A tired fixer-upper. Endless DIY weekends. A dream of creating a home with subtle Mediterranean charm.

We named our home Oliva because of our love for Spain and the timeless beauty of Mediterranean homes. An olive tree symbolises peace, resilience and longevity – everything we hope this home will become.

Follow every renovation, mistake, budget decision and transformation as we bring Oliva House back to life – one project at a time.

Our Vision

We aren’t chasing luxury.

We’re creating a warm, functional family home that feels relaxed, timeless and lived in.

Think:

• Natural textures

• White walls

• Warm timber

• Soft greens

• Olive trees

• European-inspired details

Project Overview

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Type: House
Purchased: 2026
Status: Renovating

Focus: Layout, kitchen, bathrooms, landscaping
Goal: Improve liveability + value
Approach: Majority DIY + selective trades

Before

The Plan

Layout

Improve flow and make better use of space

Kitchen

Full renovation to modernise and increase functionality

Bathrooms

Complete update with a cleaner, more timeless design

Finishes

Neutral palette with warmer tones and natural textures