Bigger the better for storage for me IMO.
But I guess it's harder to tell the cost/benefit in your example - mainly the 'cost'? If you go 700mm, what are…

Thanks for your thoughts.
Do you feel your louvre sidelite security mesh is safe? I was thinking no window at all so no one can see if I'm near the front…

Thanks good to know. How big is your tank?
So you can set when your heat pump runs? How do you do that?
How's the speed to heat?
Is there such thing as…

Ah okay thanks. So heat pump is combined with storage. Got it. How big is your tank?

Hi there, I'm building a home and trying to see if I can save costs / get something more optimal as well.
Currently have a 2.7m tall x 1.2m pivot entry…

Hi, doing a new build in VIC (going all electric) and wondering what is the best electric hot water system these days? What is there to consider?
It's not clear to…

Hi there, looking to have a gym in a new build.
Planning to install some sort of rubber mat flooring (on concrete)
i.e. Asking the builder to not do floorboards in the…

Also just to add. I'm not sure what the energy rating will be (not sure if it will come through in the final plans which I'm due to get this…

Bimbob Thanks for that clarification.
Actually one of my friends just reached out today and mentioned it's actually when the permit is approved (which…

Hi, I'd like to enquire on the new changes regarding the 7 star energy rating brought about by the NCC 2022 for Victoria.
For people with house builds under way, what…

Hi there,
It seems difficult to find good Intel on good private inspectors online so thought I'd check here for recommendations
Looking for inspections over all stages (assume this is a…

How did you go with his? Also looking for some recommendations

Hi there, I'm new to all of this and planning to build a place with one of those volume home builders (e.g. Carter Grange, Glenvill Homes, Thomas Archer). Currently nearly…

Thanks mate. Yeah good points!
Leaning towards Option 3 to get a bit extra space in the cabinets but not going too crazy high (and expensive). Would require a mini…

For the collection range (pre-designed) I think it would start $20k (but bare minimum) and go to $25k with upgrades and closer to $30k for more luxe upgrades?
Is that about…

roadrunnerr & Cleveland64
Did it take you long to complete the design? It took a couple…

Thanks for sharing the photo!
I like how the upper cabinets were protruding out a bit more, flush with the pantry doors.
Makes it not look too 'vertical'

Ahh makes sense. Any chance you have a photo of your kitchen? Cheers!

Thanks, it is potentially an option (I haven't asked).
But actually we increased ceiling height to 3m for the reason of having high ceilings.
Is there any benefit in having dropped ceilings…

Ahh awesome, thanks for the info.
Do you have a photo by any chance of the two rows of cupboards being the same height? Do you have them the same…

Thanks.
Definitely agree on having a bulkhead to not gather dust - I'd either go full cabinet or partial but bulkhead the rest.
I'm thinking 2.7m could be good for storing…

We are building a new home with 3.0m (~10 ft) ceilings in the kitchen - and are wondering how high should the cabinets go to?
Currently we're in a place with…

Oh that's great to know - thanks so much!
I actually wouldn't mind upgrading for better double glazing and wanted better insulation in ceiling & external walls anyway - so maybe…

Thanks for the replies.
Curious with 7 star rating deadline being Oct 2023, has anyone needed to update their plans or change their build?
And what changes are you needing to make…

Hi, I'm looking for opinions and advice on living room windows.
Essentially we have a north facing block, and the house layout we have decided on has a living/dining area at…

Ahh right - thanks.
What's an example of provisional items?
Am in early stages with Glenvill so I'm quite keen to ask more about this.

Cool thanks for the info.
My worry is that because I have so much glass - a whole wall of 3.6m high (and 10m wide) glass windows at the back of…

Hi there,
I was told by prospective builders that if I wanted to go ahead with my current plans (modern build, with a lot of windows to let in natural light)…

Thanks, good to know kamara.
Do you mind if I ask what you mean by 'provintional' items - can't seem to find that term anywhere?
Also were those increased costs justified? …