It’s often important to think about the environment around a property you are looking at acquiring.

Sometimes we see a certain property next to a potential major development site. These major development sites might not be as noticeable as one might suspect.

For instance it could be a collection of brick veneer homes that exist prior to a home we are investigating for a purchase.

These homes located next door could be a prime development target and may vastly effect the living experience of the property we are looking at in the years to come if developed.

For those seeking some reviews, inspiration and connection with different architects, the service provided by Architizer may be of interest to you.

Basically architecture just ‘got social’. This platform allows you to review architects, check on styles in different parts of the world and engage architects online. Just don’t expect anyone local – yet.

We’ve had some really cold days lately. As winter really hits, many prospective property buyers are seeking the natural light factor while many who’ve purchased are wishing this was more of a focus when they bought.

Robert Eckersley from Robert Eckersley Builders talks in more depth about the importance of the winter sun.

Docklands is one of those areas in Melbourne that attracts strong opinions from people.

Admittedly, most seems to be on the negative side. Many talk about the Docklands being a great area in 5 -10 years or so.

From a personal point of view, the whole Docklands area was probably constructed too quickly. Many areas of it, really let it down.

It has definite potential though, I just hope the current mistakes don’t get in the way of what should have been a tremendous place to live.

With increasing pressure on many of Melbourne’s inner suburbs to ‘dense up’, dual occupancy is an option for property buyers looking to make a financial gain.

While controversial in many suburbs, it can be done well. Here we discuss in more detail about dual occupancy prospects.

Rob and Paul talk about building costs, time frames and some useful pointers before buying a property you wish to renovate.

A conversation with Rob the builder about what he sees as important things to consider when buying a property.

Many get focused on small cracks and wobbly boards. Rob suggests what should be priority before going ahead with a purchase.

Rob Eckersley from Robert Eckersley Builders and Paul Osborne discuss the latest Property in Review – rear of 12 Wilson Street Carlton North.

This one is a very special warehouse with a lot of value add. If you want to get a copy of the redesigned layout, just email [email protected]

Paul Osborne and Rob Eckersley chat about 4-6 Canning Street Carlton.

This one has so many possibilities for all different types of use. Here we speak a little about development and potential around it.