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2 years2 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Corner block build Thomas Archer

Oh wow, how exciting!
All the usual suspects in that list, we engaged most.
Yes Frank was a chippy before he was TA Director.
Tight envelope for build on corner with setback, but…

2 years2 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Hue 44 Bayside Build - 2021

Geez the process(es) are all very different to when we built hey Bigdaddy, lilaandco.
Everything takes so…

2 years2 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
CCTV that works in a power outage

Food for thought. I'll investigate all. Thanks

2 years2 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
CCTV that works in a power outage

Hi guys,
So, I know of a poor family that were broken into and robbed, their power was cut and wifi pulled out (to render security useless).
What works in a power…

2 years2 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Driveway Advice

Exposed agg does look great.
It will depend on who they use for the premix, as to the colour blends and cost.
We were told to walk around the neighbourhood with phone…

2 years2 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Achieving DS build height below 7.5 m

I get what you are trying to achieve, but my question is, are you going to ve happy living in a house you made so many sacrifices for, just to…

2 years2 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Bayside Build

That is appalling. Should be the builder. Geez they are scrimping and saving every little penny, lol.

2 years2 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Hue 44 Bayside Build - 2021

Have you got your March date yet?

2 years2 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Bayside Build

Yes it is lockable. Might come in handy!

2 years2 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Bayside Build

Long overdue updates - sorry
So, you know we baulked at the Thomas Archer joinery in the living room. Just didn't love the options and the cost wasn't fabulous either,…

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2 years2 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Bayside Build

Yes builder pays water and power during construction. You get a set time after handover to get the utilities into your name. 👌

2 years2 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Evoke (Modified) Kingston Build - 2020/2021/20

Nice!
You have the same double shower heads in your master as we do I think. Robes are the same too, great choices!
Is it worth asking for a rebate on…

2 years2 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Bayside Build

Hi Anna
It was on our list of "must haves" as we had one in a previous house and used it a bit even though it faced south!
Was a little pricey…

Thomas Archer Bayside Build
3 years3 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Bayside Build

Blinds are Somfy Sinesse.
Independent remote

3 years3 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Bayside Build

Hey hawkas
Apologies for the late reply, been a bit off colour lately.
Yes it's a standard key, plus an extra 600 each side…

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3 years3 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Build Period for Double Storey

They allow way more time than they need in contracts, to avoid paying the homeowner late fees and surcharges etc.
From slab to move in we were just on 6 mints.…

3 years3 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Nouveau 41 Glen Eira Build [2021]

Seems very odd?
Maybe a supplier/trade issue out of TA's hands?
We went with stone, but failing that, glass would have been our next option.
We are having glass in our outdoor kitchen…

3 years3 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Evoke (Modified) Kingston Build - 2020/2021/20

hey Wellbuild
Drove past your site this morning. Looking amazing despite this current "construction glitch" in Melbourne. Has TA communicated with…

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3 years3 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Bayside Build

Ok so our block is pretty much east/west with the void to the north. Being Hebel the house did stay pretty cool over summer however we have metal backed motorised…

3 years3 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Which exterior colour to choose for upstairs cladding?

I like the Hammer Grey. Has a lot of the tones from the brick and will pair well with the window frames

3 years3 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Hue 42 Bayside Build - 2020/21

if you look at your second pool pic, there are two steps up to the grass to the left of the pool. Are you capping the retaining wall? …

3 years3 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Bayside Build

We were still in the pool and spa in April and May. June onwards its been under cover.
If we need to, can always heat up the spa…

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3 years3 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Hive 46 (customised) Build 2020-21

Art and furnishings make such a massive difference don't they? Turns a space into an actual room. Well done

3 years3 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Bayside Build

Why not do both is you can?

3 years3 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Hue 42 Bayside Build - 2020/21

Oh divine, just divine.
Are you capping the top of the stone walls near the stairs to the grass? The backyard is kid and dog heaven!
All looks amazing, you'll be…

3 years3 yearsBlacktea2sugarsBlacktea2sugars posted:
Thomas Archer Hue 42 Bayside Build - 2020/21

You had me at Wine Room!
🍷🍷🥰🥰

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