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At Bruin Builders, we’ve been building dream homes for clients across South East Queensland for more than 30 years. Our decades of experience and expertise have seen us become a go-to for other industry professionals and clients for everything to do with building, construction, custom builds and the building process in Queensland.
Here on our blog, we cover many of these topics that we often get asked by customers and business partners. You’ll find informational guides, design ideas, and advice from our custom construction experts.
Is it Cheaper to Buy or Build a House in South East Queensland in 2024?
Deciding between building a new home or purchasing an existing one is a significant choice for many families, especially in the highly popular regions of South East Queensland, including Brisbane
How to avoid construction delays
Tips for avoiding delays in construction projects As a well-known family-owned custom building company offering new home builds and renovations, we at Bruin Builders have been part of countless construction
Things home designers consider when designing a house floor plan
Looking to turn your home layout ideas into a reality? With Brisbane’s housing trends leaning more and more towards customised living spaces, custom home designs are a popular and fantastic
What is a hamptons style house?
Embracing Timeless Elegance and Coastal Charm Hamptons-style homes are a blend of distinctive charm and thoughtful design. Their open layouts and clean lines are highlighted by a wash of soft,
Modern home facade design ideas
Are you thinking about building or renovating? If so, what areas are you putting your energy into? Often when designing our new home, we tend to focus on the interior.
Modern open plan living ideas for your home
Designing, creating, and living in a modern open plan space is not just about removing walls and reducing the number of closed-off areas; it’s about using considered design to create
How to choose lighting for your custom home
It can be difficult to avoid using puns when talking about lighting, such as lighting designs to illuminate your life, or where design can light up your life . However,
How to avoid costly construction delays post COVID-19
As the world begins to get moving again after being shut down by the pandemic, the construction industry is booming. More and more people are wanting to start building the
6 unique home building materials to consider for your custom home
Unique building materials make a home stand out from the rest and allow you to bring your modern vision to life. Our experienced team of custom home builders utilise the
The benefits of a custom build
Are you looking to start the next chapter of your life but are still weighing up whether you’d like to go down the path of purchasing an existing home or custom
The importance of a pest and building inspection
Purchasing property and property renovations are some of the biggest financial investments many people will make in their lifetime. Additionally, no matter how well homes are designed and engineered, they are still
Upsizing vs. downsizing your home
Deciding to upsize or downsize your home comes with a range of challenges but also benefits. And with the Federal Government’s $25,000 HomeBuilder grant currently available, you may be contemplating building
What you should consider before buying a narrow or small lot
Given the push for urban infill and escalating property prices, small and narrow blocks are becoming increasingly common in Australian cities. Many current owners also often consider downsizing due to
How to plan your dream hamptons home
Hamptons-style houses on stilts were originally built for the British upper-class in India to deal with the unpredictable tides. However, the style was most famously seen in the summer homes of
How to own and build a Queenslander
The style of homes known as ‘Queenslanders’ are distinct and unique, and flooding, monsoonal rains, and the states’ hot northern summers have all influenced the design of this iconic architecture.
