Hear us roar: Meet the women leading the way in building and renovation

For too long, the home building and renovating industry has been dominated by male voices. Not anymore. A new wave of empowered and gender diverse renovators and builders are making their voices heard – and they are inspiring, educating and encouraging each other along the way. Here are five ways they’re getting things done, and sharing the results.

What you can do: Simply sign up for an online course. Check out Three Birds Reno School and BuildHer Collective courses (covering everything from kitchens and bathrooms to full renovations). And be sure to share your progress on your social channels; it’s a great way to connect with other renovators (find helpful tips on sharing your project on social here).

What you can do: Do your research and understand the pros and cons of the products you choose. Don’t be afraid to ask questions and push back on the advice of your tradespeople: the quickest or cheapest way isn’t always the best way.

What you can do: Be confident in your product selections by choosing quality. Find the James Hardie product catalogue here. Try sharing your mood boards and selections with your community via your social channels for instant feedback.

What you can do: Start by staying on top of the latest trends. Check out the James Hardie Pinterest edit for exterior style inspiration.

What you can do: Visit your site with family, share photos on social channels or make your inspiration Pinterest pages public – there are so many ways to connect with other women. Not sure where to start? Check out some other renovators, such as Three Birds Renovations, on Instagram.

For more inspiration, check out James Hardie on Instagram and Pinterest, and look through our product catalogue. Use the #hardiedreamhome hashtag on Instagram to share your project.