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| How to forward plan your next reno: expert tips Posted: 01 Nov 2021 05:00 PM PDT By Stuart Tucker It’s never too early to start planning your next reno project and with material shortages as a result of Covid and many trades booked out months in advance due to the boom in home improvements, follow these top tips to give yourself the best chance of getting what you want, when you want it, and on budget.
It's always important to know what your maximum budget is when you're planning and then add 10-to-20% on top of that which can be reserved for any unexpected challenges that you might face during your project. You should then think of the remaining 80-to-90% as your maximum project budget for hiring tradies and organising any materials. 
Next step is to determine a realistic end date of when you want the job completed. From there you can work backwards on a timeline. Remember to always give yourself a buffer for any delays, especially given shortages which have been experienced for certain materials as a result of the pandemic. Always be clear on your timings when speaking with your tradie on the brief and ask for the agreed timeline to be included in the contract.
An estimated quote can't be provided until you have the measurements and specifications of the area or space you want to renovate. It's important to provide the clearest brief possible – a great way to do this is with photos. With tradies currently in high demand, it's important to eliminate back and forth where possible. 
Different renovation categories boom according to season so if your job is included in hipages’ Home Improvement Report's anticipated top five categories, such as a deck installation, you need to brief a tradie as soon as possible. We'd recommend starting conversations with tradies now for any jobs planned for early next year too.
The positive side of COVID-19 is that it has accelerated how tradies are using technology, with 29% of tradies increasing their use of digital platforms in light of the pandemic. This makes it easier for you to communicate with tradies ahead of the job, sharing your budget and timeline. The lockdowns in some states have also inspired tradies to give video call consultations before coming out to your property. Check out the hipages Home Improvement Report to find out which trades and projects are expected to be in highest demand for the next quarter. -Stuart Tucker is chief customer officer for hipages, the online platform that connects Australia with trusted tradies to simplify home improvement, and proud sponsor of The Block Fans v Faves.  The Block 2021 exterior facade and front garden reveals It was an emotional night on The Block as the contestants said goodbye to their trades and it sunk in that they were almost done! The scores were a lot… The post How to forward plan your next reno: expert tips appeared first on The Interiors Addict.   |
| Incense is trending: Introducing stylish Melbourne brand Kin North Posted: 01 Nov 2021 02:50 PM PDT My patchouli burning teenage self can barely believe it but in case you haven't received the memo, incense is back. Undoubtedly another pandemic-led trend, it’s the perfect solution for those looking for extra-sensory excitement and a connection to nature while locked down at home. It's also got an entirely new aesthetic – the hippy feel has been replaced by something far more sophisticated, as evidenced by the Melbourne based incense and accessories brand Kin North.  Eschewing all teenage incense associations, the Melbourne based brand is a purveyor of premium Japanese incense alongside an array of stylish complementary accessories. Founded by Tresna Lee, the brand works closely with artisans across the globe to create gorgeous objects and scents for the home. "Taking time each day to light incense is a powerful reminder that it's okay to rest. In a culture obsessed with hustle, incense allows us to pause and enjoy an evocative scent, not only in the 15 minutes that it burns, but for many hours as it lingers in the home," says Tresna.  The Kin North range focusses on premium ingredients and ethical, small-batch production. It's also the exclusive Australian distributor of Tokyo Koda which is a French perfumery meets traditional incense brand founded in Tokyo. The Tokyo Koda brand came about when third generation Japanese incense maker Chikako Perez travelled to Grasse France to study the art of French perfumery.  Far from new, burning incense is an ancient practice; the use of it dates back thousands of years and is synonymous with ritual and spirituality. The current popularity of incense may also come down to its eco-credentials – packaged in paper and leaving no trace once burnt, it's a wonderful sustainable alternative to candles.   Non toxic candles: our top picks By Kathryn Bamford To me, candles always needed to be two things: beautiful aesthetically and fabulous smelling! I’ve recently added a third requirement: non toxic. I hadn’t ever given much… The post Incense is trending: Introducing stylish Melbourne brand Kin North appeared first on The Interiors Addict.   |
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