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Why Home Extensions And Renovations Fail: The Junction Between New And Old

Before starting Strava Group, I spent seven years on the tools as a carpenter and five years running sites across Sydney. In that time I saw inside hundreds of renovated and extended homes, and the failures I kept seeing were never random. They were in the same place every time: the junction, where new work … Continue reading Why Home Extensions And Renovations Fail: The Junction Between New And Old

Types Of Home Additions In Sydney: Extend Out Or Go Up?

Every family that outgrows their home in Sydney ends up at the same fork: extend out into the yard, or go up with a second storey. I build both across 46 Sydney suburbs, which means I have no reason to steer you either way. This is how we actually work through the decision on site, … Continue reading Types Of Home Additions In Sydney: Extend Out Or Go Up?

Why Home Renovations Are The Fastest Way To Boost Your Property Value?

Are you looking for ways to instantly boost your property’s value while creating a stylish and functional home? Strava Group specialises in transforming spaces through expert home renovations Sydney, helping you modernise interiors, optimise layouts, and enhance overall appeal. Thoughtful renovations not only increase market value but also make your home more comfortable and inviting. … Continue reading Why Home Renovations Are The Fastest Way To Boost Your Property Value?

Sustainable Home Renovation In Sydney: Build Once, Build Right

Most of what gets written about sustainable home renovation is a shopping list: solar panels, a green wall, bamboo something. All fine. But from a builder’s side, the most sustainable decision you can make is simpler and less photogenic: build it once, build it right, and never build it again. A renovation that has to … Continue reading Sustainable Home Renovation In Sydney: Build Once, Build Right

How Can Home Renovations Turn An Older Home Into A Dream Home?

Sydney’s best houses are mostly its oldest ones. Federation homes in the inner west, interwar bungalows across St George and the Ryde district, grand old houses in Strathfield and Hunters Hill: they were built with materials and proportions nobody builds with today, and they were also built with kitchens the size of a hallway, one … Continue reading How Can Home Renovations Turn An Older Home Into A Dream Home?

How Can You Plan Successful Home Extensions In Sydney?

When considering expanding your home with a house extension, it can feel like a daunting task. But with the right guidance, you can navigate through the challenges of budgeting, design, and permits to create the space you’ve always dreamed of. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore essential aspects of planning home extensions in Sydney, … Continue reading How Can You Plan Successful Home Extensions In Sydney?