When looking for advice on how to add value to your home, the first place to go is right to the top. Sound opinion can be hard to come by, so Daily Mail Australia asked one of the leading experts in the industry for an insight into the often murky waters of property improvement. Kevin McCloud, host of lauded series Grand Designs, has a vast and impressive knowledge base when it comes to exactly what makes a property stand out. Iconic Australian architectural elements include the use of a verandah, whether this is a wraparound or just on one side.
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Verandahs, art deco architecture, shade houses and 'shed' inspired designs are all iconic design elements
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The designer, writer and house developer said that Australia has such a varied landscape and climate that Australian designs are often hard to pin down but often influence overseas architecture
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He predicts that sustainability will be a strong focus for Australian design in the next decade
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His top tips for adding value include asking for recommendation for services and investing in the 'bones' and tactile elements of the property
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