2020 Design Trend in Focus: Biophilia
Back in the 80s, US biologist E. O. Wilson wrote a book hypothesising that humans possess an innate tendency to seek connections with nature and other forms of life. Fast forward to 2020, biophilia is all the rage in interior…
read moreSpotlight: Steve Humski
Our incredible Senior New Homes Consultant, Steve Humski, has been helping our clients express themselves for four years now. In honour of his Express Living Homes anniversary (and him just being an all-round champion), we sat down with Steve to…
read more#GetToKnowYourClientDay – Tanya & Jayson
Our super fab clients totally become part of the Express fambam when they start their journey with us, and family likes to keep in touch! We hit up two of our faves, Tanya & Jayson, to see how they’ve been…
read moreSneak peek: 2020 interior design trends to get you ahead of the curve
Forget new year, new me – it’s all about new year, new home decorating! We’ve looked into all the super gorge trends headed our way in 2020 and picked our five faves to help you get a head start –…
read moreThe Importance of Texture in Home Design
Texture adds something special to a home. It adds liveliness, balance, tactilely, and visual excitement that’s missing in almost any room. Texture changes the feeling of rooms and makes them look and feel “great” instead of simply “just good enough”….
read moreTake Your Home From Bland To Glam
The minimal pairing of black and white is enduring and timeless, bringing with it a sense of sophistication and refined elegance. Paired with stunning marble, metallic highlights, interesting décor pieces, luscious fabrics, and feature colours, your home will easily go…
read more#BringOnSummer – Tips for getting your home summer-ready!
Spring may have only just sprung, but now that the weather has started heating up we’ve got only one thing on our minds: #BRINGONSUMMER. Warm nights, good friends, cold beers… ahhh that’s the stuff. We’ve put together some tips to…
read moreTo build new or buy established, what’s right for you?
Decisions, decisions – The old way or the new way, should you build a new home, or buy an established one? The answer is totally dependent on who you are and what you need. To help guide you in the…
read moreSlim is in: How to make the most of a narrow lot (and why its awesome)
Land in Perth might be getting smaller, but our dreams and our ideas are only getting bigger! Don’t be narrow-minded (sorry), We are narrow lot wizards here at Express Living; pros in getting the most home out of your block…
read moreBuilding homes faster and cheaper than apartments
As featured in The Builders Choice magazine. Responding to Perth’s constant and substantial metropolitan expansion and the problems that accompany it, the Western Australian government has embarked upon the creation of Metronet, which says is Perth’s most ambitious public transport…
read more6 Reasons Why EOFY is the best time to build your first home with Express Living
1. APRA’s Proposed Changes to Interest Rate Serviceability Buffer Wait… what? What does that even mean? Basically, the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) currently requires lenders to measure whether you can afford your loan at a rate that’s higher than…
read moreMid-year Style Check in | 5 Style tips to keep you #ontrend for 2019
Okay we know, sometimes we see style trends at the beginning of the year, and we’re like YEAH-NAH that’s not going to stick. Then again 10 years ago, you probably didn’t expect a random person to be delivering your fave…
read moreExpress yourself with Colorbond®
For over fifty years, COLORBOND® steel has been a popular choice from roofs and walls to fences, sheds and garages. BlueScope has and continues to play a large role in the Australian construction industry, representing a beacon of innovation with…
read moreDe-cluttering 101
A popular new year’s resolution is to declutter and organise the home. We all know what an overwhelming task that can be so to ensure you welcome the year with a calm and welcoming home, make sure you follow your…
read moreMoney Hacks: 6 Smart ways to use your tax refund!
Just in time for Christmas in July – its Tax time! This year before you race off to blow your money on a trip to Bali, we’d like you to consider a few other ways to use your tax refund…
read morePalm Springs is taking off in Perth!
As featured on the front cover of the latest edition of The West’s New Homes lift out, our brand new display ‘The Palm Springs’. Inspired by the 1950s mid-century modernist theme that took off in Palm Springs, California, this home…
read moreMeet our new sweet-as singles!
This is one storey you can’t go past – our fresh single-storey collection of homes bring space, functionality, convenience and style! WHAT TO EXPECT FROM OUR SINGLES COLLECTION: The same level of luxurious specs as our eclectic range of two…
read moreNew Home Alert, The Onyx
Step into your own world of style and comfort. Our newest Display Home the Onyx opens your mind to style, practicality and those who dare to be different! Here’s why we love it: All family members can find their happy…
read moreClient Talk – Welcome Blake!
Blake built his first home with Express and documented his journey through his Instagram page @myfirsthomebuild. Blake found the building process easy, fast and a lot of fun and is loving sharing his beautiful home and positive experience with others…
read moreThe perfect home entry
The home entry offers a first glimpse of what awaits throughout a home, setting the style tone and showcasing personal taste. A well-considered entry can speak volume to your guests therefore make sure you keep reading to learn our top…
read moreHello Hamptons!
Making Waves in Perth Hamptons Style are so perfectly tailored to our laid-back beachy WA lifestyle so it just made sense to bring a little Hamptons style to our Display range! Why so popular? 1. Beautifully proportioned, well detailed, fresh,…
read moreSomething exciting is coming to ‘The Shoreline’
We will be unveiling an exciting new project later this year, an effortlessly stylish new home, ‘The Shoreline’ in Scarborough. The style of this home is new and exciting and we promise the end result will be nothing less than…
read moreDisplay Home of the Week – ‘The Waterside’
The Waterside Two Storey Display Home – Located on Medici Way, Chianti Estate, Woodvale A spacious family home with a striking, functional and eye-catching design. 5 REASONS WHY WE LOVE THE WATERSIDE: 1. A smaller lot with a whole…
read moreClient Talk – At Home with Raine
Imagine if you were a FIFO worker and left your new home site as the slab was poured. Only to return back from your swing and BOOM new home! Well, that’s pretty much exactly what happened to our lovely client,…
read moreBuying your first home – Questions Answered. (It’s easier than you think)
Tired of living with Mum and Dad? Can’t stand living in a shared house with people who don’t clean? Are you sick of paying off someone else’s mortgage? Hate rent inspections? Or just want a place of your own? Whatever…
read moreInterior Design Trends: What’s hot for 2018
If your house is in need of a refresh this year, make sure you keep reading to find out the interior trends to follow in 2018! Colours The obsession with millennial pink continues this year along with the introduction…
read moreHello 2018! New Year, New You (again)
Well, it’s the start of another year, and a perfect time to de-clutter and organise yourself and your home to make it a clean and fresh start to 2018! It’s always good to be accountable for your goals, we recommend…
read moreLast minute Christmas decorating ideas
Christmas is just around the corner! If you’ve had no time for decorating this year, or need some last minute party prep, we’ve got you sorted! We’ve compiled a list of our top 6 favourite ways to deck your home…
read moreNew Home Alert: The Outlook, an escape from the mundane
A space that is welcoming of fun, and a perfect escape from the mundane.
read more3 Reasons to Build a Two Storey Home
With so many house design options for both single and double story homes, here’s 3 reasons to build a two storey home to help make the decision process a little easier.
read more3 Features Making Your Two Storey Home More Functional
A great home should not only look good, but be functional and comfortable. Check out three great features that can help you make your two storey home more functional.
read moreWill increases to the FHOG change the housing market in WA?
We previously spoke about 2017 being an extremely positive year in the WA housing industry. With increased confidence for investors, first and second home buyers, making this year the year to build. A key change in the property market for 2017…
read more10 Reasons why this is a good time to buy
2017 is set to be a positive year for the WA housing industry, with increased confidence for investors, first and second home buyers.
read moreA new season in Perth’s construction industry
We’re seeing a new season in Perth’s construction industry. Express is bringing new products to Perth’s two storey market and the locals are loving it!
read moreExpress Living Homes brings Sto Render to Perth
Express sought to challenge the status quo of Perth’s traditional construction methods and implement more efficient concepts that have been successfully adopted overseas. Find out more about the innovative construction methods utilised by Express Living Homes Living.
read moreHow functionality can increase the value of your home
Customising your structural designs are a fantastic way to personalise your home to suit your lifestyle. A highly individual design can seem like a good idea at the time, however, it can be costly both when building and selling the home. Designing a two storey house that is unique AND functional, will save you time and money in the event of resale.
read moreNarrow lot housing: building for the future
The increasing cost of well positioned land means that narrow lot housing is fast becoming the way of the future. Fortunately, narrow lots provide an excellent option for cost effective land in prime locations.
read moreMaster bedrooms – should they be upstairs or down?
When no one option is better than the other, how do you decide whether to position your master bedroom upstairs or down when building your two storey home?
read morePlan Ahead – Why You Should Consider Building Two Storey
Previously, building two storey has been an unreachable goal for many Perth buyers. Now is the time for buyers looking to enter the market.
read moreHow to Build in an Existing Area on a Budget
Here is a 5 step process that shows you how to understand the costs associated when looking to build in an existing area and allow you to try your hand at infill development on a budget.
read moreLive the Coastal Lifestyle at Eden Beach: House & Land Special
Spectacular houses and solid investments. What’s not to love about Eden Beach house and land packages? Take a look at the benefits of Eden Beach living.
read moreBenefits of the Upper Flooring System used by Express Living Homes Living
With the objective of providing an extremely high quality flooring system, at an affordable price, Express Living Homes upper flooring system is set to revolutionise two storey home building in Perth.
read moreExpress Living Homes Living brings TECBEAM technology to WA homes
The West Australian has recently featured an article about TECBEAM, an innovative technology which is currently utilised by Express Living Homes Living in the construction of new double storey homes in the Perth metro area.
read moreNew Home Alert: The Tranquility
Located at the Catalina Estate in Clarkson, The Tranquility is a functional two storey family home that celebrates modern family living with light and airy rooms complemented by natural elements throughout its décor.
read moreWhat’s new in two storey home design
With lot sizes in Perth’s new developments shrinking, home buyers are embracing the concept of building upwards as the cost-effective solution to maximise the space and make the most of their land.
read moreLiving in Jindalee, Eden Beach Estate
Eden Beach is one of the most popular coastal house and land development areas in Perth right now. Find out why this is such desirable hot spot for new home buyers and investors.
read moreHow to choose the ideal floor plan for your double storey home
From reverse, upper floor living to downstairs living, choosing the right floor plan for you and your block of land ensures you optimise your potential views and living space. See some great options of two storey floorplans here…
read moreWhich two storey home design are you?
When it comes to choosing a two storey home design, one of the most important factors to consider is your lifestlye. And selecting a home that suits yours perfectly is essential to ensure your home feels comfortable and fits your needs.
read more3 Ways To Enhance Your Bathroom Space
3 ways to enhance your bathroom space and transform your bathroom from ordinary to extraordinary.
read moreLiving in Hilbert, The Avenue Estate
If you are looking for a relaxed, peaceful lifestyle with all of the necessities you require, check out what it’s like living in Hilbert – The Avenue Estate.
read more5 Standout Kitchen Breakfast Benches
We have gathered 5 stand out kitchen island designs that makes the kitchen the perfect hub for entertaining.
read more5 Ways To Create A Healthier Bedroom
Experts say we spend a third of our lives in the bedroom, so read about our 5 Ways To Create A Healthier Bedroom to ensure you’re on the right track.
read more4 Tips for Building an Energy-Efficient Two Storey Home
Help the environment and your pocket with our 4 Tips for Building an Energy-Efficient Two Storey Home.
read moreLiving in Clarkson – Catalina Estate
If you’re looking for an integrated, modern lifestyle with all of the necessities you require, look no further than Living in Clarkson – Catalina Estate.
read more3 Ways to Accessorise your Upstairs Retreat
The following 3 Ways to Accessorise your Upstairs Retreat will ensure your space is optimised to the highest potential.
read moreBuilding a Double Storey Home: Top Interior Design Tips
We have gathered our top interior design tips to help you make the most out of your double storey home
read moreHow To Create A Sustainable Garden
See our top tips on how to create a sustainable garden that will save you money on your water and energy bills.
read moreLiving in Karnup, Vista Estate
Karnup is located in Vista Estate, an established area in close proximity to the stunning Singleton Beach. Find out the benefits of living in Karnup.
read more5 High Tech Improvements for your Two Storey Home
Transform your two storey home into a technological hub that improves your day to day life. Here are 5 High Tech Improvements.
read moreTop 10 Herbs For Your Kitchen
Add a burst of fresh flavour to your cooking with some home grown herbs, direct from your very own kitchen. Here are our top 10 herbs to get you started.
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