Blinds with Minds

June from Mt. Martha

We have some ferocious winds come off the bay where we live and have lost an outdoor umbrella and a couple of sheets of pergola skylight over the years. I have been told there is a shade system that ... continue reading

Kitchen Face-lift

Gail From Balnarring

We have just moved into a fantastic 6 year old dream home in Balnarring. The kitchen is in good condition but we would like to upgrade it with todays colours and add our personal touch. Is there a ... continue reading

Heating Options

Christina from Tooradin

My partner and I are building a new house in Tooradin and as theres no natural gas connection down that way, we're wondering what the most efficient heating would be? Ducted heating automatically ... continue reading

High Gloss Laminates

Sharon from Rosebud

I want to replace the Laminate Benchtop and cupboards in my kitchen, but i would like to know if i can have a high gloss finish, or is that still not suitable for a ... continue reading

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SureStone’s at the Herald Sun Home & Garden Show

posted 2 weeks, 1 day, 8 hours, 47 minutes ago

Don't miss the Herald Sun Home & Garden Show and see SureStone at stand K19. SureStone is a stone flooring carpet composed of natural stone encased in a high quality resin to create a seamless, ... continue reading

Master Builders Green Living Conference

posted 3 weeks, 4 days, 7 hours, 17 minutes ago

The Master Builders Annual Green Living workshop has been given a boost and has become a two day conference. High profile speakers will inspire and challenge your ... continue reading

Metricon Homes Joins Home Innovations

posted 4 weeks, 2 days, 6 hours, 37 minutes ago

Victoria’s leading home builder is increasing their presence in the Mornington Peninsula with the opening of the ‘Metricon Homes Display’ at the Home Innovations Display Centre on Nepean ... continue reading

You’re Invited to Zesta’s Showroom

posted 2 months, 1 week, 2 days, 10 hours, 1 minute ago

Come and visit Zesta in Cheltenham and see the largest dedicated Kitchen & Appliance Showroom in Melbourne's South ... continue reading

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Introduction to Interior Design | Part 1

Tuesday 10:00 am, 7th September 2010

This is an introduction course to help develop your own personal style so you can move forward with ... continue reading

Window Treatment Options | Workshop

Saturday 10:00 am, 11th September 2010

Be informed on the range of window treatment options available and make informed decisions to get the best possible option for you. ... continue reading

Kitchens & Bathrooms | Workshop

Saturday 10:00 am, 25th September 2010

How to most effectively plan your kitchen or bathroom renovation ... continue reading

Colour Confidence | Workshop

Saturday 10:00 am, 9th October 2010

This workshop will guide you through colour choices and textures and help you compliment exsisting permanent features and ... continue reading

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10 Pre Kitchen Renovation Questions

What’s the recipe for a Successful Kitchen Reno?zesta display

The way you live, the way you cook, the way you entertain all help determine what you want out of your kitchen renovation project. You then need to get an idea of what fits your style, functional needs and budget.

By asking these 10 questions you will have a better understanding of the type of kitchen that you will need for your home -

Q1 - What changes would the rest of the family like? You never know where the best ideas might come from.

Q2 - What major design change or changes could be made to improve your kitchen?

Q3 - How much time do you and your family members spend in the kitchen?

Q4 - How much time do you spend cooking or entertaining and how much space is needed for this?HIDC Kitchen Pic 1

Q5 - Do you have younger children in your home? Consider cabinet locks, rounded corners, and other safety features.

Q6 - What is the single worst thing about your kitchen?

Q7 - What changes you would like to each of the following:floor, benchtops, cabinetry, storage, appliances & lighting?

Q8 - Is there going to be a focus area of your new kitchen (e.g. breakfast counter or island bench)?

Q9 - Which items or appliances would you prefer to not see or showcase (e.g. microwave or coffee machine)?

Q10 - What is your budget for the project?

HIDC Exhibitor(s) who specialise in this area;

Bath Magic

Clever Kitchens

de Wacht Cabinets

Designer Laminates

Excel Taps by Ace Gutters

Frankston Kitchens

Grandview Kitchens

Granite Transformations

Mitre 10 Mega Kitchens

Parbury Laminates

Prestige Appliances

Renovi Appliances

Rick’s Home Improvements

Teeka Kitchens

The Laminex Group

Zesta Kitchens