I think we've made the decision to have hybrid floors in our new build, but I'm after some recommendations on which manufacturer to use?

Currently in the process of building a double storey house, we have two young kids.
Our builder has informed us that we can have tiles, vinyl or timber laminate floors, all…

Contract for a new build was signed in December 2020, and when start time was extended by 18 months we were so happy. Here we are at almost 18 months,…

Building a new house, we have chosen our bricks as below, but are having trouble trying to work out the rest of the colours. Would love some suggestions for the…

Currently own a three bedroom home, one living area, 360m2 block (built in 2018/19). We have been considering building a second story, which would turn the house into a four…

So is official, the builder has gone into administration.
As we only have a frame and a roof, is there anything we will need to secure? Do you also think it's…

That was very helpful information, thank you! Guess we have to hope they claim insolvency and don't keep playing around.

Neither of those. I'm in SA. They're called Evoque. Haven't said anything to us, it's just the signs we're getting.

Hi all,
We are building in a new development of about 20 houses. Since our build started in October it has been going really slowly. Our frame and roof were up…

Ha! Thanks. At least you have a bit more depth

So our backyard is going to be 19m by 3.5m. Small, right?
I was wondering if you have any ideas as to how we can maximise this space? If you have…

Oh, there you go! How much extra were they trying to charge you for it?
We followed up with our builder today and apparently they're trying to work out a way…

Yes, the air conditioning is included, so sounds like some misjudgment on their behalf. We're wondering if maybe they haven't provided enough electricity to the development as a whole. Anyway,…

That's the other thing. As we weren't getting a gas point in the kitchen, they offered to move it to the alfresco for a bbq. Don't know whether they'll expect…

We're definitely planning to argue the point. I don't suppose the fact that we are part of a development would make a difference?

Let me know if you have any issues!

Considering ours is a small house (three bedrooms and open plan), you wouldn't think we'd need a huge amount of power?

It is single phase power. I assume this will make a difference?

So we signed our contract a number of months ago. As part of this we upgraded our included gas cooktop to induction.
Now, as they are about to start the build,…

Hi, my house is just about to start being built!
We're thinking about hiring a building inspector, and was wondering if anyone can recommend a good one in Adelaide?
Also some guidance…

Thanks AJW, your house looks great! In that case, are you happy with the Wallaby or would you have chosen something else? Do you find the bricks make the house…

Whilst I'm liking the thought of the dark windows in the front of the house against the light render I worry about the rest of the windows around the house…

Thanks

Would like timber, but money restrictions will probably force us towards painted.

That does look good! Thank you just hope dark bricks won't get too hot!

Probably a dark window colour, will match the roof.

Thanks for that now further to this, what color would you recommend for the panel door? Match bricks or render?

Sure, so for bricks either grange: or cobalt: , or even PGH liquorice:
Then possible limed white render:
Thanks!
Hi, so building my first home and can't make my mind…