Out The Back Door

In this episode of 'Out the Back Door' we sit down with Adrian Swain from  'Eco Design' Landscape Designers & Architects.   Adrian is a registered Landscape Architect, AQF Level 5 Arboricultural Consultant, Licenced Structural Landscaper and Pool Builder.

Is this episode we cover alot (even including Star Wars garden theme!) including:

• Where do people get stuck in the Landscape Design process?
• What are the top 3 things people should start to think about/get right when they are starting their landscape design process?
• What's the best way to budget accurately to achieve your dream landscaped backyard?

Having established Ecodesign, in June 2003. ecodesign has since expanded to perform not only Landscape Architecture, Landscape Design but also Arboricultural and Vegetation Management Consultancy.

Ecodesign is a Sydney based, award-winning landscape design and landscape architecture practice. Our work originates primarily from past client referrals which speak volumes for our commitment to our high standard of client service.

He is a busy man, also running an award winning Landscape Construction & garden maintenance which dovetails nicely to the designs that Eco Design create.

"Out The Back Door" Podcast - Designing your dream backyard pool with Emanate & Co/Rob Rooney:

In this episode of 'Out the Back Door' we sit down with Rob Rooney from Equilibrium Pools. 

Get your pens ready as you'll want to take some notes in this great chat with Adrian & Rob where we discuss numerous key aspects to get a pool design that is timeless & will still look great in many years to come.

Some key points that we cover:

• Getting the right information early
• The top 3 things to focus on in your pool design
• Creating a theme to the area

Equilibrium Pools are a superior concrete pool builder and design services are highly sort after by Sydney-siders wanting a unique, customised pool to reflect their lifestyle. By carefully monitoring the number of pools and spas they build each year, Equilibrium Pools ensure every client receives highly personalised service and exceptional craftsmanship. Each pool design considers the style and architecture of your home as well as your lifestyle.

The team at Equilibrium Pools are perfectionists who take pride in their work. As a result, you’ll find your Equilibrium swimming pool is built to last – enhancing the value of your home and creating a balanced lifestyle you’ll adore for years to come. Rob is the founding director of Equilibrium Pools and has over 20 years industry experience.

He is one of Sydney’s leading experts in swimming pool and landscape construction. It’s his meticulous attention to detail as well as his ability to anticipate potential construction obstacles that have made Rob a highly sort after consultant and project supervisor.

As well as being the founding director of Equilibrium Pools, Rob now shares his expertise and knowledge lecturing for TAFE NSW.

He has numerous qualifications from landscaping through to building.

Timestamps:

00:00 "Out The Back Door" Podcast - Designing your dream backyard pool with Emanate & Co/Rob Rooney 

01:06 Rob's experience in backyards 

02:59 Where do people get stuck in their pool building process 

06:58 Knowing critical information early 

08:31 Addressing budget early 

11:17 Dove tailing design & budget to achieve the dream 

12:59 Handling the approval process 

14:29 CDC/Complying Development process 

15:50 Client Wish lists & approval processes 

17:06 Top 3 things to focus on in your pool design 

19:06 A wholistic approach to the building process 

21:00 Design theme to the pool 

22:28 The 2 things you want out of your pool 

23:10 Linking the alfresco space to the pool 

24:22 Constructing a pool that is timeless 

27:13 Wrap up

"Out The Back Door" Podcast - Styling your home & Alfresco Area with Emanate & Co/Natalie Fryer: 

In this episode of 'Out the Back Door' we sit down with Natalie Fryer from m2 Property Presentation. Here we talk all things style from getting 'flow' to your alfresco living area right through to cushion porn! Yes, you read right. 

Natalie is the owner/Managing Director of m2 Property Presentation who does boutique styling for residential properties that will motivate buyers to pay a premium price.   m2 Property Presentation is a successful boutique styling company helping agents and vendors to boost both the appeal and the saleability of their homes. 

m2 (short for meters squared) uses an eclectic mix of quality pieces with layers of colour and texture to bring each room to life.  Natalie is eagerly sought after by real estate agents as often properties with her styling team sees results that exceed vendor expectations. Natalie & m2 is also featured regularly in such publications as ‘Domain’.

--Timestamps-- 

00:00 "Out The Back Door" Podcast - Styling your home & Alfresco Area with Emanate & Co/Natalie Fryer

00:54 Who is M2 Property Presentation?

01:35 What is the most important aspect to consider when styling?

03:36 Restyling to sell your property

05:26 How long does the property styling process take?

06:04 Approaching a new style

07:36 Getting 'flow' into an alfresco transition

09:36 Errors in interior & alfresco desgn

11:52 Family sizes & the right furniture for the space

14:20 The best furniture to use in an alfresco space

15:16 Trends in interior design

16:10 Colour trends

18:18 Editing colour

19:46 Cushion porn

21:57 Wrap up final tips - being authentic

23:18 Get in contact with Natalie 

--Links mentioned-- 

Financing your home renovation with Aaron Christie-David

Are you ready to finally get started on your dream alfresco area or pool, but are thinking that you might need to get your finances sorted?

Or where do you even start in the process with your finance broker & builder? Who goes first - the chicken or the egg??

Today Adrian is talking with a great friend Aaron from Atelier Wealth to talk through what is the best way to start the finance of your home renovation. 

Get your pen ready to take some notes as this will ensure you will have a more enjoyable process for your dream home reno. 

In this episode we'll chat about...

• What is the best first step? Understand your borrowing capacity/How much can you actually borrow?
• Valuation of your property & equity of your home
• Options for the type of loan
• What questions you should start with your broker or bank
• Should you be worried about your credit score?
• How long does the process take?
• What are the 3 critical elements you must consider?

In this episode we talk with Jenny Williams specifically about colour & ensuring you select the perfect colours for your renovations.

Jenny is the owner of 'Creative Style Interior Design' & is one of Sydney’s most experienced and respected interior designers, the author of 3 colour and design iBooks and frequently quoted in the media for her interior design opinions.

Specialising in renovations and new builds, Jenny brings together 25 years’ experience with her extensive knowledge of the latest colour, design and home building trends, to help you create your dream home.

In this episode we'll discuss:

• Colour trends
• Jenny's renovation consultation process to ensure you select the perfect colours
• Getting the proportions right in your colours
• Understanding some common mistakes people make

How to contact Jenny at 'Creative Style Interior Design'

In this episode or "Out The Back Door" we talk with a landscape architect, Angela Maroney from 'Urban & Rural Design Landscape Architects' on the "Costly Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Your Landscape Design".

In this episdoe of 'Out the Back Door' we'll discuss:

• What's the process that Angela takes with her clients; where & how should people start their landscape design?
• What are the most common mistakes people make
• Discussing the importance of creating a 'master plan' for your backyard
• Why understanding & sharing your budget is important

To speak to Angela at 'Urban & Rural Design Landscape Architects' reach out to her via the links &/or numbers below

In this episode we  talk with a bushfire consultant, Stuart McMonnies on the in's & out's on construction within a bushfire zone. 

Here we'll discuss:

• What is a BAL Zone?
• What are the limitations people need to consider?
• Can you still use timber within a BAL Zone?
• What is the process involved in finding out your BAL?

How to contact Stuart & the team at 'Building Code & Bushfire Hazard Solutions'

So what is a Principal Certifying Authority? What do they do? And how do they fit into your home renovation?

In this episode of 'Out The Back Door' Adrian talks to Curtis Prior from MB Certifications

• What exactly is a Principal Certifier? What is their role in your renovation?
• What does a PC do & what don't they do?
• What about inspections for your renovation?
• Where do you see people fail in their backyard renovations.
• We talk about a CDC/Complying Development Certificate in a little bit more detail

How to get in contact with MB Certifications:

Do you need council approval?

Whether you are considering building the additional rumpus room onto the rear of your home, finally starting the pool for the kids or building your dream outdoor living area; you will need to consider an approval in some format. 

If you think you can just 'whack up the patio cover' under Exempt Development, it might be worth listening just to double check. 

Here in this episode, Adrian talks you through:

• What types of approvals there are;
• His experience with approvals;
• Top 3 take aways

Would you like to get the Exempt Development checklist for balconies, decks, patios, pergolas, terraces & verandahs?

In this episode of ‘Out The Back Door’ your host Adrian Apostolatos discusses how to create the perfect Outdoor Room for your home.

You might have a blank space, a spot out the back which is sitting there doing nothing at all - when it rains you won't go out & then in Summer its just too hot to step out the back door. 

What what do you do, how can you create something?

Here we'll talk through some key points to consider when designing your Outdoor Room.

• Approval processes
• How to create the perfect size
• Choosing the right materials

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