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Japandi is an emerging style combining Scandinavian functionality with Japanese rustic minimalism. Discover how this homeowner renovated their California bungalow into a Japandi masterpiece with Hardie™ Fine Texture Cladding and Linea™ Weatherboard.

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Creating a Japandi oasis in the heart of Melbourne

With energy costs increasing, the housing market is demanding more options. Learn how modular home builder, Swanbuild, in Victoria developed a modular, off-grid Barn home achieving 8.1 stars with Hardie™ Oblique™ Cladding.

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Modular Barn home pushes the boundaries of energy efficiency

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Discover ideas to help inspire your<br>renovation or new build

Welcome Home to Inspiration

James Hardie APAC Wins AHRI Award for Best Leadership Development Strategy

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7 of the best Aussie house facades of 2025

Case Studies

Modern Looks

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Jinndii Waijung: Building Dignity and Safety Through Design

New Builds

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The secret to a stress-free renovation? Start with the right products

Design & Build Tips

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From board-and-batten to Box Modern: How The Block mixed and matched Hardie™ cladding products

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Speed meets style: The time-saving power of Hardie™ fibre cement cladding products

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The big difference design makes: A tale of two Melbourne homes

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Transforming a dated brick home: Neil Hipwell on design, materials and vision

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What does a thermally efficient home look like in your city?

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