Coastal Beach House Style: How to Get the Havana Look in Your Home

Create a calming, clutter-free space that celebrates nature. With the Japandi style concept on the rise in homes across NSW and ACT, now’s the time to embrace Japanese minimalism and Scandinavian style functionality. As a beautiful blend of both cultural designs, Japandi is a fun, light-filled option for decorating your home and making your living spaces feel more Zen. Check out our step-by-step guide to incorporating key Japandi elements like natural materials, clean lines and muted tones.

At McDonald Jones Homes, our NSW and ACT home builders proudly bring you the latest updates in house design trends. Today we will dive into the concept of Japandi style, which is making waves across Australia thanks to its clean lines and cool comfort. This design trend takes the minimalism of Japanese style and the simplicity of Scandinavian interiors to create elegant living areas rich in natural warmth. Dive into our full guide with top tips on incorporating Japandi style into home décor.

Dreaming of recreating the stunning designs seen on The Block? Look no further as we dive into the key trends and styles showcased throughout the first five weeks of Season 20.

Customers Emma and Brendan invite you into their retro-modern inspired home, featured in Swell Mag's Issue No. 21. Their home is a perfect blend of tranquility and style, mirroring their laid-back lifestyle and deep love for nature. Ready to be inspired? Discover their stunning home now at the link below.

Everyone has varying needs and preferences when building a new home. While some people feel their build budget is limited after the block they buy, others feel confined by the shape, terrain, or size of their block. But this doesn’t mean you can’t build a home that ticks all of your design boxes.

Deciding when to downsize your home is a significant decision, particularly as retirement approaches. At McDonald Jones Homes, located in NSW and ACT, we help retirees transition into smaller, more manageable homes that suit their changing needs. If your current home feels too large, costly to maintain or challenging to navigate, it may be time to consider downsizing.

Buying a home is a major financial decision. To ensure great resale value amid career moves, schooling, retirement, and affordability, it's crucial to get the details right from the start.

The modern farmhouse aesthetic has taken the interior design world by storm, blending rustic charm and contemporary elegance. This style offers the perfect balance between old-world comfort and modern sophistication, an ideal choice for those who desire a warm, inviting home.

Your master bedroom is more than just a place to sleep; it's a space for you to unwind, relax and recharge. Styling this intimate space is important and involves more than choosing a comfortable bed or the right colour scheme. To help you create a master bedroom that balances comfort, functionality, and style, we've compiled a list of essential dos and don'ts.