By Peter Maddison RRP: $45.00

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Grand Designs Australia appears to be the must-have book to look at if you are thinking of owning your own home, building or renovating an existing home.

It guides you through areas to think about before you start and what to do once it is built. It is filled with luxurious yet efficient design examples alongside high quality and definitive imagery that will not only inspire you but also drive you to complete them. The balance of content and photography is proportioned so that it is more than just a book to place on your coffee table.