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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.

House-hunting is fun, but it’s even better when you’re strolling through some of the finest display homes Clarendon has to offer. From double-storey stunners to single-level wonders, here’s a roundup of five display homes that’ll have you planning your housewarming party before the paint dries.

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.

As 2024 winds down, let’s take a look at the top design trends that really moved the needle—and the furniture. From smarter layouts to cosy upgrades, our homes have a style that’s hard to ignore. If you’ve already jumped on these trends, congrats, you’re ahead of the game. 

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.

Stepping into a new home build can feel a bit like stepping into the unknown—exciting, but also a little daunting. But what if you could get a sneak peek at your future? That’s exactly what visiting a Clarendon display home offers—a first-hand experience of the home you’re about to build, right down to the flooring and kitchen bench.

As spring breathes new life into our gardens, it also invites us to rethink our kitchens. With the season of outdoor gatherings and brunches on the horizon, your kitchen can easily become the centrepiece of social events. Whether you're hosting a chic garden party or an impromptu Sunday BBQ, a well-designed kitchen sets the stage for seamless spring entertaining.

At Clarendon Homes, we believe that designing the perfect modern Australian home starts with the floor plan—a place where dreams, practicality, and style come together. With Australia’s unique lifestyle in mind, we aim to create homes that embrace open spaces, natural light, and that essential indoor-outdoor connection.

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.