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Origin Maximising Your Home Renovation

Maximising Your Home Renovation: Avoiding Common Mistakes and Making Informed Choices

Did you ever stop to consider why a staggering 61% of middle-income people prefer to renovate their homes rather than relocate? This figure isn't just about numbers; it echoes the profound emotional connection people have with their homes. Each wall, corner, and floorboard holds memories, stories, and milestones. As we evolve, so do our spaces. Crafting a home that mirrors our growth and aspirations is a dream many of us harbour. Yet, the path to turning this dream into reality is...
Origin - Planning Your Dream Home - What you need to know

Planning Your Dream Home – What you need to know!

Planning your dream home is an exciting but challenging process. Most people spend countless hours thinking about their new home's design, flow and functionality. They consider colours, styles and the vast array of kitchen and bathroom options available, and which will serve their family best. Indeed, building a new house is no small feat. We’re taking a closer look at some of the factors that come into play when you’re planning your dream home. Location, location, location You cannot overstate the importance of choosing...
Origin - When Can You Build Without Plans in South Africa

When Can You Build Without Plans in South Africa?

The time and effort needed to build a new home or commercial space or to make changes to an existing one can be significant. And it can be a little hard to accept the costs and red tape required to “do it right” here in South Africa, especially when you know for a fact that half the country’s dwellings are illegal in some way or another. That said, those of us who are determined to stay on the right side of...
Origin - 3 Trends in Commercial Property Developments

3 Trends in Commercial Property Developments

‘Outshine, outlast and outperform’ are undisputed buzzwords for today’s trends in commercial property developments and residential estates. For developments to survive the scrutiny of sustainable construction, architectural aluminium in commercial buildings has become a game-changer. There are three exciting trends you should be aware of to appreciate today’s building priorities. We are sure you will be duly fascinated. A Creative Approach to Office Space Creative Office Space Courtesy: K2space   To combat the shift to online operations, landlords struggling with vacancies have had to get creative....
How to Choose the Perfect Windows and Doors When Building Your Own Home

How to Choose the Perfect Windows and Doors When Building Your Own Home

When you’re building your own home, you really want to make sure that you get it right the first time. Mistakes cost time and money. One key area to carefully consider is your choice of doors and windows. The shape, size, colour, material, and practicality of these needs to be spot on to avoid expensive replacements down the line. How do you choose the best doors and windows with so many options available? We have a short checklist that you can run...
Boost foot traffic Give your shop front a makeover

Boost foot traffic: Give your shop front a makeover

People make an impression within the first seven seconds. As the owner of a brick-and-mortar store, you have to keep this in mind if you want to increase foot traffic. If your store's design is not giving the right impression, you may never see the movement you want to see into your store. While chain stores have the luxury of using the same design at all their stores, independent store owners need to step up their game to attract customers....

Building Your Perfect Home – 5 Ways To Add Value From The Ground Up

Building your own home is really the only way you’re guaranteed to get exactly what you want. You can make sure everything is done to suit your lifestyle, instead of living with someone else’s idea of what a dream home should look like. It’s true that building a house may be more expensive than buying one – in the short term at least – but you do have the blissful peace of mind of knowing you’re getting exactly what you’ve always...