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Builder Quotations Demystified: Turnkey vs. Base Price Plus

What is really included in a builder quotation? When embarking on the journey of building your dream home, deciphering builder quotations becomes paramount to ensure a smooth and transparent process....

Unlocking Your Dream Home: Queensland Government Doubles First Homeowner Grant to $30,000 for New Builds

In a festive announcement just before the holiday season, the Queensland government has unwrapped an early Christmas gift for first homebuyers, doubling the first homeowner grant to an impressive $30,000...

House Design Trends in 2024

Home is our sanctuary, a place where we can relax, unwind, and be ourselves. That is why it is important to create a space that reflects our personal style and...

Clearing the Path to Your Dream Home: How to Remove Common Roadblocks to Homeownership with GW Homes

At GW Homes, we understand that owning a home is a cherished dream for many. However, we also recognize that common roadblocks can sometimes stand in your way. In this...

Construction Update: Bellbird Park Churchill Street

At GW Homes, we take great pride in our ability to create exceptional custom residences that are tailor-made to suit your specific lifestyle and preferences.We understand that your home is...

How to Build Your Dream Home: A Guide for First-Time Buyers

Building a custom home is a big decision, but it can be a great way to get exactly what you want in your first home. Here are some things to...

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Select one of our designs, or build your home your way – it’s up to you. Our expert team adapt or create designs to suit your needs and land space.

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Sustainable Features in Custom Home Building in Australia

Australians are increasingly concerned about the environment, and custom home builders are responding by incorporating sustainable features into their designs. These features can include solar panels, rainwater harvesting systems, and...

Home Automation Systems When Building a Custom Home in Australia

Home automation systems are becoming increasingly popular in Australia. These systems allow homeowners to control various aspects of their home from a central location, such as the lights, thermostat, and...

GW Homes Design Studio

When it comes to building a new home, the design process can be overwhelming. With so many decisions to make and options to choose from, it can be difficult to...

What to do when your builder goes bankrupt in Queensland

When you're in the process of building or renovating a home, the last thing you want to hear is that your builder has gone bankrupt. Unfortunately, this can happen, leaving...

Protecting Your Investment: What to Do If Your Builder Goes Bankrupt

We understand that experiencing a builder's bankruptcy can be a challenging and stressful situation. If you find yourself in this situation, it's essential to understand your options and take the...

Characteristics of the Hamptons-Style Architecture

Hamptons-style architecture has become increasingly popular in recent years, and it's easy to see why. This style of home is characterized by its classic elegance, timeless design, and coastal-inspired features....

How Much Does It Cost To Build A House in Brisbane

The cost of building a new home is one of the first things that you need to consider when deciding whether to build or buy. There are many factors that...

Find Out Why GW Homes is The Best Builder For You

GW Homes is a custom builder based out of Brisbane, Queensland. We've been building luxury homes since 1966, which means that we have the experience and knowledge to turn your...

Rebuild or Renovate? We Know Which Is Better?

When it comes to building a home, there are two options: you can either rebuild or renovate. But which is better? That's the question we're going to tackle today. Both...

Why Is It Important to Get a Fixed Price building Contract?

When it comes to building a new house, there are plenty of things to consider. You have to choose the right location, assess your budget and find a builder who...

Designing Your Dream Kitchen: Tips from Home Builders

The kitchen is the heart of the home and designing it can be a fun and exciting experience. However, it can also be overwhelming with all the choices available. In...

Top Ten Tips When Building Your First Home

If you’re a first-time home builder, you’re likely feeling overwhelmed by the entire process. Building a home from the ground up is a huge undertaking, and it can be hard...

Why Open Plan Living is a Must For Every Lifestyle

Open plan living is a must for every lifestyle as it can provide a range of benefits. Open plan living gives people the freedom to move around, create flexible spaces...

5 Reasons to Build an Acreage Home

If you’re looking to move away from the hustle and bustle of city living, an acreage home could be the perfect solution for you. Building an acreage home offers a...

5 Reasons to Downsize to a New Home

Are you thinking about downsizing? Here are five advantages of building a new home rather than buying and existing one. 1. Downsize and save! Bigger homes naturally come with higher...

Tips for Building a New Home

Are you considering building a new home? Building a new home can be a daunting task, but when you have the right plan and the right people in place, it...

Why You Should Consider Building a Custom Home

Building a custom home is a great way to get exactly what you want in your dream home. With a custom home, you get to choose the floor plan, the...

Maximise Energy Savings in Your Home: 6 Simple Strategies

Saving energy at home is a win-win for both the environment and your wallet. There are many ways to achieve this, from simple tweaks to designing an energy-efficient home. Here...

Building Your Dream Home in Brisbane: A Guide to the Cost

Building a new home is an exciting and fulfilling experience, but it can also be a significant financial investment. If you are planning to build a home in Brisbane, it's...

Tips for First-Time Home Builders Working with a Builder

Building a home is an exciting adventure, but it can also be a challenging process, especially for first-time home builders. Working with a builder can help make the process smoother,...

How To Find The Right Builder For Your Knockdown Rebuild

Finding the right builder for your knockdown rebuild is a big decision, and one that you shouldn't take lightly. It can be tempting to just go with the cheapest quote,...

GW Homes Online Client Portal – Putting your project at your fingertips

When building a home, communication with your builder is the key to success. At GW Homes we have provided an online platform allowing you to check the status of your...

Dual Living – Is it right for your family?

At GW Homes we have developed a range of affordable dual living homes to suit your style and budget, but what is a dual living home and is it right...

Tips For Buying Land

Buying land for your dream home can be tricky. There are some things you should know before purchasing the perfect block. Below is a shortlist of the main areas to...

Knockdown Rebuild Q & A

A knockdown rebuild can be a viable alternative to buying a home or doing a major renovation, however, it’s important to go into the project with eyes wide open when...

New Acreage Home Designs from GW Homes

Many people dream about owning an acreage property at some point in their lives, for some people the dream becomes a reality. GW Homes have been helping families realise their...

Buying VS. Building: Which House Suits You?

Are you looking to buy a home? If yes, you may be wondering whether to build a new home or buy a used house. Based on the fact that the...

Custom Classic in Carindale

We have recently finished a large 466m2 classically style 3 story house in Carindale. With sweeping stone front steps, guests can enter this grand family home that boasts 4 oversized...

Custom Home Building – It’s a process!

As a potential homebuyer, you’ve likely viewed many homes already on the market. In the process, you discover they don’t quite fit your needs in terms of features, layout and...

Sloping Block Bridges The Gap

Building on sloping blocks is no easy task, but as experts in difficult building sites GW Homes has built a stylist 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom double story house on a...

Finding and choosing the right block of land.

One major benefit of building a new home, is that you have the flexibility to choose your location. There are a number of considerations to think about when choosing the...

HomeBuilder Grant Three Month Extension

HomeBuilder Grant Extended Good news for new home builders in Queensland with the federal government announcing an extension to the HomeBuilder Grant for an additional three months. Initially, the HomeBuilder...

10 Questions To Ask Your Builder.

When planning a new home, people often are wrapped up in the exciting decisions, such as which floorplan suits their needs or what cabinet finishes they prefer. However, there’s one...

How much does it cost to build a house in 2020?

Shelter remains one of the three basic amenities every human needs for comfortable living. However, it has become increasingly expensive to construct proper housing due to the rising cost of...

First Home Loan Deposit Scheme

First Home Loan Deposit Scheme extended for new builds, price caps increased. The building industry has welcomed the extension of the federal government’s First Home Loan Deposit Scheme, but experts have warned...

Quarantine

'Home Is Where The Heart Is' In these unprecedented times of self-quarantining, the idea of ‘home is where the heart is’ has taken on a whole new dimension. With most...

HomeBuilder Grant

HomeBuilder Grant HomeBuilder provides eligible owner-occupiers (including first home buyers) with a grant of $25,000 to build a new home or substantially renovate an existing home. HomeBuilder will assist the...

Tips for investing in property

Investing in property requires a deliberate and calculated approach together with a clear strategy. Although there are no hard and fast rules to property investment there are some actions you...

7 things to consider when buying a block of land in South East Queensland

How to choose the right block of land for your home Choosing the ideal block of land for the type of home you want to build is so important. While the...

5 ways to get the most out of building on a sloping block

As vacant land in South East Queensland becomes more scarce, more and more people are choosing to build on steep or sloping blocks. And while building a home on a...

The 3 ways to build a home in Brisbane

If you’ve taken the decision to build a home in Brisbane instead of buying, the GW Homes team says, “Congratulations!”. We believe building your own home is one of the most exciting,...

Beautiful homes, built to your budget

At GW Homes, we always remember that every client has their own individual financial situation to consider when building a home, with a personal budget and specific goals. So when...

Navigating the home building quotation maze

When you set out to build the custom home you’ve always dreamed of, it’s only natural to want to start with a good idea of how much it will cost...

The 5 things you need to know about building on a small lot

With subdivisions becoming more popular, and land in the inner city at a premium, many home builders in Brisbane are exploring their options for building on small lots. But building...

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