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If you\u2019ve outgrown your home but don\u2019t want to move, you might be thinking it\u2019s time for a renovation \u2014 but that\u2019s not your only option. <\/strong><\/p>\n If you\u2019re after a bit of extra space, a brand-new kitchen and bathroom, or simply an update on your tired home, then you could be considering a renovation.<\/p>\n However, an extensive remodel may be more trouble than it\u2019s worth. Plus, if there are any nasty surprises, it could end up costing a lot more than you initially planned.<\/p>\n An alternative option is knockdown and rebuild<\/strong> knocking down your house and rebuilding your dream home from scratch \u2014 and it could be much easier than you think.<\/p>\n With Australians spending more time at home, it\u2019s no wonder that upgrading living spaces is high on the agenda.<\/p>\n The pandemic has many of us pondering how to upgrade our homes, according to Anne Flaherty, economist.<\/p>\n \u201cPeople are spending so much time at home with lockdowns, while also working from home, that they\u2019re realising what\u2019s really important to them,\u201d Ms Flaherty says.<\/p>\n \u201cMore space is important, or people might want a home office<\/a>. But, at the moment, there\u2019s a shortage of supply relative to demand. The market is very competitive and upsizing is expensive.\u201d<\/p>\n Typically, in the past families dealing with this problem have looked to new estates in outer suburbs for more space to build their dream home. But with the current rush on land, there are shortages here too that could leave buyers waiting years to get their new home.<\/p><\/div>\n These factors are fuelling people to get creative and look at fixing their current property.<\/p>\n Renovating has always been a popular option. However, it can end up being a lot more costly and stressful than anticipated, according to MOJO Homes\u2019 General Manager of Sales, Paul Hogan.<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s very hard to cost a renovation,\u201d Mr Hogan says.<\/p>\n \u201cFor people looking to do one, there is a lot of uncertainty around what they\u2019re going to discover once they start. You may have to cover off old foundations, old frames and older plumbing.<\/p>\n \u201cFrom a cost proposition, it\u2019s often just as cheap to knockdown and rebuild. It\u2019s faster and it\u2019s pretty much a fixed price. There\u2019s also certainty on the end product, which you don\u2019t have when renovating.\u201d<\/p>\n Mr Hogan says if you\u2019re planning a kitchen overhaul, want to add an ensuite, or change the structure, you\u2019re likely reaching the \u201ctipping point\u201d.<\/p>\n \u201cBathrooms start at $15,000 to $20,000; by the time you look at going through the proposition of trying to add these to an old house, you\u2019re getting into the prospect of whether you would be better off just knocking it down,\u201d he says.<\/p>\n If demolishing your current home and creating something contemporary sounds like an option for you, here are some of the critical advantages to sway your mind.<\/p>\n Loving your home is not just about your house. It\u2019s about your community. Building the home of your dreams where you already live means you can stay right where you are.<\/p>\n You don\u2019t have to meet new neighbours, find a new cafe or enrol the kids into a new school.<\/p>\n According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics, the average Australian house costs about $320,000 to build.<\/p>\n In comparison, a major renovation can easily cost anywhere upwards of $250,000, plus any unexpected costs.<\/p>\n A knock down rebuild may end up being cheaper \u2014 and far less hassle.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n When you start crunching the numbers, it\u2019s easy to see why knockdown rebuilds are surging in popularity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Mr Hogan adds that starting afresh will save you a lot of time and stress that comes with renovating.<\/p>\n From a design point of view, knocking down your home means you can start creating precisely what you want.<\/p>\n \u201cThere\u2019s a lot of compromise when renovating an existing house,\u201d Mr Hogan warns.<\/p>\n \u201cBut when building new you can basically have the house tailored to exactly to the way you live.\u201d<\/p>\n If you want a gourmet kitchen, a design that maximises the house\u2019s orientation, a master bedroom with ensuite, or a multigenerational home with split living areas, you can have it.<\/p>\n Renovating is a huge job. You\u2019ll need to plan the remodel around your existing home, organise and supervise trades and potentially live in your home for months while works are ongoing.<\/p>\n On the other hand, with a new build, you choose your ideal home<\/a> design and all the features you want. Then your team takes over.<\/p>\n All you have to do is move in when it\u2019s ready.<\/p>\n While you may want to stay put, in the future it will come time to sell. Having a home that is future proof is vital.<\/p>\n With a knockdown rebuild, you can make a home that is sustainable and energy<\/a> efficient. Not only will it make your home better for the environment, but it will also cost you less to run while you\u2019re living there.<\/p>\n This will also add to your resale value down the track, guaranteeing you\u2019ve got features like solar power, and that your plumbing and wiring are up-to-date.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Shifting desires<\/h2>\n
\nIf you love your area, but are craving a new home, then a knock down rebuild could be the answer.<\/picture><\/div>\n
Knockdown and rebuild vs renovations<\/h2>\n
The upsides of rebuilding<\/h2>\n
You can stay put<\/h3>\n
More bang for your buck<\/h3>\n
\n\nYou get your dream home<\/h3>\n
It\u2019s easier<\/h3>\n
Future-proofing<\/h3>\n