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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

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How to design and build a Japandi home for flexibility and wellbeing

Design & Build Tips

Modern Looks

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How to reduce costs and maintain quality and style in Modern Classical design

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Julian Brenchley on how Barn homes deliver style and function on a budget

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Why is Modern Coastal style perfect for our evolving Australian lifestyles

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Why Modern Farmhouse is the perfect style for flexible living arrangements

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James Hardie Launches NEW Stria™ Cladding Fine Texture: An extension of our popular Stria™ Cladding range

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Meet 2025’s Mid-Century House: perfect for prefab and modular designs

New Builds

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How to avoid the hidden costs of renovating a Modern Heritage home

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What is Modern Classical design?

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