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Every year, home design evolves, weaving comfort, style, and a dash of personality into the spaces we call our own. In 2025, the spotlight is on trends that don’t just look good but feel good too. From curved edges to sensory delights, these are the must-have elements that will make your home the star of the year.

Building a home is one of life’s grand adventures, and if you're in Queensland, you’ve likely dreamt of a design that’s as iconic as a mango tree on a summer’s day - the Queenslander. These homes are the epitome of elegance, blending classic charm with modern functionality. The real question is: how can you bring this timeless style into the 21st century? That’s where Clarendon Homes comes in.

When it comes to making a house your dream home, the debate often comes down to two options: renovation or starting fresh with a knockdown rebuild. Renovating might seem like the easier choice at first glance—after all, you already have the house, right? But let’s dig a little deeper into why knocking down and rebuilding with Clarendon Homes is the smart, savvy choice for creating a space you truly love.

Australia isn’t just about beautiful beaches and backyard barbies - it’s a way of life that embraces the great outdoors as much as a cozy indoor retreat. Designing a home that flows effortlessly between inside and out is the key to making the most of our enviable climate and jaw-dropping landscapes. 

Ah, summer in Australia—when the heat settles in, and so does the sudden urge to spruce things up around the house! Prepping your home to withstand those sun-soaked days, balmy evenings and sudden summer storms doesn’t have to feel like a chore. Follow this ultimate guide to keep your space cool, fresh, safe, and ready to impress, all season long.

Ready to turn your home into a spacious, light-filled wonderland? Open-plan living has become the design darling of the modern era, making rooms feel larger, airier, and full of life. Here’s why ditching the walls is the smartest move you can make.

So, you’re ready to take the plunge and find that perfect patch of land in sunny South East Queensland. But picking the right block isn’t as simple as just pointing to a spot on the map. For first-home buyers, first-home builders, and savvy investors, it’s about finding land that doesn’t just look good but works well with your home goals.

When it comes to holiday hosting, your floor plan can be the unsung hero or hidden hurdle. Clarendon Homes understands the art of creating spaces where holiday magic (and maybe a little chaos) can unfold beautifully. Whether you're the laid-back type or the detail-oriented planner, Clarendon floor plans are designed to make your hosting dreams come true, one gathering at a time.

So, you’re building a home - congratulations! Now comes the fun part: deciding whether to spread out across one level or stack it up with two. It’s the age-old dilemma of single storey vs double storey, and it’s a choice that can shape how you live, entertain, and even how many steps you’ll get in each day.

Building a forever home is a lot like crafting your perfect coffee order – you want just the right balance of everything, from floor plans to finishes. And much like a well-brewed latte, the key to satisfaction lies in the details.

Building a home is an exciting journey, and the Lifestyle Studio at Clarendon Homes is where the vision for your new home starts to take shape. Whether this is your first time building or you’re simply new to the process, the Lifestyle Studio experience is designed to make the decisions feel manageable and enjoyable.

Building your first home is like embarking on your first major DIY project—exciting, a bit challenging, but incredibly fulfilling. Clarendon Homes is here to make sure your homebuilding experience is packed with “wow” and free from any “oops” moments.

So, you’ve landed the perfect location, but the house? That's another story. Enter the knockdown rebuild (KDR) process—a game-changing solution that lets you stay in the area you love while upgrading your home to match your lifestyle (and perhaps your Pinterest board). Whether you’ve outgrown your current home or snagged a “fixer-upper” that’s more fixer than upper, a knockdown rebuild with Clarendon Homes could be the perfect way to hit refresh. 

In Queensland, a 7-Star Energy efficiency rating isn’t just a nice-to-have anymore—it’s the new standard for all new home builds. These homes aren’t just about looking great—they set the benchmark in energy performance. Let’s explore what makes them stand out and why this requirement is now the cornerstone of modern home design.