Passive House design is a key feature of sustainable residential construction, offering an innovative design solution for those looking to embrace a greener future. At its core, a Passive House is a construction standard informed by five design principles and adheres...
Going ‘green’ doesn’t have to mean sacrificing on style or living in an off-grid hut – although we do love off-grid living at Cobalt Constructions! Each year we’re seeing great innovations within the building industry, which make achieving a modern, sustainable and...
As the Yarra Valley’s bespoke home building specialists, we’ve been keeping a close eye on the sustainable design trends that have started to appear in homes throughout our region, the wider state and across Australia. Here are five of our favourites to look out for:...
In your search for a new home, there are several routes available in the quest for the perfect property: buy an existing house, renovate the one you have, knockdown-rebuild, buy off the plan or build a custom home from scratch. For those in search of their forever...
Many people are hesitant when they discover that the land they have purchased or want to purchase is BAL-rated. While years ago, this may have limited your home design and material selections significantly, innovations in the building industry have led to a range of...
The secrets to seamless indoor-outdoor living
