Why Granny Flats Aren’t Just for Grannies Anymore
-Despite the name, granny flats have so many more uses and can serve a variety of purposes. Read to learn about the different uses for a granny flat
Top 5 Reasons to Choose a Granny Flat Over a House
-Opting for a granny flat has lifestyle benefits that a house simply can’t provide!
Style Trends We Are Predicting for 2020
-As we head into a whole new decade, check out our design and style predictions for the upcoming year!
How to Give your Granny Flat a Beautiful Outdoor Space
-Read our top tips to create a beautiful outdoor space around your granny flat.
Council regulations and what they mean for your property
-Building a granny flat is no small undertaking. While it might seem like a job which is easy, there is a lot to consider and many hoops to jump through. A granny flat is a self-contained unit which can be built on the same block of land as a single-family dwelling. Learn more about the process with regards to council regulations.
Space and colour – top tips on using colour to define a space
-Learn about the different ways that you can create a colour scheme within your granny flat and how it can help you to define a space.
Top Tips for Energy-Efficient Granny Flats
-Tips to build an energy-efficient granny flat to save you money and reduce your carbon footprint.
Financial Considerations For Building a Granny Flat
-Considering adding a granny flat to your property? Here are the financial implications you need to consider.
How to decorate a small living room
-Size truly does not matter when it comes to your living room.
From choosing the right colour scheme to making sure you have enough storage, we’ve put together a list of small living room decorating ideas.
The best indoor plants for your home
-Lifestyle Granny Flats is in the business of helping people create their dream homes. Indoor plants can dramatically change the space where we spend most of our time, so why not in-tree-duce yourself to some, to add to your dream home!
Tips to make your small bathroom look and feel bigger
-Small bathroom spaces often look miserable. We have 6 tips to make your small bathroom look and feel better.
6 space-saving hacks for your small kitchen
-Struggling with a small kitchen? Here are some space-saving hacks for your small kitchen.
Boost the value of your home with a granny flat!
-What if a granny flat could add financial value to your property? In this article, we discuss how a granny flat could be your next source of income and boost the value of your home.
5 reasons a granny flat could be the solution
-Whether your family is expanding, your aging parents are moving in or you’re just looking for more space in your home, a granny flat could be the perfect solution. In this article, we take a look at five reasons a granny flat could be the solution!
6 ways to declutter your home
-So you’ve made the decision to move house into a smaller space. Here are 6 handy tricks of the trade that you can easily implement to declutter your home before moving.
How to choose the right builder for your granny flat
-At Lifestyle Granny Flats, we specialise in granny flats. They’re our bread and butter. You’re investing a fair chunk of change and yard space into this venture, so we’ve compiled these critical steps to help you choose the right granny flat builder!
Things to consider before choosing a granny flat design
-Have you decided to add a granny flat to your property but have no idea where to start or which granny flat design to choose? Never fear, we’ve collated a list of all the things you should consider before choosing your granny flat design.
Visit Our Granny Flat Display Home
-While there’s a lot to consider when building a granny flat, Lifestyle Granny Flats is here to make the whole process simple. Come into our Chermside granny flat display home for inspiration and free advice.
The best inclusions in our granny flat designs
-Don’t settle for bland granny flat designs. With Lifestyle Granny Flats’ range of modern and durable granny flat inclusions, your granny flat design will be stylish and be unique to your desires. Read on to find out more about our exclusive granny flat design inclusions.
Our Most Popular Granny Flat Designs
-When it comes to Brisbane granny flats, there are a few floor plans in particular that enjoy widespread popularity. Find out why these granny flat designs are in such high demand!
Our granny flat designs
-Looking for unique, customisable and contemporary granny flat designs? These Queensland granny flats will add value to your property and enhance your quality of living.
Introducing the NEW Hampton Granny Flat Design
-Introducing the latest addition to our range of quality secondary cottages, The Hampton. This two-bedroom granny flat with an open plan living and dining area is ideal for guest accommodation, elderly parents or adult children seeking private quarters.
Council Requirements for Granny Flats
-At Lifestyle Granny Flats, we understand council requirements can be frustrating when building a granny flat, which is why we’ve put together a list of things you should consider before building.
Key Learnings From Our First Lifestyle Seminar
-Read our key takeaways from our first Lifestyle Seminar. Topics include General Granny Flat Information, Financial Implications and Considerations of Building a Granny Flat and Legal Implications of Building a Granny Flat.
Why You Will Benefit from our FREE Lifestyle Granny Flat Seminars
-Ready to start your granny flat journey? Here are just a few of the amazing things you can expect from our seminars.
Introducing Our New Lifestyle Seminars
-Are you considering downsizing? Looking to add a granny flat to your property? That’s why Lifestyle Granny Flats has created a series of FREE seminars, to make the process simpler and to ensure our clients have a full suite of knowledge.
Are Granny Flats The Answer For Multi-Generational Families?
-If you’ve ever lived in a multi-generational family home, you’ll understand what we mean when we say it has its fair share of tough times. With differences of opinion and generational traits to deal with, the idea of cooking, cleaning and relaxing together every day can quite quickly become too much.
Logan Investors: The Clock is Ticking!
-If you’re a Logan resident looking to build a rentable granny flat, or you’re a developer wanting to build a dwelling and investment granny flat on one lot, you’ll want to start considering your options and get your building approvals completed ASAP!
Why 2018 is the Best Year to Build a Granny Flat
-Don’t put it off any longer! We’ve put together a list of reasons why 2018 is the ideal year to invest in a granny flat.
Millennials Take Over the Granny Flat
-With nearly two-thirds of millennials still living at home, granny flats are being touted as the best solution for enabling them to become homeowners.
Are Granny Flats the Answer for First Time Home Buyers?
-If you’re despairing about getting on the Brisbane property ladder, then you’re not alone. With house prices soaring in sought after suburbs, and kids in their late 20s still living at home, first home buyers need to think creatively about their options. Granny flats are being touted as a viable option for a first time home buyers, and we’re right on board with that!
Styling Bookshelves: How To Achieve That Perfect Look
-The biggest trick to beautiful bookshelves is to have a minimal amount of books on display and the rest in hiding. Here are some of our favourite tricks and tips for having the perfectly styled bookshelf.
How to Add Value to Your Granny Flat
-Granny flats have many benefits for homeowners and to potential buyers. Find out how to maximise the value of your granny flat with these top tips!
10 Space Saving Solutions for Small Kitchens
-A tiny home almost always means a tiny kitchen, something that can be a bugbear with those who love to cook up a culinary storm. But as you’ll see, if you’re smart with space, you and your tiny kitchen can get along just fine.
7 Key Decor Trends to Keep Your Granny Flat Warm This Winter
-Winter is here! Time to pull out the warm clothes, fuzzy socks and earmuffs! But warming up your granny flat doesn’t just mean adding 30 extra blankets to your bed – there are plenty of other ways to create a warm and fuzzy feeling in your abode.We take a look at seven of the latest decor trends that will keep your granny flat (and you) warm this winter!
Backyard Building Boom: Why Granny Flats are the Future
-Australia has seen a massive surge in granny flat builds over the past few years, and it doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon.
Why Granny Flats are Better for the Environment
-There’s been debate in the past about whether granny flats are actually better for the environment or not – but we think the evidence is pretty clear. The following infographic shows three of the key ways granny flats are helping to lower the impact on our environment, and in turn, create a more sustainable future.
How to Create a Private Guest Retreat for Easter
-Whether you have a pre-existing granny flat or you need one built from scratch, these tips will help you design it to be the perfect private retreat.
We’re going to the Brisbane Home Show!
-Lifestyle Granny Flats has been selected as one of 250 leading suppliers to showcase at this year’s Brisbane Home Show!
Swimming Pool Safety in Summer
-Summer is a bright and cheery season full of sun, sand and lots of swimming! But pool owners need to be particularly careful with their pool safety…
Creating the Perfect Home Studio/Office
-Do you want to build the perfect home studio or office, but don’t quite have the right amount of space in your house to do so?
The Minimalist Movement
-You might have heard the term “less is more” once or twice in your life, but have you ever really thought about what it means?
Benefits of living in a granny flat
-The modern era has transformed granny flats from a simple and convenient backyard solution into a contemporary small home for luxurious living.
Pantone’s Colour of the Year 2017
-The highly influential Pantone Color Institute have recently revealed the 2017 Colour of the Year as ‘greenery’, and we’re going to walk you through exactly what this means for interior design.
Which Lifestyle Choice is Right for You?
-Are you looking at building a granny flat, but unsure of which design would suit you and your lifestyle best?
Creating the Perfect Retirement Retreat
-While a fairytale castle and a private island in the Whitsundays are probably at the top of your list of retirement living dreams, unfortunately, they’re not the most affordable or low-maintenance options.
We take a look at granny flats and share some simple tips for decorating and customising one to suit your retirement needs.
Trending Christmas Decor / Design Ideas in 2016
-The silly season is well and truly upon us, and we’re here to sort out all of your decoration needs! You don’t need to be an interior designer to have a lovely festive home, nor do you need to spend hours upon hours decorating. In fact, we think you’ll like our minimalist ideas for those short on time and space!
Tiny Luxury Ideas for Your Home
-Living small doesn’t necessarily mean you need to abandon all hope of luxury and style. Here are a few simple, yet elegant tiny luxuries you can easily incorporate into your small home.
Laundry Ideas for Small Homes
-While owning a small home has many positives, one of the downsides is the space constraints. In many homes, the laundry is one of those rooms which seems to always be squished to the back of your home, merged with a bathroom, or hidden away in your garage.
Ideas for Building Your Wheelchair Friendly Home
-Building a wheelchair friendly home doesn’t need to limit your options for design or style, nor does it need to be ridiculously expensive.
Of course there are certain aspects that need to be taken into consideration when designing your perfect home, which is why we offer tailored solutions to help you address issues of access and mobility.
Shelterbox Success
-Lifestyle Granny Flats has successfully delivered three boxes of aid to people in need, through our partnership with Shelterbox Australia.
A huge thank you goes out to the following clients who had boxes sponsored on their behalf.
Colour Psychology for a Small Home
-There’s nothing better than transforming a newly purchased small home or granny flat into your own little haven. Decorating or repainting is a fantastic way to personalise your home and create a certain vibe or atmosphere. Different colours can be utilised to evoke different feelings/moods in each room of your home. We look into the colour psychology for a small home and provide tips on how to make yours the best it can possibly be!
Space Saving Solutions for Small Closets
-Granny flats are an awesome way to combat the high price of a new home, but the downside is that some of them may only offer a small closet space. This can be a nightmare especially if you’re a fashion-loving person. Luckily, there are lots of simple storage solutions for turning your tiny closet into a functional and mess-free space.
6 Ways to Use Mirrors to Make Your Room Look Bigger
-More than just a piece of decor to check your appearance, mirrors can really open up a tight space or bring more light into a small room.
Carpet Styles for Small Spaces
-One of the big ticket purchases for a home is new carpet, and it can be tricky getting the right one, especially if you’re working with a small space. If this is the case, then you’ll have to employ some visual tricks so you don’t regret your decision. After all, you have to live with it every day!
Granny Flats as Investments
-They’re sleek, contemporary, well-designed and, best of all, affordable. Granny flats have had a makeover, and we’re here to tell you why we think they’re one of the best investments decisions ever.
Smart Ideas for Small Home Living
-Downsizing your home doesn’t mean you need to downsize your life. Quite the opposite in fact, getting rid of clutter and thinking about storage and space in the right way gives you more time to enjoy life. We’ve gathered some of the best and most innovative solutions for living big in a small home.
10 Simple Decor Ideas to Use in Your Home
-With just a little imagination you can add instant style to your home and you don’t have to break the bank to do it. From upcycling furniture to creating your own art, there are plenty of simple ways you can dress up a room. Check out these 10 ideas for starters.
10 Sewing Room Hacks
-If you enjoy sewing and have dedicated your spare room to it, then count yourself amongst the lucky ones. Many people have to make do with a space the size of a tiny cupboard or a makeshift place that isn’t really practical, i.e. the dining room table. But even if you don’t have a lot of room for your sewing space, there are a few tricks you can pull out of the bag to make it functional and organised.
Furniture Ideas for Small Balconies
-If you have a small balcony that is more of an afterthought than an entertainers dream, don’t despair. There are lots of easy decorating ideas you can apply to enjoy this under utilised space for dining or relaxing. If given a little TLC, i.e. decoration and furnishing, a balcony can really become a statement feature, and one you’ll want to hang out in all the time.
Low Maintenance Houseplants
-Plants have the ability to improve the look of just about any room and instantly give it a homey touch. Not only that, they’re great air purifiers. You don’t even have to have a green thumb when it comes to many houseplants, they get along just fine with a drop of water every now and again. Here are some ones to consider that are particularly low maintenance.
How to Add Big Style to Small Bathrooms
-Snug bathroom spaces don’t have to be a headache. Whether you’re installing a new model or giving your current one a makeover, you can create a bathroom that’s big on style as well as being functional. We take a look at four different aspects to consider when decorating a small bathroom.
Science Says it’s Okay to be Messy
-A recent study has found that messy people are more creative than people in neat and organised environments.
What to Get Rid of When You Downsize
-Downsizing can be stressful, especially if you haven’t had a clean out for a while. Over the years, you’ve no doubt accumulated an exorbitant amount of items without even noticing. Or you’ve put things into storage because you “might need it one day”.
Small Bedroom Design Tips
-Tiny houses and small living spaces are becoming more popular than ever to beat the rising cost of house prices. To maximise living and dining areas, more often than not, it’s the bedrooms that take a hit space-wise. But there are lots of ways you can make a small bedroom feel more generous.
Unique Storage Ideas
-Small spaces can be a nightmare for storage. But if you use a bit of creativity, you can find the ultimate storage solutions for your home.
How to Make a Small Space Look Bigger
-Wondering how to make a small room to make it feel bigger? Don’t despair; there are plenty of clever design tricks and tips to create the illusion of space even if it’s an itty bitty box. We’ve rounded up 18 of the best, so give them a try and see what works for you.
What Prints and Colours Work Best in Small Spaces
-Anyone decorating a small room has only one thing on their mind – how can I make it look bigger? While painting it all white has been the traditional answer, it’s not the only way to make an interior seem more spacious. Here are our top tips for fooling the eye when it comes to using colours and prints in a small space.
Bathroom Trends
-A well-designed bathroom can be as good as a day spa in your own home. A mix of clean lines, functionality and quality can be used to create a bathroom with a soothing and tranquil feeling.
Choosing the Right Curtains
-They are a key part of a room’s decor but choosing the right curtains can be tricky. Firstly it’s important to consider what you need the curtains for. Is it to provide privacy, insulate the room, protect the furniture or all of these? Even though curtains can fulfill a number of functions they should also look good too. Keep reading to find out how to choose the right curtains for your home.
Easter Baking Ideas
-The Easter holiday long weekend is a good excuse to heat up the oven, dust off your baking pans and rustle up a few special treats for friends and family. We’ve gathered together a few traditional and not-so-traditional Easter recipes for you to try your hand at.
Multi-use & Space Saving Appliances
-With tiny houses and granny flats becoming increasingly popular, these small spaces demand clever thinking regarding kitchen appliances. These days we don’t need to own multiple appliances, now an appliance can fulfil more than one function to reduce clutter and maximise the space.
Embrace the Micro Kitchen
-Do you enjoy cooking but have a seriously small kitchen? Upgrade the way you cook in a limited space, check out these ways to make a tiny kitchen work for you.
How to Prepare for Out of Town Guests
-Chances are you’re planning on having some out of town guests this holiday season. Even if you entertain guests for dinner regularly, having them stay for a period of time can take a bit of preparation to ensure a pleasant time is had by all. After all, you do want them to come back! Here are some top tips to make your guests feel right at home.
The perfect multi-function spare room
-Downsizing is all very well but if you’re short on space it can be a challenge for a spare room to meet the needs of both a home office and guest room. But it can be done with a little creativity and with the right kind of furniture. Here are some tips for creating a multi-function room that works as a guest room, storage space, home office…all in one.
How to Freeze Herbs
-We’ve all come across that problem, you’ve bought a bunch of basil and only use half of it. So what happens to the rest of the bunch when you’ve got too much to use? There’s only so long you can keep herbs fresh by leaving them in a cup of water, so next time, why not try freezing your herbs. Freezing herbs is a fast and easy method of retaining fresh herb flavour, if you know the right techniques.
Christmas Gifts in a Jar
-Jars are all the rage at the moment. From salad in a jar, to breakfast in a jar, to gifts in a jar. These days, pretty much anything can be stored or presented in a jar so we thought it was a great idea to make a list of all the Christmas gifts you can create in jars.
Family Activities in Brisbane For The Holidays
-If you’re wondering how to entertain family visiting Brisbane over the holidays, check out this range of free and affordable activities that should keep everyone entertained.
Make Your Bedroom a Sleep Haven
-Finding yourself tossing and turning all night long? Chances are your bedroom isn’t probably the best environment for getting a great night’s shut eye. Here are some ways to create your very own calm, comfortable sleep-friendly space.
Are Late Bedtimes Making You Fat?
-Sleep deprivation not only affects the way we look and feel, but it can also make you put on weight, according to research. Not good news for anyone who has difficulty getting the recommended nightly 7 or 8 hours of quality sleep. But how does staying up later affect your waistline and what can you do about it? We take a look.
Small Space Ideas
-People may steer away from the idea of Granny Flats due to a lack of room and space. However, we have discovered some innovative space saving tips and tricks to get you excited about the idea of the Granny Flat lifestyle!
Creative Decluttering Tips
-Yearning to be one of those organised, clutter-free people but don’t know where to start? We say start small, tackling an overflowing wardrobe or a basement full of stuff is just too overwhelming. Check out these creative decluttering solutions to set you on the path to, not only a tidier home, but a zen state of mind.
Best Pets for Small Homes
-If you’re a small home owner, then you’ll need to downsize your pet accordingly to fit into your tiny space. We take a look at what pets are best for bijou apartments or granny flats, and how much care they will need.
Home storage hacks to reduce home clutter
-Do you like everything to be neat and tidy? Here is a fun list of home storage hacks reduce clutter that you can do at home. Or you could just get rid of some stuff. Up to you.
Donating Shelterboxes
-As part of Lifestyle Granny Flats’ ongoing commitment to helping those most in need, we will be donating a $1000 Shelterbox for every Granny Flat built.
All of our clients will receive their own tracking code for the Shelterbox so you can see exactly where it goes and who it is helping.
Architectural Collection
-There has long been a stigma attached to the beloved granny flat that it is an apartment-sized home designed for seniors only. Lifestyle Granny Flats has the answer that flips this idea on its head.
Architectural Styles in Interior Design: Industrial
-The industrial style is a popular design choice for small spaces because it requires minimal furniture and utilises existing character features, such as steel beams and exposed brickwork.
Choose the Best Rug for Your Home
-If your hardwood floor is crying out for a coziness injection or you have an open plan lounge / dining area that needs definition – then a rug is the obvious choice. But choosing the perfect rug is not as simple as how it feels underfoot. There are certain questions you need to ask yourself before purchasing if you want to get it right.
Architectural Styles: Minimalism
-With the focus on sustainable living becoming more and more popular, why not get with the play and embrace the minimalist look for your home? Minimalism means downsizing your belongings so can maximise your free time – less stuff equals less time to keep it tidy. It’s an ideal design style for small apartments, granny flats, extensions – anywhere you want to create a modern look that’s big on function.
Cleaning Tips From the Pro’s
-Whether you are just moving into a new place that needs some serious TLC…
5 Free Photo Editing Apps to Jazz Up Your Photos
-Have you ever wondered why some people’s Facebook photos look like they’ve just been…
Interior Pallet Decorating Ideas
-Looking to give your home some much needed edge but don’t want to spend a fortune? Want some earth-friendly, sustainable furniture but can’t find any you trust? Or maybe you just want the feeling of accomplishment that comes with building something beautiful with your own two hands? Whatever your motivation, the pallet furniture craze will save your planet, pocket and even make you feel like a bonafide carpenter in no time at all.
How to Style Your Couch With Cushions
-Bringing some style into your home is essential, whether you have a modern or traditional home. The couch is often the tricky part, but the right couch cushions can make a world of difference! Find out how you can make your living room look better by styling your couch with cushions in the following ways.
Christmas Gift Ideas on a Budget
-Christmas is a time for giving, but this does not mean that you need to feel pressured into spending money…
Best Baking Recipes for the Whole Family
-There is nothing more delicious than homemade treats that are baked with love. This festive season, why not add that…
Design Mistakes
-Here are some design tips that can assist you in creating a harmonious style within your home. Contrast Contrast is…
The Benefits of High Ceilings
-Recent studies have concluded that ceiling height has a direct influence on our thoughts, emotions and our perception of the…
Organise Your Pantry
-Pantries come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. From drawers and shelves to walk-in or roll-out compartments. Making the…
Flower Arranging Hacks
-Have you ever walked into a home and caught a whiff of a gorgeous, fresh flower arrangement? Or perhaps gazed…
