Best Appliances for a Home Renovation: Our Guide to Going All-Electric

There's no denying that I love beautiful things, so when it make to selecting the appliances for the brick House Reno there was no doubt in our mind that we we go with Haier.

Imogen Roberts

Thereโ€™s no denying that I love beautiful things, so when it came to selecting the appliances for the Brick House Reno, there was no doubt in our minds that weโ€™d go with Haier.

We have Haier appliances throughout our own home, and we continue to come back to them because they seamlessly integrate into your design, look great, are affordable, and the functionality is truly amazing. For us, itโ€™s about finding that sweet spot between good design, practicality, and affordability.

A big part of this renovation was taking a tired 1980s brick house and bringing it into the future by moving away from gas and making the home all-electric. From the appliances to the heating and cooling, we wanted to make thoughtful choices that would make everyday living more comfortable, efficient and practical for modern family living.

Hereโ€™s a closer look at the Haier appliances we chose for the renovation.


Kitchen

For the Brick House Reno, we wanted a kitchen that felt warm, considered, and timeless, with appliances that complemented the walnut cabinetry and neutral finishes without stealing the show.


Haier 60cm 600 Series
Induction Cooktop

  • Four cook zones that can be paired to make two large Flexi Zone cook surfaces

  • 'Melt' induction technology provides stable heat even at low temperatures, perfect for melting chocolate.

  • Hood-to-hob connection pairs extraction rate of a linked rangehood to the cook zone power level

  • Surface remains cool-to-touch until cookware is placed on it, with instant-response heating

  • Wi-Fi enabled for easy control using the SmartHQโ„ข app


Haier 60cm 600 Series
Integrated Insert Wall Rangehood

  • Hood-to-hob connection pairs the power levels of a linked cooktop to the rangehood extraction rate

  • Wi-Fi enabled for easy control using the SmartHQโ„ข app

  • Seamlessly integrates into your kitchen cabinetry above the cooktop

  • Dishwasher-safe black aluminium filters for easy cleaning

  • Energy-efficient LED lighting illuminates your cooktop


Haier 60cm 600 Series
Built in Oven

  • 25 function oven including Air Fry, Roast, Pizza and Dehydrate

  • Up to five steam assist functions using a water tank - perfect for proofing bread, steaming fish and more

  • Pyrolytic Self-clean function breaks down food residue to make cleaning a breeze

  • Monochromatic black glass design, to match the Haier family of kitchen appliances

  • Wi-Fi enabled for easy control using the SmartHQโ„ข app


Haier 600 Series
Freestanding Dishwasher

  • Eight wash programs and four wash modifiers including Steam

  • Generous 15 place setting capacity, easily accommodating plate sizes up to 320mm

  • 5.5 star water rating and 4.5 star energy rating

  • Wi-Fi connected for remote control using the SmartHQโ„ข app and helpful alerts


624L 600 Series
Quad Door Refrigerator Freezer

  • 624L total capacity plus full backlit LED lighting keeps fresh food visible and organised

  • Plumbed in-door chilled water, crushed and cubed ice with PureSpace Ice

  • Choose from three preset My Zoneโ„ข temperature settings for drinks, seafood and meat

  • Air Fresh Tech cools fridge evenly; Active Fresh Zone keeps produce fresh for longer

  • Wi-Fi connected for remote control and helpful alerts through the SmartHQโ„ข app

 

Laundry

With four bedrooms, we knew the Brick House Reno would likely appeal to a family, so we wanted to ensure the laundry could handle the demands of everyday family life. From constant loads of washing to rotating school uniforms and towels, the appliances needed to be practical, reliable, and easy to use.

12kg 600 Series
Front Loader Washing Machine

  • With 18 cycles including Wool, Shirts and Refresh with Steam

  • 5-star water rating and 5-star energy rating

  • Ultra Fresh Air, designed to keep clothes fresh for up to 12 hours, and the drum dry

  • Specialised UV Protect technology kills more than 99.99% of bacteria*

10kg 500 Series
Heat Pump Dryer

  • Large 10kg capacity to tackle everything from bulky bedding to everyday essentials

  • 10-star energy rating for energy conscious households

  • Ultra Sense helps prevent over or under drying bulky items

  • 14 specialist cycles, including a Woolmark Blue certified cycle for hand-wash woollens


Heating & Cooling

We replaced the old split system with a 7.1kW Haier 600 Series Q, sized to heat and cool both lounge areas, along with the open-plan kitchen and dining space. Itโ€™s worth having your home assessed by a professional before choosing a system, as the right size will depend on factors like room layout, ceiling height, insulation, and window placement. Getting the sizing right helps ensure efficient heating and cooling throughout the spaces you use most.

600 Series Q hi Wall, 7.1kw
Wall Mounted Split System

  • Heating and cooling for year-round comfort.

  • 3D Airflow distributes air horizontally and vertically for more even temperatures.

  • Turbo Cooling helps cool a room faster when you need it.

  • Whisper-quiet operation, as low as 21dB.

  • UV Protect uses built-in UV Pro LED lights in Health mode to help kill airborne pathogens.

  • Wi-Fi control via the SmartHQโ„ข app for convenient temperature adjustments.

  • Smart home compatible with Google Home and Amazon Alexa voice control.

  • 5-year parts and labour warranty.


Hot Water

As part of taking this 1980s brick house all-electric, replacing the old gas hot water system with a Haier heat pump was an important step in future-proofing the home. Itโ€™s a more energy-efficient way to heat water, helping reduce electricity use while setting the next family up with a home thatโ€™s better suited to an all-electric future.

HAIER monoblock Hot Water Heat Pump,
250L with 10A Plug

  • Energy efficient: Uses heat pump technology to reduce electricity consumption compared with traditional electric storage hot water systems.

  • All-electric operation

  • 250L capacity: Approximately 246L of water storage, suited to everyday household needs.

  • Solar compatible: Smart controls can help make better use of rooftop solar power.

  • SmartHQโ„ข app: Control settings and choose from five operating modes.

  • Year-round performance: Designed to operate in ambient temperatures from -7ยฐC to 45ยฐC.

  • Quiet operation: Noise emissions of around 43dB.

  • Warranty: Seven years on the inner cylinder and five years on parts and labour.


For us, a well-designed home is about more than how it looks. Itโ€™s about choosing products that work hard behind the scenes, make everyday life easier and fit within a realistic budget. These Haier appliances tick all three boxes for the Brick House Reno.


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Imogen Gilchrist

Imogen Gilchrist is a creative director, Squarespace website designer and social media strategist who loves good design & good people.

https://www.imocreative.com.au/
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