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There’s no doubt that the Aston Homes building experience is a unique one. Not only do we specialise in building quality homes that last,  we prioritise building trusting relationships – making the whole process a more enjoyable experience for everyone involved. To better acquaint you with team Aston Homes, we spoke to one of the company’s Directors […]

When it comes to choosing a builder for your future home, there are ten secrets our team want you to know – and we’re sharing four of them with you today! The other six you will find in our helpful Aston Homes eBook – which you can download for free, right here! By considering each […]

If you’re someone who loves hosting, entertaining and opening your happy home to friends and family – but doesn’t love the leaky taps, rickety floorboards and cracks in the paint that are beginning to show – you may be looking for a lifestyle upgrade, Aston Homes style! In today’s blog, the Aston Homes team highlight […]

We love spacious, contemporary floor plans with bedrooms a-plenty – perfect for growing or established families, those who like to spread out or regular entertainers. However, when it comes time for your not-so-little ones to pack up and leave the nest or your holiday visitors to pile their Christmas prezzies into the car and hit […]

If owning your own home for the first time is on your to-do list for 2019, the time to act is now! Did you know there are perks and programs available that could provide you with a little extra dosh towards the deposit for your first home? So, homeowners-to-be, how can the Victorian government help […]

Though it may sound golden, warm and wonderful – a Sunset Clause is a legal barrier that can cause property buyers a lot of stress when it comes to buying their dream home. Originally implemented as a means of protecting the interests of both buyer and developer, the legislation has more recently been criticised in […]

So, you’ve been saving your dollars like a trooper and a deposit is shaping up nicely – now it’s time to consider purchasing property. While some people favour the convenience of inner-city apartment living, others prefer the space and flexibility of building a house-sized life in the suburbs. So what type of home best suits […]

Concerned about taking the leap to a new community? Don’t be! Aston Homes build homes for clients from all walks of life – who are loving the fantastic lifestyle and opportunities available in Melbourne’s northern and western suburbs. Whether you’re an established family with kids running around, a couple planning to start a family soon, […]

Looking to improve your knowledge of the building process? Great! We at Aston Homes are experts in the field of quality home construction and are wanting to share our knowledge and experience with you – so that as you step through the journey of building, you understand the process and can make decisions based on […]

As you commence your home-building journey, you’re bound to come across the Victoria Building Authority’s 6-Star Energy Standard. It sounds pretty impressive, doesn’t it. But what is the 6-Star Energy Standard and how can you achieve it? Today, we answer these questions and more in the latest Aston Homes blog. What is the 6-Star Energy […]

Reality television shows like ‘The Block’ and ‘House Rules’ have created a misconception that major building work can be completed in just weeks. In reality, the building process tends to take a little longer! To best illustrate the phrase ‘all good things take time’, Steve Lautier construction director at Aston Homes explains the building process […]

Whether you love kicking back at a family BBQ, donning your whites and tearing-up the cricket pitch or sharing sandwiches on a picnic with friends, Lalor’s Huskisson Reserve could soon be the perfect location for gorgeous, sunny days out. Here’s how you can get involved. The City of Whittlesea is currently in the planning stages […]