Hi Mark,
On average, how long does it take for Gilpip Homes to build 2 storey homes (~400sqm) from slab down?
Thanks

hi Trixie81
I think one of the reason why Ben Trager seem more economical is because of the EPS - cladding system used for the second level. BT…

Love the tiles.
I noticed the whole bathroom floor was waterproof, is this normal or did you have to ask for it? I've seen images of other waterproofing…

We had a change in site supervisor and the slab was poured a week later then anticipated.

Fast forward 4 weeks and we have the upper frame and roof structure installed.

Scaffolding has been erected and upper floor slab is expected to be poured tomorrow. Hopefully it will go ahead, with perfect weather tomorrow and expected rain on Wed through…

Accidentally meet our plasterer on the weekend. He dropped by to scope the work.

Our upper floor truss is completed and the plasterers were there today to render the front…

That's great. Can't wait to see your interior.
Do you have a post handover to do list? Would be handy for me to start planning. This is our…

Looking good amileka.

Today went to meet with the site supervisor and it seems to be progressing along nicely. Supervisor is happy with the brickwork and went through the process. He…

Thanks amilelka, that's reassuring to know.
How is your build progressing?

Front brick work
Lounge room wall adjacent front door
Master bedroom
Laundry wall (exposed brick)

Our brickwork is near completion and we will be meeting our site supervisor soon. The images may look shocking but the walls will be rendered.Does anyone have thoughts on…

Just finished reading your thread and your place looks amazing. Love your selections and am inspired by your decking at the entrance.
Looking at your timeline, your complete…

Love the front elevation and voids in your plan. Very open and spacious.

Thanks for sharing your plans, it looks great. I especially like the privacy turn from the hallway to the family room and the extra length of the garage for…

The weather was on our side, it was a bright sunning day when the slab was poured. Then it rain for a couple of days afterwards.

Design - PPA - Variations - Contracts - Prestart - Variations - Demolition - more Variations ... a bit lengthy but its all behind us now... fast forward to the…

We finally took the plunge and commenced our building journey late last year. Just sharing our journey, please feel free to comment, leave suggestions and let us know if there…