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Practical layouts with cabinetry and finishes you will love
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Choose a space to explore practical planning advice for your renovation
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Bathrooms
Layouts and finishes for a comfortable bathroom
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Laundries
Storage and work space designed for daily use
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Living Spaces
Comfortable rooms that make better use of light and space
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Whole Home and Outdoor
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A kitchen
brought together
Timber cabinetry with integrated lighting and coordinated finishes
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Our Process
A clear plan
from start to finish
Know what happens next and what we need to agree at each stage
01
Share your plans
Tell us which rooms you want to change and what matters most to you
02
Review your home
Assess the space and existing services with your layout and access needs
03
Confirm the scope
Agree the finishes and responsibilities with the required approvals and quotation
04
Manage the renovation
Coordinate the work and keep you informed through to final checks and handover
Planning Hub
Plan your renovation
with clear information
Find practical room guides and prepare the details for your first consultation
Plan a kitchen that works for you
Base your kitchen layout on the way you cook and use the space each day
Before choosing a new layout
- Record the room width, depth and ceiling height
- Mark windows, doors, fixed plumbing and power
- Test access while dishwasher, oven and drawers are open
- Plan preparation space beside the sink and cooktop
- Check island circulation and seating positions
ILLUSTRATIVE NOT TO SCALE
SINK
HOB
ISLAND
WORK GATHER
WORK GATHER
↕ FLOW ↕
Dimensions to discuss
Kitchen benchtops are often planned at around 900 mm in height
Island walkways are commonly planned at around 1000–1200 mm where space allows
These are planning references and not regulatory minimums
Confirm the final dimensions against appliance instructions and the access needs of the people using the room
| Item | Starting reference | Confirm on site |
|---|---|---|
| Benchtop height | Around 900 | User height, finished floor and appliance fit |
| Island circulation | Around 1000–1200 where possible | Open appliances, drawers, seating and access needs |
| Appliance recess | Exact product drawing | Ventilation, connections and door sweep |
Plan a comfortable bathroom
Coordinate the layout and services with the finishes you want to achieve
A practical bathroom planning sequence
- Confirm shower, toilet, vanity and door-swing locations
- Investigate floor substrate, wall framing and existing pipework
- Coordinate niche positions and fixture heights before sheeting
- Plan waterproofing system, screed falls and drainage to applicable standards
- Agree tile set-out, ventilation and sealing details
DOOR
SHOWER
FALLS → DRAIN
FALLS → DRAIN
VANITY
WC
LAYOUT CONCEPT NOT TO SCALEConstruction stages to coordinate
- Strip out and inspect the existing structure
- Complete the plumbing and electrical rough in
- Confirm framing and niche positions
- Install suitable wet area linings
- Coordinate the specified waterproofing system with screed and floor falls
- Set out and install the tiles
- Complete grout and sealants
- Install fittings and check drainage and ventilation
Agree what stays and what is replaced
Confirm who checks waterproofing and floor falls before tiling
The required system and construction sequence depend on the building and the work scope
Make room for everyday tasks
Plan appliance access and storage before choosing your laundry cabinetry
Measure before selecting joinery
- Measure the specific washer and dryer models, hoses, vents and service clearances
- Confirm whether stacking is manufacturer-approved
- Allow for machine doors, laundry baskets and folding space
- Position the tub, tapware and tall broom storage
- Check floor/wet-area details, ventilation and backyard access
OVERHEAD JOINERY
WASHER
○
○
DRYER
○
○
LAUNDRY TUB
▱
▱
FOLDING STORAGE BENCH
Concept only Confirm product dimensionsDesign note
Use the installation drawings for your selected washer and dryer to confirm ventilation and service clearances as well as door openings
Bring the whole home together
Coordinate the rooms and services with your budget before choosing individual finishes
Survey the existing home
Measure the rooms and floor levels and record structural walls and roof conditions Check drainage and access and any signs of damp Arrange specialist assessment for structural concerns and materials that may contain asbestos before demolition
Agree the scope and budget
Separate essential work from optional upgrades Include allowances for approvals and consultants as well as site conditions and temporary accommodation Agree a contingency that suits the project
Plan the work sequence
Coordinate the survey and approvals before site protection and demolition Plan structural work and services before linings and wet area systems Complete the finishes and fittings before final checks and handover
Plan daily life
Agree site access and waste removal with dust control and parking arrangements Discuss temporary cooking and bathroom facilities and whether you can remain in the home Keep neighbours informed
Before changing a wall
Arrange a structural assessment and confirm the approval pathway before changing walls AI images cannot establish whether a wall can be removed or a wet area relocated
Choose finishes with confidence
View samples in the room where they will be used and check them in different light
Warm WhiteWALLS
Natural OakJOINERY
Soft StoneBENCH
Muted OliveACCENT
Deep NavyDETAIL
- Compare samples in morning and evening light
- Check durability, cleaning and suitability for wet areas
- Look at edge profiles and joining details
- Check current manufacturer product data before specifying
Light and the installed materials affect the finished appearance so confirm your selections with physical samples
Check requirements before work starts
The approvals and standards that apply depend on your property and the proposed work
Planning approval
Check the approval pathway with your local council or registered certifier before work begins
Licensed work
Confirm that the contractor and trades hold the required NSW licences for the proposed work
Wet areas
Confirm the wet area design and construction requirements with the responsible qualified trades
Written scope
Agree the included work and exclusions and document how changes will be handled
Materials and worker safety
Check current engineered stone rules and product documents before choosing a benchtop Arrange an assessment before disturbing materials that may contain asbestos Confirm the insurance and contract requirements for your project
Engineered stone guidance NSW renovation approvals NSW home building contracts National Construction Code
Official guidance checked 22 October 2026 Use these links as a starting point and confirm the requirements that apply to your project with the relevant qualified professional
Prepare your renovation brief
Record the details we need to discuss your renovation
Planning Downloads
Get ready for
your renovation
Download our bathroom checklist and renovation process guide in English or Chinese
Fillable PDF
Bathroom Renovation Checklist
Record your room dimensions and renovation priorities before we meet
- English
- 6 pages 1.9 MB
- 中文
- 6 页 2.1 MB
PDF Guide
Bathroom Renovation Process
Understand the work stages and discuss the scope and supply responsibilities
- English
- 2 pages 94 KB
- 中文
- 2 页 165 KB
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your renovation
Tell us what is not working in your home so we can discuss your options and next steps
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