Home Files
Home Files by Carlisle Homes is your ultimate guide to home-building and design. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, planning a knockdown-rebuild, or looking to upgrade, Home Files offers expert insights, practical tips and inspiration to guide you through every step of your journey.
Explore Home Files and discover why Life’s Better when you build with Carlisle Homes.
Dream
What’s Hot Right Now: New Neutrals, Bold Colour, and Statement Stone
Interior design, like fashion, evolves with time. But this year’s standout trends feel less like passing fads and more like enduring style shifts.
Read MoreWhat’s Happening in Werribee: Local Events and a Thriving Lifestyle
As one of Melbourne’s youngest and fastest-growing regions, the western suburbs are alive with possibility.
Read MoreFlood Your Home with Light: Elevate Your Space with a Breathtaking Atrium
More than ever, Australians are embracing the idea of turning their everyday home into their personal sanctuary.
Read MoreLaminex’s Next Generation Woodgrains Arrive at Spectra
When it comes to creating homes that reflect Australian living, it’s all about thoughtful choices—
Read MoreDesign
Meet the Chelsea Grand 37: Luxury living has never been more affordable!
Stunning features, spacious living and ample room to grow – the Chelsea Grand has it all!
Read MoreDesign Your Everyday Escape: Creating a Retreat at Home
True luxury isn’t about excess—it’s about ease. A home that feels like a retreat begins with intentional design, where each room supports the lifestyle you want to lead.
Read MoreWhat’s Hot Underfoot in 2025: The Latest Trends in Carpets & Rugs
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of soft flooring underfoot.
Read moreGranada Homes Just Got Grander: Introducing the Atrium Design
Homebuyers want the best from their new home design, and at the height of that living elegance are light, bright, and airy spaces, giving a subtle nod to the idea that the home is a modern-day castle.
Read MoreHow to get the Luxe Noir Look
Learn from our expert Interior Designer Jess Hodges on how you can implement this scheme into your home.
Build
What's Inside that Counts: Spacious and Affordable Home Designs for Small Blocks
Gone are the days where building on a small block meant compromising on space, functionality and stunning design.
Read moreDream Homes Tailored for 14-Metre Blocks
Finding the right block size is an essential step toward building a home that seamlessly fits your lifestyle with a 14-metre wide block design a popular choice for families seeking spacious,
Read moreHow Much Does a Hebel House Cost?
When planning your dream home, it’s not just what’s inside that counts. You want a street presence that matches the modern living within.
Read moreFinding the Perfect Fit: Ideal Homes for 12.5-Metre Blocks
Selecting the perfect block size is a key step in building a home that meets your lifestyle, and designs tailored to 12.5-metre block widths offer an ideal balance of space, style, and affordability.
Read moreFinance
How Much Deposit Do You Really Need to Buy a Home?
When it comes to buying a new home, the deposit is often seen as the biggest barrier—and the most misunderstood. Many assume a 20% deposit is the golden rule, but the reality is far more flexible.
Read MoreFrom HELP Debt to Home Keys: The Policy Change Opening Doors
There’s good news for young Australians with HELP debt (formerly HECS) hoping to enter the property market.
Read MoreHow a Rate Cut Could Boost Your Borrowing Power in 2025
With potential rate cuts on the horizon and the first home buyer price cap possibly rising to $950,000, 2025 could be the year you finally buy.
Read MoreEverything You Need to Know About Construction Loans
When it comes to building a new home, the excitement often goes hand-in-hand with confusion—especially around financing. Thankfully, there’s now a straightforward way to cut through the complexity.
Read MoreNews
Pull On Your Brightest Socks – It’s Time for Sock Out Sunday!
Looking for something meaningful to do with the whole family this May?
Read MoreStart Your Homeownership Journey at Carlisle’s First Home Buyer Festival!
Thinking about buying your first home?
Read MoreCelebrate Holi at Home: Refreshing Thandai Recipe & Colourful Festivities
Holi, the festival of colours, is one of the most vibrant celebrations in the Hindu calendar.
Read MoreSmall Deposit? No Problem! Getting Your First Home Is Easier Than You Think
Owning your first home might seem like a distant goal, especially with rising house prices and the long-held belief that you need a hefty deposit to secure a mortgage.
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How Much Deposit Do You Really Need to Buy a Home?
Watch Now: Discover how much deposit you need to buy your dream home!
View VideoEverything You Need to Know About Construction Loans
Watch now: Discover the smart way to finance building your dream home!
View VideoWhy Melbourne’s Northern Suburbs Are Booming for Homebuyers
Watch now: Discover Redstone Estate, a community designed for effortless living with everything you need right at your doorstep.
View VideoWhy Melbourne’s Northern Suburbs Are Booming for Homebuyers
Watch now: Explore Aurora Estate, a vibrant community designed for modern family living, with every amenity you need right at your doorstep.
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Season 2 - Episode 2: Affordable Abode: Budgets and Finances
Experts share insights into managing home finances and budgets. Join Janine Armstrong and Mark Polatkesen for practical advice to make homeownership affordable.
Listen NowSeason 2 - Episode 1: First-home buyers: Choosing to build a new home
Hear insights from experts on building your first home with Carlisle and Frasers Property. Gain valuable tips for first-time homebuyers in this podcast.
Listen NowSeason 2 - Episode 3: Dream design, Perfect space: Maximising your block
First-time homebuyers can stretch their budget with these tips to maximize space and create a dream home on a tight budget. Learn from the experts.
Listen NowSeason 2 - Teaser: First Home Building Made Easy
Join host Caitlin Judd for an inside look at each phase of the home building journey, with insights from industry experts on how to achieve homeownership.
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