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Maximise Coastal Views & Light: Home Design Tips for Wollongong

Whether your beach house is used as a holiday home, investment, rental property or family relocation, thoughtful design choices can enhance natural light features and coastal surroundings to improve overall home value and...

Inspiration for your Ground Floor Extension

A ground-floor extension offers the perfect solution for homeowners needing more space without the disruption of moving. Let's examine the benefits of adding to your current home, popular uses of the new space, and the cost factors of this type of renovation so that you can plan a home extension...

What to Look for in a Custom Home Builder

If you are ready to build your dream home, you've probably already started thinking about who you will get to build it. But before you sign a contract with the first building company you find on Google, you should know more about what to look for in a custom home builder to give your project...

What Experience Should You Look for in a Builder?

If you're embarking on the exciting journey of a new build or home renovation, choosing the right builder for your project will be one of the most important decisions you make. A successful builder doesn't just have the technical skills and craftsmanship needed to construct the perfect home but...

Building a Home and an Income with Dual Occupancy Homes

Dual-occupancy homes have surged in popularity in recent years as Australian homeowners seek to maximise their investments. Whether you're looking for a house to accommodate a multigenerational living situation, seeking an investment property, or simply want to get the most from your block of...

Building a Luxury Home with Builders in Wollongong

What does luxury mean to you? Is it elegance? Comfort? An emotional connection? Quality materials? When it comes to building a dream home, luxury means different things to different people, depending on preferences, expectations and lifestyle. More and more people are choosing to build their...

Downsizing For Retirement? Consider A Knock Down Rebuild in Wollongong

How will you spend your time once life has slowed down? An early morning ocean swim or a dip in one of Wollongong's rock pools? A spot of fishing on Lake Illawarra at dusk? A stroll through the street markets or a trip to the art gallery? There is so much to love about our...

How Much Does a Bathroom Renovation Cost?

Next to the kitchen, bathrooms are one of the most expensive renovation projects homeowners can undertake. While they might be much smaller than a kitchen, specialist tradespeople for waterproofing, tiling, and plumbing mean they can be as expensive to renovate. However, bathroom renovations can...

Harnessing the Sun: Passive Solar Design in Illawarra's Climate

Wouldn't it be great to have a home that's comfortable all year round without depending on heating or cooling systems? One that can cope with the scorching heat of an Australian summer just as well as freezing winter nights? That's exactly what you get with a passive house. Having a passive house...

Why You Should Consider a Local Builder for Your New Home Build

You've found your patch of paradise on the South Coast, and now you need someone to bring your dream home vision to life. Should you choose a project home builder, a kit home, or a boutique building firm? Will a big national building company deliver you your dream home, or is it better to use...

Knock Down Rebuild Strategies for Homeowners with Existing Mortgages

If your current home doesn't suit your needs, you might consider selling or renovating, but what about a knockdown rebuild? Like most people, you might still be paying back the bank after borrowing to buy your home, but it is still possible to knock down and rebuild your dream home, even if you...

Labour Trends and The Importance of Skilled Builders

It doesn't matter whether you live in Sydney or the Wollongong or Illawarra region, it can be hard to find tradespeople these days. But it's not just NSW or Australia where it's difficult to find builders and other construction professionals. A global shortage of skilled construction workers is...

A Class Building & Construction's Commitment to Sustainability

At A Class Building & Construction, we are masters of sustainable construction. Perhaps you want to knock down and rebuild your current home to transform it into an energy-efficient haven. Maybe you're looking for a team to help you create an eco-friendly custom new home on the block of land...

How to Build a Sustainable, Multi-Generational Home in the Illawarra Region

The beautiful Illawarra region is an ideal place to build a sustainable home that blends with nature. Not only will an eco-friendly home minimise your environmental impact, but it can dramatically cut down the cost of running a property, too. In this article, we'll look at the steps you...

Discover the Benefits of a Knock Down Rebuild in the Illawarra Region

If you've been dreaming of a home that doesn't cost the earth to run, that accommodates everyone in your family or a home that will appeal to buyers, a knock down rebuild might be the way to go. If you've got yourself a fixer-upper in the Illawarra region, read on to find out why more...

Cost-effective home renovations and rebuilds in Wollongong

Whether your home is too old, rundown, or just not big enough for your family, every homeowner wants to find the most economical solution to change their home into one that meets their requirements. There are two main options when it comes to overhauling your house to create a dream home...

Thinking of Building a New Home in the Wollongong & Illawarra Region?

You know that thrill when you stumble upon a secret spot only the locals know about? That's how it feels when you discover a builder who brings over 45 years of combined experience to your home-building project. Meet Scott and Rob from A Class Building — local lads who have been...

The True Cost of Building a House in Wollongong

You've got the floorplan all worked out in your head, you've found the perfect location and you're finally ready to build a house. But before you approach your bank or lender, you'll need to know how much it all costs. From buying land and the construction process, down to the finishing touches,...

How Much Does a Granny Flat Cost to Build in Wollongong?

Ever dreamed of turning your Wollongong property's backyard space into a cosy guest house or a snug haven for relatives? Perhaps you've considered a custom-built Granny Flat to house older children or generate extra income? If so, you're probably asking one of the most important questions...

Moving from Sydney City to Wollongong? 10 Things You Need to Know

If you're thinking of moving from the city to Wollongong, you've come to the right place! Anytime you move home, it's a big moment, especially when you're moving a long distance or to a whole new area. Preparation and research are some of the best tools to relieve those moving day jitters, so...

Coastal Living at its Finest: The Best Suburbs in Wollongong Revealed

Jump to the best Wollongong suburbs for: Imagine living in a vibrant coastal town where pristine beaches and a laid-back lifestyle blend seamlessly. If this sounds like a dream come true, then Wollongong, nestled in the stunning Illawarra region of New South Wales, Australia, is the place for...

6 Tips for a Successful Knock Down Rebuild in Wollongong

Are you an investor seeking to seize the rising popularity of Wollongong? Perhaps you're looking to enhance the value of your existing home or struggling to find your ideal vacation property on the South Coast? Consider a knock down rebuild in Wollongong as a potential solution to your investment...

Why 2024 is a Good Time to Build Your Dream House

Supply chain issues, skyrocketing prices for materials, and rising interest rates have plagued the construction industry this year. So, if you've been planning to build your dream home, you might wonder, is it a good time to build a house right now? As the saying goes, the best time to start...

6 Factors Affecting the Average Time to Build a House in Australia

Building a home can be a long process. The design and construction stages are full of variables that can disrupt your timeline and have flow-on effects throughout the rest of your build. While a project home can usually be completed a little quicker, an average-sized custom-built...

How to Choose a Builder For Your New Illawarra Home

Whether you are new to the region, escaping Sydney, or are a local like us, nothing compares to the beauty of the Illawarra region. When it comes to settling down permanently and building your dream home in Illawarra, you might be wondering if you need a builder who can help you...

Searching for your dream home? Knock down & rebuild instead!

Knock down & rebuild is the new catch phrase in the building industry. More and more people are building their dream homes without leaving their current neighbourhood. In fact, while some industries struggled through the pandemic, the building industry had a record-breaking year in 2021...

What's The Difference Between a Custom and a Project Builder?

Choosing the type of builder is one of the first and most important decisions you'll make on your home-building journey. If you've started researching new home builders, you probably already know there's a long list of property builders to choose from. So, how do you choose which one is right for...

Getting started with Bathroom Renovations: 10 Tips for a Successful Remodel

Renovating a bathroom is an exciting and challenging experience. It has the power to bring instant value to your home, shooting it into the 21st century and bringing style to otherwise drab spaces. Whether you live in Wollongong or the heart of Sydney, updating an outdated bathroom...

Pros & Cons of Moving to Wollongong

Wollongong is a popular destination for those wanting a sea change. Professionals, families, university students, and property investors all choose Wollongong for very good reasons. You might be one of the clever people seeking a sea change to Wollongong. Today, we'll look at what makes...

4 Tips for a budget-friendly home knock down and rebuild

Knocking down and rebuilding your home is a no small financial investment. Expect to deal with banks, funding, home loans, interest, equity, credit, insurance, tax, market value, property value and settlement contracts. However, before you dive in head first, the first item of business is to plan...

7 Reasons why smart investors are building in Wollongong

Wollongong continues to grow in its appeal to property investors and home buyers alike. Located in the stunning Illawarra region south of Sydney, Wollongong's population shows no sign of slowing down. But it's not too late to hire Wollongong home builders to design your next investment property...

Top 7 Most Requested Modern Kitchen Designs

As more people spend more time at home, the kitchen becomes the focus of renovations, improvements, and overhauls. At the heart of your home, a kitchen's functionality, style, comfort, and layout are some of the essential things that make a house a home. Every inch of a contemporary kitchen needs...

Top 5 Things to Consider Before Your Home Extension

Adding an extension to your house is an exciting prospect for any homeowner! If you're itching to get started, well, we don't blame you. Home extensions contribute much-needed space, improve storage options, and add comfort for your growing family and value to your property. However, they can be...

To Knock Down Rebuild or Renovate? That is the question!

Loving your neighbourhood and not your home is a common issue that plagues many homeowners across the country. The concept of location, location, location is not new – but the shortage of available housing within those locations is becoming much more common. If you’re in this situation, there...

5 Signs You Should Demolish Instead of Renovate

Knock down rebuilds are quickly becoming a popular choice for homeowners who love their location but not so much their home. If you own a small, outdated or rundown property, you may be tempted to renovate your home. However, it isn’t always the most budget or time friendly option. A knock down...

7 Time-Saving Tips for Renovating Your Home

Home renovation projects can be an excellent way to get more use out of your living quarters, add rooms for your family, or embrace the latest and best home design trends. Ranging from low cost to almost the cost of a new home – renovations come in all shapes and sizes. Our experts in home...

Everything You Need to Know About a Knockdown Rebuild

If you’re wondering whether you should knock down and rebuild or renovate your current home, chances are you’ve heard of the term ‘knockdown rebuild’. A knockdown rebuild (KDR) simply refers to the demolition of an existing home or building for a new one to be rebuilt in its place....

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