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This simply stunning renovation has to be seen

This stunning transformation is a must-see

An integrated kitchen is given a warm makeover

How to work out if you are speaking with the right builder.

Take a tour through the original property prior to demolition.

Two quick and easy projects for a not-so-lazy afternoon

The waterfront property of the celebrated actress is listed for sale at US$11.8-million

Love the laundries featured on House Rules? Here's how to replicate the look

Watch to follow interior stylist Aimee and her builder husband Frank transform their House To Home Beautiful.

Take a look at the twins' new garden

Good planning and great storage allow this busy kitchen, dining and living space to maintain a cool facade

Save on heating and cooling with our tips to make your home more energy efficient

There's more to flooring than just timber or concrete. The latest looks are durable, water-resistant and ever so stylish

Builder Frank Tarulli of House To Home Beautiful delivers advice you need to know before a brick is laid

An interior stylist and a builder create their dream home and share their insights and expertise

Take a peek at her newly renovated kitchen

The remaining House Rules contestants have only 24 hours to right some serious interior design wrongs - what would you choose to fix?

Aaron and Daniella's home is reminiscent of a tropical oasis

Take style cues from these gorgeous zones

Recreate the look for yourself

From glossy patterns, to simple subway tiles, these splashbacks will excite you to try new styles

Personal pieces, traditional bespoke features and an abundance of books have turned this Sydney family home into a relaxing everyday haven

Creating a home imbued with individual touches paved a new path for an industrious Sunshine Coast couple

Homeowners created a truly special home, thanks to careful planning, hard work and a little help from friends and family

It was love at first sight for a Sydney architect who spotted the potential in a tiny terrace to evolve into a comfortable and contemporary home

Inspired by North America's Eastern seaboard, a Melbourne family built their stylish dream home from scratch

Starting from scratch, this home transformation is full of inspiration and style

Tastefully decorated, one family has turned an old Queenslander home into a modern, relaxing space that is respectful of its past

An old sandstone semi was given an inspirational makeover to create a stunning, light-filled home that exudes serenity

Give much-loved glass trinkets a new lease on life

This laidback, character-filled kitchen is the natural hub of the home for a busy Sydney family

Elegant design solutions and quality finishes give this long, narrow bathroom its standout qualities

From a Hamptons-inspired reno to Mornington Peninsula beach chic and bedroom transformations, these five renovations are readers' favourites.

This renovation, full of elegance and polished style, has created an oasis of considered calm for one melbourne family

The 10 things you need to know before picking up a paint brush

Unleash your inner stylist on the oft-forgotten bathroom with scene-setting finishing touches

Keeping the shell of the house intact, this 4-bedroom house was gutted and redesigned to be a beachside oasis.

From uninspiring backyard to functional utopia, this outdoor space was completely transformed

The renovation queen's guide to making makeover dreams come true

This small but perfectly formed space is a well-designed, entertaining dynamo

The compact kitchen diner features styles inspired by the owner's overseas travels

Kamikatz Public House along with its general store and brewery are made entirely from rubbish.

Where the smart renovating dollars are spent

This urban space has become an entertainers' dream that comes alive at night

An eco-friendly, two-storey home that can be packed up and taken with you

Our expert tips for perfect flooring

This playful Melbourne reno by Northbourne Architecture & Design will make you smile

Updating the layout in this two-storey home has delivered a beautiful, nature-filled outlook

A clever renovation combines the new with the old to reinstate the original charm of a classic Queenslander

The savvy makeover of this Gold coast home delivered both a wallet-friendly transformation and first prize in the minor category of HB’s Renovation of the Year competition

Reworked spaces, stand-out surfaces and decorative accents helped a tired Queensland home realise its potential

This kitchen's simple palette, grounded by dark-stained timber floors, is a lesson in timeless design

Enthusiastic weekend renovators turned a rundown Queenslander into a beautiful family home

Art Deco influences and a fearless approach to colour inform this whimsical ensuite

A few simple changes have created a user-friendly living space that sings with heritage style

Proof positive that even functional rooms can be fabulous!

A small Sydney backyard had to deliver a play area, plantings and an entertaining spot – and succeeds on all fronts.

The Queensland twins put imagination and effort into all their work, but these zones in particular stood out...

A striking makeover has turned a once-cluttered storage room into a relaxed reading haven

The challenge of incorporating an ensuite into an open-plan expanse creates a bathroom with a difference

A neutral colour palette, eye-catching fixtures and five-star finishes create true elegance

A tired and dated kitchen gets a light, bright makeover

A Victorian-era cottage is given a wonderfully sympathetic restoration

Streamlined design and a restrained colour palette define this striking space

Architect and House Rules judge Joe Snell shares his expert tips on lighting

This revamped kitchen proves that a whole new look needn’t cost the earth

Full of clever personalised touches, this warehouse-inspired extension has a distinctive charm.

Think you need a tub to make your bathroom luxurious? These gorgeous showers will make you think again!

So you've decided to renovate your home - how exciting! These eight tips take an in-depth look at the bones of your build.

This family home shines with personality

Paint like a pro with these tips on picking the one most suited to your project.