic lockdowns. Both continued to work, Jeannette as an Account Manager for a beverage transport & logistics company, and […]

Smooth and efficient building experience in Leppington

It was the build quality of the Kurmond display homes that stood out to Jonathan and Jillian Wilde when they started to plan the build of their new home in Leppington. And the couple says that quality was backed up by great service from start to finish from the Kurmond team. As the first home […]

Multi-generation living – tips and tricks

Multi-generation family households are relatively uncommon in Australia but they are gradually increasing in popularity, as reported by the Australian Institute of Family Studies in a recent report.This increase in popularity is partly a result of immigration, as some cultural groups are more likely to live in multi-generation households. But it is also likely to […]

What you need to know about site costs

You’ve got a block of land and you’re ready to build your new home, but there are several things you need to consider and costs that will need to be outlaid to build your dream home. There are many resources available like the Federal Government’s Your Home website where you’ll find helpful advice. The likely […]

Tips for your knockdown rebuild project

Do you love your neighbourhood and local community, but don’t love your house? If you answered ‘Yes’, then a knockdown rebuild project could be ideal for you and your family. If you demolish your current home, and a build a new one, you get to stay living in your community, and you also get a […]

Energy saving considerations when building your new home

When you’re building a new home it’s the best time to incorporate energy efficient features that will make your home more comfortable, save you money, and create a sustainable home that is environmentally-friendly. You can make changes retrospectively, but it is much easier and more cost effective to do when you’re designing and building a […]

Changes to NSW BASIX scheme coming in October 2023

The NSW Government has committed to achieve net zero emissions by 2050, and this has led to an increase in the BASIX standards for energy use and thermal performance for all new home builds in NSW. The new standards will come into effect on 1 October 2023, and if you’re planning to build a new […]

New home for extended family in Thirlmere

When Oscar and Charmaine Rebolledo’s new home was finished they were so keen to move in they slept on the floor without furniture for the first night. The couple called on Kurmond Homes to help create their six bedroom dream home to accommodate their extended family including foster children, and entertain family and friends. The […]

What are the top home design trends for 2023?

It’s time to look ahead and see what home design trends to watch out for in 2023. The Kurmond Homes Design Team and Colour Studio have identified the emerging trends in houses based on the features their customers have been requesting and the influences coming from overseas. Here we discuss some of the top trends, […]

What to consider when building an acreage home

Many Australians dream of escaping the city and building a home in the country – a nice big house on a nice big block, i.e. an acreage home. According to statistics, many Australians are fulfilling that dream of living on a lifestyle property. But how do you go about building your dream acreage home? What […]

What are the latest duplex design trends?

Duplex homes are being built more than ever, and it’s no wonder. Building a duplex is a great way to maximise space on a suburban lot while also building wealth by creating two dwellings from one. If you are considering building a duplex, make sure you speak to a reputable home builder who has extensive […]

What is the process of building a new home?

The decision to build a new home is the first step on an exciting journey. It’s the start of something new and significant in your life, where your dream of the home you always wanted becomes a reality. To make that journey as smooth as possible, it’s important to be familiar with the steps that […]

How Kurmond Homes is addressing rising industry prices

Explore Kurmond’s Single Storey Display Homes in Sydney

Are you looking for a single-storey home, Sydney? Home sweet home! A place to call your own, more than just bricks and stone? Okay, enough with the rhyming, but we have got something for house hunters. Kurmond has quite a collection of exciting single-storey home designs for you to pick from. These houses are not […]

What is the Modern Duplex House Design in Sydney?

The family’s getting bigger? Congrats! Looking for a more spacious home? Explore the new and modern living style of a duplex house design that offers two living units attached to each other. Extremely suitable for new families or large families, it offers a sense of high living with more amenities and a lot of space. […]

What architectural style is a split-level home?

From the colonial era of the early 1800s to the art deco look of the 1930s, a house’s architectural style is often representative of a period in history. The modern era of the 1950s introduced different types of home layouts. Among these was the split-level home. Associated with mid-century modern design, split-level homes are buildings […]

Is Investing in a Duplex in Sydney a Good Idea?

If you have a piece of property and are looking to build a home, you should consider investing in a duplex home instead of a single-family. A duplex will maximise the potential of your land. Since it does not require subdivision, as two separate homes would, the biggest advantage of building a duplex is the […]

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House Inclusions – What are good features of an ideal house?

If you are in the market for buying a new home in Australia, congratulations. This is an exciting time, and the more information you can gather, the better-informed your decision making will be. When it comes to home buying, it is smart to do as much research as possible. A house is a major investment, […]

3 Questions You May Have About Duplex Homes

When you are searching for a house to buy, there are many different styles and types to choose from. There are houses that come with a lot of surrounding land, homes that are positioned closer in suburban neighborhoods, and apartment homes that will put you right in the middle of the CBD. Duplex homes are […]

3 Reasons Why More and More People are Interested in Acreage Homes

While living in the midst of a bustling city has its perks, more and more people are leaving the asphalt and footpaths behind for a more rural life. Acreage homes are becoming quite popular. These are homes that are built specifically to suit wide-open blocks- they are spacious homes with plenty of room to grow. […]

3 New Features in Acreage Home Designs

It’s finally time. You’ve been saving aggressively for years and now you’re ready to build your forever home. On your list of must-haves is yard space, two bathrooms (though an extra half bath would be nice), and space for visitors. You might have to wait months for something to come along in the housing market […]

Building Your Dream Acreage Home in Sydney

When you are planning your dream home, there are a number of variables that you need to think carefully about. Whether you already own acreage or you are considering a purchase, the investment in your family’s future home requires some important decisions. Be sure to consider the following when choosing between the available acreage home […]

5 Areas To Check When Searching for Credible and Reliable New Home Builders

Building a new house is likely one of the more stressful, yet passionate projects you will complete in your lifetime. You might have envisioned the home of your dreams and are hoping someone can turn your ideas into reality. But, you also want to feel secure in your choice of a new home builder. What […]

Finding the Right Partner for Your New Home Building Project in Sydney

Once you have made the decision to plan and build a new home, you have so many exciting decisions to make. Which window designs will fill your new home with light? Which trims and finishes capture your aesthetics for the kitchen or the bedrooms? You probably have plenty of ideas for your new home, and […]

What You Should Expect From Sydney Home Builders

If you have ever considered building your own home, you have probably collected photos or searched online for the perfect bathroom, the best kitchen and amazing landscaping. Whether you have compiled your ideas or not, you may feel unprepared for the building process. These are a few things you should expect from a great builder. […]

8 Duplex Designs That Are Ideal for Your Family

Duplexes are gaining popularity with homeowners and investors looking for premium homes suitable for families. Buyers can purchase a duplex, move into one side and make money by renting the other side. Unlike off-site landlords, a duplex owner can make repairs and maintain the property without excessive delays or travel time. Duplex builders have designed […]

Buying Display Homes In Sydney – The Smartest Choice You Could Make

After the resurgence of the housing market post-pandemic, we find ourselves in a seller’s market. Purchasing a home during a seller’s market is not necessarily a poor choice but there are certain provisos you will need to contend with, such as the market price being driven up considerably by demand. Considering the current market climate, […]

How Talking To Your Builders In Sydney Can Make The Process Easier

It seems like an obvious piece of advice but there are so many things that will come up during the process of your build that may make you concerned or worried about the end product that could be avoided simply by talking to your building team. At Kurmond Homes we work extremely closely with all […]

Building Your First Home In Sydney

Building a new home is one of the most exciting times in your life, especially if this is your first. By now you probably have a few Pinterest boards (or you’ve been following ours) and a vision of the finishes, fixtures and features that will make up your new home. But let’s take a few steps […]

Building A Home In 2020: Why Now Is A Great Time To Build In Sydney

Why it might be a builder’s market in Sydney It has been a challenging year for all of us and it may seem like everything has slowed to a snail’s pace, but one group that hasn’t slowed down is the Sydney home builders working to meet client commitments. The property market is still open for […]