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Costs, Kitchens & Mine Subsidence Explained: Home Design Q&A

In this audience-powered episode of The MTDC Lounge, Matt & Mitch dive into your most-asked questions, from how much planning actually costs to why mine subsidence zones matter more than you think. If you’re planning a new home, an extension, or you’re knee-deep in research, this episode will save you stress, confusion, and probably a few thousand dollars. They unpack: Why most homeowners underestimate the pre-construction phase — and why $20–25k is the realistic ballpark for surveys, engineering, DA/CDC approvals, certifiers, and reports. (Yes, before you even lift a shovel.) Matt & Mitch explain guideline categories, why guideline-1 prohibits slabs-on-ground, how sinkhole-resistant design works, and why hiring local engineers matters. Useful links: Mine Subsidence Advisory NSW – Guidelines & Maps https://www.resourcesregulator.nsw.go... (https://www.resourcesregulator.nsw.go...) Mitch gives a shout-out to his design inspo Tom Kundig and talks about industrial aesthetic, mechanical elements, and hidden doors. Tom Kundig Portfolio: https://olsonkundig.com/people/tom-ku... (https://olsonkundig.com/people/tom-ku...) They also reference the iconic Fallingwater by Frank Lloyd Wright — a masterclass in blending indoors and out. https://fallingwater.org/ (https://fallingwater.org/⁠) Kitchen? Media room? Alfresco? The boys debate the spaces that actually shape how we live — and the features that take a design from good to great. The working triangle, island benches, integrated appliances, and Mitch’s beloved “Harry Potter” hidden pantry moments. If you're planning a kitchen renovation or new build, this section is gold. Book your free 30-minute home design consultation with MT Design Collective: https://mtdesign.com.au/consultation