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Woy Woy Granny Flat
We recently demolished a garage and built a new Garage and Granny Flat for some homeowners in Woy Woy on The Central Coast. The purpose of this build was to provide the owner with a new garage and granny flat at the rear for family, friends or Airbnb. View the project details here.
Wardrobe Design Tips & Advice
Advice & Tips For Designing The Perfect Wardrobe. This article will delve into wardrobe design best practices, storage ideas and Dos and Don'ts of Wardrobe design. We thought there was no better person to speak to than Rhys Armstrong from Envision Kitchens in Berkeley Vale when it comes to talking about wardrobes. Rhys and the Envision Kitchens team offer a full suite of joinery services, including; new [...]
Building a Granny Flat In Unsewered Areas, What Are The Options?
What are your options if you live or have bought a property in an un-sewered area and plan on building on your site? So you've just purchased or own a property in an unsewered area and want to build a Granny Flat. In that case, you're likely thinking about what water treatment system will work best for you. The options range from; installing a new wastewater system [...]
Tile Trends For Australia In 2022
Tile Warehouse's 8 Tile Trends For 2022 In Australia. Knowing what tiles are on-trend will help you smash your next tiling project in 2022! For this blog, we caught up with Leigh Nihill from Tile Warehouse, a Newcastle-based Tile retailer, to get his opinion on all the hot tile trends to watch in 2022. Tile Warehouse is Newcastle's leading stockist of specialty tiles and has the most [...]
Project: Investment Granny Flat Umina Beach
Built in Umina Beach for Sydney investors, this two bedroom granny flat uses flood compliant bearers and joists with a uni pier system and underfloor insulation. Major cost drivers included the split skillion gable roofline with raked and square set ceilings, a stone top kitchen with breakfast bar and tiled splashback, vinyl plank flooring, separate toilet and split system air conditioning, crisp exterior cladding with square architraves, plus rear lane works with an automatic sliding gate, an extended driveway to a covered carport and alfresco, a front patio and low maintenance landscaping.
How Much Does A Granny Flat Cost To Build?
Wondering how much does a granny flat cost to build? On the Central Coast and in Newcastle, most granny flats range from $190,000 to $450,000+, depending on size, design, and site conditions. This guide explores pricing factors, budgeting tips, finance options, and why choosing a trusted builder like P J Cook ensures quality, value, and peace of mind.
