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SHOWCASING THE BEST BUILDERS IN NSW & QUEENSLAND
Editors Letter
This issue, Ive been struck by how
forward-thinking you need to be
when looking to build a new
home. You need to look into
the future in so many ways
to create a home that will
meet your requirements.
How long do you plan to
have the house? How will
your lifestyle change in the
next 10 years? How do you
want to spend your time when in
the house?
These questions are just the starting point before
looking into the nitty-gritty of rooms and roong. Then theres
a whole stack of other considerations: if your house is likely to
increase in value, if your favoured style will still be popular by
the time you plan to sell and if the home is made of durable
materials. Although we never know what the future holds,
we can be prepared.
BuildHOME aims to help you make the right choice in a
house and building company so that all of your research and
difcult questions pay off.
With our extensive coverage of residential communities,
apartments, display homes, knock-down rebuilds, kit homes
and special products, we are sure you will be well informed on
exactly which is the best avenue for you.
Sophie Hull
Editor
Dont forget that you can
nd even more information about
the companies featured in
the magazine, free how-to guides,
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more online at
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contents
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FEATURES
15 News
News and trends from the world
of home building
16 Purchasing your rst home
Your rst home can be one of the
biggest purchases you will ever
make, so you want to make sure you
get it right. BuildHOME takes you
through the process step-by-step
18 Challenge accepted
Found the perfect spot for your
dream home but worried the site
poses a few too many problems?
We talk to the experts about
the ins and outs of building on
difcult blocks and why you should
embrace the challenge
21 Ask a Builder
Builder, interior designer and TV
presenter Barry Du Bois shares his
expert advice
22 Choosing building materials
What materials will you choose
in the construction of your home?
We look at the advantages
and disadvantages of common
building supplies
26 Build smart
Building a home in the 21st
century means more than just
getting the colour scheme right. In
addition to the interior aesthetics,
consider building smart for a better
future by using recycled building
materials or reusing resources
from your demolition
28 Georgian grace
This display home in Sydneys
Bella Vista Waters balances
considered design with truly
luxurious features
34 Suburb prole: coasting along
Want to make a sea- or tree-change
but still want the convenience
of living close to the city?
Look no further than NSWs
Central Coast
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38 The rise of Sekisui House
Sekisui House aims to bring a
positive change to the face of
community development and
homebuilding in Australia
117 New-home builders checklist
The essential checklist for a
smooth building process
120 Contract checklist
A comprehensive guide to contracts
with your tradesman or builder
CUSTOM-BUILT HOMES
44 Buildcraft
48 Young Homes
54 Rustic Touch
DISPLAY HOMES
58 Beechwood Homes
62 Hotondo
64 Elandra
HOMEQUEST
68 Homequest Home Builders
KNOCKDOWN REBUILD
76 Bellmarch
KIT, MANUFACTURED &
TRANSPORTABLE HOMES
80 Paal Kit Homes
86 Kitome
90 Harkaway Homes
96 Storybook Designer Homes
98 Parkwood
100 Country Kit Homes
102 Jarrah Homes
104 Appalachian Log Homes
106 Manor Park
108 Valley Kit Homes
SPECIAL PRODUCTS
112 Spantec
QUEENSLAND HOMES
Q2 Garth Chapman Queenslanders
Q6 Ownit Homes
Q12 GW Homes
Q14 Colonial
INDEX
Q32 Index
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The Estate caters for a variety of lifestyles by offering easy
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NEWS AND TRENDS
news
SOLAR SUBURBS TO POWER CITIES
Experts have predicted that suburbia will adopt a valuable new role
powering the cities of the future. Professor Hugh Byrd from the
University of Lincoln, UK, and researches at The University of Auckland
report that with photovoltaic solar panels on roofs and increasing use
of electric vehicles, a citys suburbs could produce enough energy to
power residents cars and even top up power resources. Low-density
housing is capable of producing 10 times the amount of solar energy
created by skyscrapers and also has a greater surplus after its own
energy uses have been taken into account.
Professor Byrd has called for an increase in solar roong, along with
smart meters and charging facilities for electric vehicles. We need to
embrace the dispersed suburban areas and smart new technologies
that will enable us to power our cities in a cost-effective way, without
relying on ever dwindling supplies of fossil fuels, he says.
CHOOSING LAND
Master Builders Queensland tells BuildHOME
what to keep in mind to ensure you have the
right block to suit the home you want to build.
The rst step is to go out and see how much land is
currently available, where it is located and at what
price. It is also important to make sure the land you
purchase is compatible with your home design;
taking into account the size, shape, orientation,
slope and soil type.
Every site is different and it is not nancially logical
to do a soil test on every block of land you consider
purchasing, so consult adjoining property owners or
local builders. When you have decided on the land
you feel is right for you, then obtain a soil report.
Consider the availability of power, water and
sewerage, storm-water easements and soil
conditions. Are there any development covenants
that could impact on the cost of building?
If you are looking at acreage, dont forget the
costs associated with installing a household
sewerage treatment plant, power lines, water tanks,
telephone and internet connection and access roads.
Steep blocks or sites with difcult access all have
challenges that will cost you more money. There
are also possible additional costs if youre building a
considerable distance from the property alignment.
Once you have narrowed down the options on
your land, talk to the local authority planning branch
to check ood levels, landslip, buffer zones and
other easements. Remember, talk to some industry
experts and do your homework; the more research
you do, the fewer surprises you will have when you
start building.
A good starting point, not just for the selection
of land but also for the design of your home, is to
decide what lifestyle youre aiming at. Different
neighbourhoods provide different opportunities to
achieve the lifestyle youre looking for. Choose one
you believe will suit the needs of you and your family.
When inspecting land, consider the age and
lifestyle of those living in the area. Make sure
you have a lot in common with your potential
neighbours. If you need them, how close are shops,
public transport and schools?
Once you choose and buy your land, you are
ready to move to the next step in the building
process planning your home.
GREENERY GROWS ESTATE
A newly completed one-hectare park with walking paths and childrens play
equipment is one factor keeping sales at The Rochedale Estates in Queensland
strong. The 64 lots of stage 2a were over 80 per cent sold prior to completion
in October and the newly released stage 2b is already over 60 per cent sold.
More beautiful outdoor spaces are still being added to the comprehensive
parks and conservation areas already on the estate, with the revegetation of a
natural water-way corridor alongside the new stage 2a nearly completed.
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FOLLOW THE SUN
MAG Constructions and DNA Architects have been awarded the 2013 HIA
GreenSmart Home of the Year. The four-bedroom Girasole home, built on
a steel framed motorised turntable, rotates automatically, synchronised to
follow the sun or manually driven to suit the home owners needs.
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HOME FINANCE
Purchasing
your first home
Taking the rst steps towards buying your rst home can be
both an exciting and stressful time. There are many things
to take into consideration, whether you are building your
home from scratch or purchasing an established property.
Proper research, successful budgeting and awareness of all
those hidden extra costs are key to removing stress from the
equation and progressing with the successful purchase of
your very rst home.
RESEARCH
The initial step to purchasing your rst home is to view a
variety of properties to get a feel for the market. The internet
is a powerful tool to have at your disposal, so research the
suburb and area, as well as the house itself where possible.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics offers freely available
online content that allows you to see for yourself which areas
have increasing and decreasing populations. Consider high
land value, increasing population and local amenities such as
schools, public transport, shops, hospitals, leisure centres and
parks. Websites such as domain.com.au have a radar tool
allowing you to lter properties according to how close you
wish to be to certain amenities.
It is also really important to do your own personal research
and planning before purchasing your rst home. Accredited
mortgage broker Marijan Boric recommends looking to what
you need in the immediate future rather than the long term.
Instead of going out and planning eight to 10 years ahead,
for that large house with three to four bedrooms, and putting
undue nancial stress on yourself by spending more than you
need to spend now, you may be better off getting a one- or
two-bedroom apartment in an inner-city suburb in an older
block. In doing this, you will be spending up to $80,000 less
and be able to really attack your debt in the rst three to ve
Your rst home can be one
of the biggest purchases you
will ever make, so you want
to make sure you get it
right. BuildHOME takes you
through the entire process
step by step so you can
avoid any later regret.
By Jessica Grifn
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BUDGETING
The initial deposit tends to be the largest expense when
buying a rst home. When it comes to budgeting, you will have
your own cost of living to cover so sometimes it is very hard to
put together that initial deposit.
Marijan recommends saving a minimum of ve per cent of
the full property price youre aiming for. If you are buying a
house for $400,000, you need to show that you have $20,000
genuinely accumulated in a savings account for a minimum
of three months. In addition to this, you must also make sure
you have the relevant funds to complete your purchase, so on
top of that $20,000 deposit, for a house of $400,000, you will
need another $17,000 or $18,000 to cover stamp duty and the
cost of legal fees and adjustments before you are eligible for
any grants.
Sit down and plan how you are going to achieve your goals
by assessing your income and highlighting where you are
going to make sacrices each month.
There are many options available for those who may be
struggling, such as rst-home-buyer loans, low-deposit loans
and even guarantor loans in which you would use someone
elses equity to lower your deposit amount. Banks such as the
Commonwealth Bank offer a six-month pre-approval for home
buyers, allowing you to know how much you are eligible to
borrow before even looking for a house. This can be a great
benet, as it will put things into perspective and allow you to
venture into the market with clear expectations.
FIRST HOME OWNER GRANT
The First Home Owner Grant scheme is the perfect way to top
up your deposit and lower future repayments. This scheme is
not for the purpose of investment home loans but is designed to
both encourage and assist home ownership in young Australians
and offset the effects of the GST on home ownership.
The scheme currently offers $15,000 for rst home owners,
however, it is limited to those who wish either to build their
own home or purchase a newly constructed home. In NSW,
the grant will reduce to $10,000 for eligible transactions that
have a commencement date on or after January 1, 2016.
If you are a rst home buyer, whether you are purchasing
an established property or are building a property, you may
also be eligible for exemptions or concessions on transfer duty
(previously referred to as stamp duty). This is a tax based on
the purchase price of the property and is usually one of the
biggest expenses.
To seek further information and conditions on the First
Home Owner Grant scheme, visit the NSW Ofce of State
Revenue, www.osr.nsw.gov.au/benets/rst/home/, or the
Queensland Government page, greatstartgrant.osr.qld.gov.au.
OTHER COSTS
Several costs accompany the purchase of your rst home
in addition to your deposit, stamp duty and future loan
repayments. These are things that new home buyers often
forget to budget for and, as such, may be caught off guard
with the added expenses.
Registration fees will need to be paid. The goods and
services tax (GST) is one of the reasons the rst home owner
grant is now in action. If you are buying a new home, be aware
that GST may apply. GST will also apply to your valuation,
inspections and real estate agents and auctioneers fees. A
lenders mortgage insurance or low-deposit premium is a one-
off charge added to your loan amount that will allow you to
purchase a property with a smaller deposit in the future.
Finally, if you are looking to purchase an investment
property, remember to consider the implications of the capital
gains tax (CGT) if you ever decide to sell. Ensure to consult
with your tax advisor on this when heading into investing.
THE PROCESS
Following your research of the market and area, your budget
projections and your research of all the extra costs in
purchasing your rst home, comes the administration process.
The rst step is usually an application interview. You will
apply for the home loan that you have deemed right for you,
in which the decision on your acceptance is usually relayed in
about 24 hours. The lender will use this time to check things
such as property valuations and whether or not you will need
building and contents insurance. From here, if accepted, you
will receive a loan contract with terms and conditions. Once
signed and returned, your lender will now be responsible for
your documents.
With a secured loan, you can now move on to the exciting
part, buying a house. If you purchased your new home at
auction, you will need to exchange contracts and usually pay a
10 per cent deposit on the spot. If not, you should be able to pay
a holding deposit of one per cent at the time of purchase and
then 10 per cent when you exchange contracts. Remember that
a cooling-off period may apply after the exchange of contracts
should anything go wrong. For more information on contracts,
check out our contract checklist on page 120.
The nal step is the settlement, in which your lender will
conrm the loan details and settlement completion. You are
charged the stamp duty and registration costs at this point.
Once you have registered your deed and mortgage with the
Land Title Ofce, you will receive the keys to your rst home
and your new life can begin.
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AWKWARD SITES
Youve been searching for an ideal location to build your new
home for what feels like forever and youve nally found it.
The blocks in a great area, close to schools and transport and
comfortably within your budget. Its pretty much the complete
package, except theres one problem: the site has a signicant
slope, is spatially challenged or an awkward shape, and it looks
like the build might prove difcult. What should you do: take
the plunge or run?
DEFINE DIFFICULT
When we think of a difcult site, we think bad access, steep
or a site that has evidence of damp or bad drainage, says
Barry Du Bois, an interior designer, master builder and one of
the hosts of Network Tens The Living Room.
Other blocks that can prove challenging include small and
awkward-shaped sites, noisy locations and blocks where
overshadowing or a lack of privacy are a problem.
Difcult sites may also present one or more design
challenges. For example, a sloping site may have drainage
problems and challenging ground conditions too.
COMMON CONSTRAINTS
Building and development controls will also inuence the
design of your home. For example, certain limits apply to the
height, footprint and setback of a dwelling, depending on the
size of the property. These restrictions ensure new homes
have a reduced carbon footprint, complement the character
of the area and have minimal impact on neighbours privacy,
views and solar access. In some cases, you may also have to
apply for planning approval.
Have you factored additional costs such as surveying,
engineering consultations or possible excavation work
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Found the perfect spot for your dream home but worried the
site poses a few too many problems? We talk to the experts about
the ins and outs of building on difcult blocks and why you should
embrace the challenge. By Natasha Saroca
Challenge accepted
Grantleigh Homes has ensured this
sloping site has resulted in great views,
optimal airow and natural light.
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AWKWARD SITES
related to the site constraints into your budget? Paul Vale
of Grantleigh Homes says you should ask your designer
or builder for a detailed costing of the overall design and
construction of the home before buying the block, as budget
blowouts will place restrictions on the build and added
stress on you.
THE BEAUTY OF CHALLENGING BLOCKS
According to architect Darren Naftal, who specialises in
creating homes for difcult sites, one of the main benets of
building on a challenging block is being able to enjoy a bespoke
home thats been created with you and your site in mind.
There are many homes out there that are so similar, but
difcult sites require you to think very differently and come up
with a totally unique home, says Darren, who recently penned a
guide to building on tricky blocks. A custom build will also prove
to be a good investment should you ever decide to sell the home.
As Paul points out, imperfect blocks are often more
affordable than the perfect block, while homes on sloping
sites tend to offer great views and, with good design, optimal
airow and natural light.
THE NEXT STEP
Do your research. Learn about the constraints on your site and
the impact they will have on the design and construction of
your home.
Start searching for a designer or builder with experience on
difcult sites. Before contacting those on your shortlist, work
out your budget and wish list. This will create a starting point
for them to work from.
If you havent purchased your block, hold off until your
designer or builder has inspected the property and is condent
they can create the home you want and one that addresses
the challenges of the site, within your budget.
With this expert advice, you arent assuming and
running the risk of getting a nasty bill later that is much
greater than you anticipated, says Darren. There is no
golden rule other than dont chance it; get advice rst.
CUSTOM VS PROJECT HOMES
If you design to suit the difcult site and work with it
rather than ght it, you will create a beautiful harmony
between the building and the natural environment, Barry
says of the benets of opting for a custom-designed
dwelling. The connection between home and land is not
just through the entry and exit, its the overall immersion
of your building into the space.
Custom homes are also oriented for passive solar
heating and cooling and designed to maximise energy
efciency, reduce overlooking and overshadowing and
capture the surrounding views, Darren points out.
Some project-home builders also specialise in difcult blocks.
According to Dean Allison of Montgomery Homes, which is well
known for its expertise on sloping sites, this approach is more
affordable than a custom build.
Its nearly 30 per cent cheaper to start with a standard project
home like ours, which are designed for sloping sites, and
modifying it, compared to choosing a custom home, he says.
Another advantage of choosing a project home is that you
can visit the builders display homes to see whether they, and
one of their designs, are the right match for you.
In the end, theres no wrong or right way to build it all
comes down to your needs, personal preferences and budget.
DECISION TIME
My number one rule when looking for a builder is to make
sure you can communicate, says Barry. Ask as many
questions as you can and dont be afraid to have him or her go
over a question with you several times.
A builder who has proven experience on difcult sites will
not only be more likely to anticipate any potential problems
that may arise but their team of subcontractors (brickies
plumbers, sparkies and chippies) will be aware of what
to expect and this will reduce the chance of unforeseen
problems, he adds.
What does your dream home look like? Dean recommends
searching for established builders who have constructed
similar dwellings in the past. Look through their display homes
and ask to see references from previous clients.
Being referred to a builder is best, says Paul. Nothing is
better than having someone refer a builder to you, someone
who theyve built with before and have had a good experience
building on a difcult block thats about as good as it gets.
Darren Naftal of DN Architecture
says difcult blocks can make
for more individual designs.
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Barry Du Bois is an interior
designer and master builder who
shares his advice on TV show The
Living Room. He retired from his
building company in 2006 to spend
six months of the year travelling
on a yacht and says his twins are
by far his greatest achievement.
ASK A BUILDER
What should our readers look for in a good builder?
You need a proven and trusted performer. Not someone who
says they are but someone who has runs on their board and
references. Not references from their friends six years ago but
selected from people they are working with right now and in
the last 12 months. I also want to know that they have a team
of plumbers and electricians that they are familiar with.
What trends are you seeing in new houses at the moment?
In the 1950-70s, bedrooms were much smaller because we
lived as a family unit. There was space in the kitchen and dining
rooms and not in bedrooms. There is a separation of the family
in the modern designs as I see it. There are these big kids
bedrooms for them to study and play... home is for a family. Thats
my philosophy. You need to decide the individual relationships you
want to have with the house and the people in the house.
This should be in the brief. Sit down with the family and talk
about what the next 10 years means to you. If you have kids,
will they be in the same room? For how long?
Are there common mistakes people make when doing
their house plans?
Some people sit down with an architect for one hour and then
they spend $500,000 on their house. Theres no sense telling
the architect that you want three rooms and two bathrooms.
We need an understanding of what the home means to us,
using an architectural philosophy that suits us. Preparing your
brief for the architect is important but understanding what a
brief is, is even more important. You dont want to move in and
think I wish we had realised we would need that, or why did I
put that window there looking at a fence?
Previously I lived in a penthouse in Bondi Beach and
I was sure I would spend my life in a unit. Two weeks
after my babies were born, we bought a ve-bedroom
Federation house. I think some hormones kicked in and I
wanted rolling grass lawns. This is why it is so important to
talk about the future.
Any nal words of wisdom?
Never stop analysing something you create. I would draw
something 100 times before I even started construction.
A home is one of the biggest things you can do. Break that
up and analyse each part individually. For example, what
is the yard for you and how does it
connect with the home?
Connect with Barry on
Twitter @Baz_DuBois.
Q&A with
Barry Du Bois
Barry Du Bois gives homes a
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BUILDING MATERIALS
What building materials will you choose in the construction of your
home? Here, we look at the advantages and disadvantages of
common building supplies. By Ian Cleland
Material matters
01
When man rst turned his hand to farming, he started
building permanent shelters. To begin with, the buildings were
constructed of locally available materials or, if the builders
were lucky, they would nd a cave to live in and house all their
possessions. Materials included vegetation, timber, stone and
mud brick. These materials are still being used but in a more
contemporary form.
Today, many exotic materials have also been developed
for use in the construction of buildings, such as plastic,
aluminium, galvanised steel, compressed board, laminated
timber and concrete.
HOW DO WE DECIDE WHAT MATERIALS
TO USE IN OUR HOMES?
When buying a home, many people look at the spaces
within, the views beyond or they simply want a roof over their
heads. When you create a design where the materials are
thoroughly thought through, you can achieve a cost-effective,
low-maintenance, energy-efcient, comfortable
and sustainable home.
EMBODIED ENERGY
Before we discuss the products, lets talk about embodied
energy. According to Australias Guide to Environmentally
Sustainable Homes, Embodied energy is the energy
consumed by all the processes associated with the
production of a building from the mining and processing
of natural resources to manufacturing, transport and product
delivery. Embodied energy does not include the operation
and disposal of the building material, although this would be
considered in a lifecycle approach. Embodied energy is the
upstream or front-end component of the lifecycle impact
of a home. The single most important factor in reducing the
impact of embodied energy is to design long-life, durable and
adaptable buildings.
The embodied energy of products is becoming important
when designing and building for future structures that are
required to be energy efcient.
As a general rule, the cost of the material in a building is an
indication of the embodied energy. The more expensive the
building materials, the higher the embodied energy will be.
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Estimated embodied energy
of common building materials
Material Approximate
density
kg/m
Embodied
Energy
MJ/kg
Embodied
Energy
MJ/m
Timbercrete
block
1000 1.9 1900
Brick (clay) 1700 2.5 4250
Tile (clay) 1920 2.5 4800
Tile (concrete) 1920 2.5 4800
Concrete block 2180 0.9 1960
Concrete (ready-
mix 17.5 MPa)
2400 1.0 2400
Plasterboard 880 8.1 5368
Kiln-dried,
dressed timber
510 2.5 1280
Aluminium 2680 191.0 512,000
Galvanised steel 7850 34.8 273,000
Fibreglass
insulation
18 30.3 550
Cellulose
insulation
29 3.3 100
Wool Insulation 22 2.5 55
Polyester
insulation
53.7
Fig 2. Source: Lawson Buildings, Materials, Energy and
the Environment (1996). Comparing the energy content per
square metre of construction is easier for designers than
looking at the energy content of all the individual materials
used. The table above shows some typical gures that have
been derived for a range of construction systems.
Assembly
PER Embodied
energy MJ/m2
Single-skin AAC block wall 440
Single-skin AAC block wall, gyprock lining
448
Single-skin stabilised (rammed) earth wall
(5 per cent cement)
405
Steel-frame, compressed-bre cement-clad wall 385
Timber-frame, reconstituted-timber, weatherboard wall 377
Timber-frame, bre cement, weatherboard wall 169
Cavity clay brick wall 860
Cavity clay brick wall with plasterboard internal lining
and acrylic-paint nish
906
Cavity concrete block wall 465
Straw bale ----
Fig 1. Source: Lawson Buildings, Materials, Energy
and the Environment (1996), www.yourhome.gov.au/
technical/fs52.html#assessing.
The legend is for a guide only.
Embodied energy of common materials
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THE BUILDING PRODUCTS
N Brick, clay or concrete, brick veneer and cavity brick
N Concrete block
N Hebel block (Autoclaved Aerated Concrete AAC)
N Timbercrete brick and blocks
N Timber framing
N Ritek Wall Systems (Ritek Building Solutions)
N Bamboo ooring
01. Bamboo is a
sustainable building
product that is being
increasingly used
inside the home as
a oor covering.
02. Timber framing is the
most sustainable system
for building construction.
03. Concrete blocks are strong
and versatile.
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Bricks, concrete blocks, Hebel blocks and Timbercrete are
similar in their construction methods as a grout or adhesive
is used to bond the wall elements. They also have similar
embodied-energy content. Timbercrete is a lightweight brick
that uses timber-mill waste and has less than half the embodied
energy of clay bricks per cubic metre. (See gure 1.)
Timber is seen as the most sustainable material, assuming
its from a certied sustainable plantation. As a single-skin wall
system that includes internal and external linings, timber has a
third less embodied energy than a single skin of masonry brick.
The majority of homes constructed in Australia are constructed
from brick veneer with an internal skin of timber and an external
masonry skin. The brick-veneer system of construction has an
embodied energy that isnt very different to cavity brick walls.
(See gure 2.)
The Ritek Wall System is one of several that use a pre-
assembled panel to make composite walls with a concrete-
lled core.
BRICK AND CONCRETE BLOCK
Clay brick is used on the majority of new homes in Australia and
has a long history of use throughout the world. The construction
of walls is either a cavity brick or brick veneer, with brick veneer
as the more popular of the two.
Cavity brick is constructed with an internal and external
masonry skin, with the outside using feature face brick and the
internal skin nished with a rendered or plasterboard lining.
It creates a durable building with high thermal mass, which is
benecial when built in conjunction with the appropriate insulation.
As brick veneer is the most popular construction method, it
has created a homogenous suburban landscape of simple-to-
construct homes. Brick veneer is constructed with an external
skin of brick or block and an internal skin of timber or steel
frame lined internally with a lining board, generally plasterboard.
Insulation is added to either the void between the brick and
timber frame or places within the frame to make the structure
thermally efcient. One of the greatest benets of brick veneer
is that the internal framing for the whole building can be erected
before starting the external brick veneer.
If youre designing a building thats going to be around for
a couple of centuries, the large embodied energy captured in
this type of structure should be a sustainable building material.
However, in many cases today, the external brickwork is also
rendered and painted, further increasing the embodied energy
and maintenance of the building.
Clay and concrete bricks are made from a dened and
limited resource which, when used with cement mortar, cannot
be recycled to be reused as bricks. Up until the 1960s, brick-
wall construction used a lime mortar rather than a cement
mortar, allowing the brick to be used again when the building
has been demolished.
Concrete blocks do not have the aesthetic appeal of clay
bricks, yet have the advantage of being engineered to create a
reinforced, strong and versatile wall that can be used for retaining
and internal walls and can be lined or have an applied nish. The
voids in the blocks can also be used for services, or services can
be chased into the wall so theyre not seen. Blocks come in three
main wall thicknesses: 200mm, 150mm and 100mm.
Like bricks, blocks with concrete inll have a high-embodied
energy but, because they can be used as engineered design
elements in a building, they will always have a use that can only
be substituted by formed concrete-reinforced walls.
HEBEL BLOCKS
Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) Hebel blocks have been
available in Australia for more than 20 years and have 40 per
cent of the embodied energy of bricks and concrete blocks. The
Hebel block is lightweight and solid, provides insulation to your
home and is easier to handle than concrete blocks.
Hebel blocks can be cut with a handsaw, allowing you to
create curved feature walls and easily chase services into the wall
without losing the structural integrity of the wall. The bonding of
the blocks uses an adhesive rather than a grout. Hebel also has a
range of panels designed for wall and roof constructions.
TIMBERCRETE BRICKS
Timbercrete bricks are made from timber-mill waste, sand,
magnesium oxide and bonding agents, producing a lightweight
and strong brick. Theyre so strong, in fact, that you can even
drive nails directly into the brick without drilling rst. These
bricks have also been shown to perform well in bushre-prone
areas, an important consideration in our country.
Timbercrete bricks have better insulating values than Hebel
products. However, as a cement-based grout is used in the
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BUILDING MATERIALS
construction of the wall, it affects their overall insulating value.
Because of their insulation qualities, they cannot be used for
their thermal capacity to store heat as other masonry products
can. Developed in Australia and sold in a number of countries,
the product is also supplied in blocks.
Note: the thermal capacity of a material is important if you
want it to assist with heating and cooling a home. This feature of
masonry should be considered carefully in the design. Thermal
capacity can be designed into the walls and oors of your home.
TIMBER FRAMING
Timber framing is the most sustainable system for
construction as timber continues to grow in plantations. You
could construct a house using only timber for framing, external
and internal lining as well as cellulose insulation. Timber can
be fully assembled in a factory and erected on-site, reducing
construction time to as little as a couple of weeks. This method
of construction has been developed in Europe and the US;
a typical example is the HUF house as seen on the English
series of Grand Designs.
In Australia, the supply of prefabricated framing has been
used extensively since the 1970s and reduces construction
times, but not to the same extent as the fully engineered
fabricated home. One of the best framing systems in Australia
is Sekisui House, with its Shawood design series that uses
an engineered system precise to 1mm of tolerance, which is
unheard of in Australian domestic construction.
WALL PANEL SYSTEMS: RITEK
The Ritek Wall System, a prefabricated permanent
formwork system, is a versatile structural walling method
that has been extensively and successfully used both
nationally and internationally.
The system is used for all internal and external walls
and selectively for such areas as lift shafts, stairwells and
party walls. The key benets of the Ritek Wall System are
its structural integrity, speed of installation, reduced on-site
waste, re and acoustic ratings.
The wall system is made up of prefabricated panels used
to provide permanent formwork for in situ reinforced concrete
walls. Riteks wall panels consist of 6mm bre cement and
recessed-edge facing sheets bonded to patented vertical
composite studs.
This system is suitable for use in single residential, multi-
storey residential and commercial buildings as load-bearing/
structural walls up to 25 storeys or higher in non-load-bearing
capacities. Panels can be congured to include additional
materials to increase thermal and acoustic properties.
The system does use aluminium and plastic components
that have large embodied energy but are only a small part
of the whole system. Consideration should be given to how
much of the total building is composed of this material ask if
theres an alternative that can perform the same job.
There are many materials you can use in the construction
of your dream home. Its important to discuss the type of
structure you want with your designer, engineer and builder.
Its also important they understand how to design and build
with the materials you nominate.
The time spent on the design prior to starting construction
is important to ensure you create a home that is cost effective,
low maintenance, energy efcient, comfortable and sustainable.
04. Australian Livings 8-star energy-
efcient house was constructed
using Ritek wall panelling.
05. Clay brick has a long history
of use in Australian homes
and throughout the world.
06. Benets of Ritek wall panels
include quick installation and
structural integrity.
07. Ritek is a versatile pre-fabricated
system that can be used for
all internal and external walls.
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Recycling: I know its an unconventional way
of building, particularly since we are so used
to having everything brand new, but think about
the benets. Not only will you be saving money
theres an incentive right there but
youll decrease your landll contribution and
new material use, resulting in a reduced
carbon footprint.
If youre still not convinced, consider the
statistics: up to 40 per cent of waste sent to
Australian landll comes from building activities.
Sadly, most of this waste can be reused and isnt.
In 1997, Australia produced 98-million tonnes of
new construction materials, most of which
were used within Australia. That amounts to
approximately 5200kg of building materials per
person. Thats a lot of greenhouse gas emissions!
Instead of perpetuating this trend, why not
step off the treadmill and reuse or recycle your
building waste for more money in your pocket
and the satisfaction that youve made a difference
to the environment?
Does this sound too hard? All it takes is
communicating your needs at the beginning
of the project to your architect or designer and
builder. Work with them to formulate a design
and construction program based on smart design,
reusing materials and a waste-management plan.
Smart design refers to an assessment of your
space requirements and how you intend to use
your home. You can easily decrease materials
required for your project by honestly and
objectively assessing whether you really need
three bathrooms. In the short term, youll reduce
building costs and carbon emissions, increase
your garden to allow for a vegetable patch and
fruit trees as well as creating more space for the
kids to play.
In the long term, your home-maintenance
needs will decrease and your energy bills will be
lower as you use less energy to heat and cool
your home.
Reusing materials in your new home will
mean an inventory of current materials by your
architect or designer prior to demolition with a
view to incorporating them into the new design.
This should be done at the very beginning of the
project to save back-peddling when the design
has already been nalised. This also enables your
builder to plan for careful removal of materials
earmarked for reuse.
Building a home in the 21st century means
more than just getting the colour scheme right.
In addition to the interior aesthetics, consider
building smart for a better future by using recycled
building materials or reusing resources from your
demolition. By Emin Mehmet, FDIA
Build smart
This Beacon Hill project used recycled timber window frames.
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A waste-management plan takes into
consideration the recycling of building waste that
cant be incorporated into your new design. It
involves separating materials during demolition
and construction and organising collection by
appropriate recycling services. If youre really
keen, you can list items online to sell or give
away for free.
Another way to decrease landll is to use
materials with recycled content or source
other pre-used materials. Again, having these
specied by your architect/designer during
the design phase will reduce expensive back-
peddling. Be prepared to purchase pre-used
materials as soon as they are sourced, otherwise
you may miss out.
The good news is that most building
materials can be recycled or reused. Below is
a list to help you get started:
Steel is the worlds most recyclable material and
can be recycled numerous times. Most steel
comprises 20 per cent recycled content.
Aluminium is 100 per cent recyclable and easily
reused on your project.
Plasterboard can also be recycled quite easily.
Plasterboard disposed of in landll produces a
toxic gas called hydrogen sulphide.
Timber can be reused or sold. Using recycled
timber on your project gives your home more
character. You can reuse timber studs and timber
ooring from your existing home.
Concrete can be reused or recycled depending
on its type. It can be converted into new
concrete or used to line roads.
Most glass can be recycled. Windows and
frames can be reused on your project if planned
for at the beginning of the design phase.
Timber door frames and window frames
can be reused if your new home is designed to
accommodate existing sizes and styles.
Doors, door handles and doorstops can
be removed and transferred to
new homes and extensions.
Carpet in good condition can
be sold or reused. It can also be
recycled into secondary carpets.
Wall and oor tiles can be reused
if carefully removed. Today, you
can purchase tiles with recycled
content made with sustainable
manufacturing processes.
Reuse existing cupboards and
wardrobes. To give them a fresh
look, keep the carcasses and
use new doors or paint them to
suit your new colour scheme.
Light ttings can be incorporated into
your new design.
Bricks can be reused if removed with care or can
be crushed for use as backll, aggregate and gravel.
Plastics from a building site include electrical
wiring, PVC pipes and vinyl ooring. They
can be recycled into new plastic-based products
and materials.
Power points and switch faceplates can be
removed and reused or sent for reuse by others.
Reuse ttings such as baths, toilets, basins,
sinks and taps. They can also be sold for
extra cash.
The possibilities for a more sustainable
construction process are endless. The result is
a home of character and personal style without
the new-car smell and associated toxins that
come with it. Plan carefully to allow additional
time to make this shift from conventional to
unconventional building practice. Take a leap
of faith and know that in the background, your
actions will have far-reaching effects beyond the
end of your project.
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Living Greener and Building Material Waste.
www.livinggreener.gov.au/waste/
building-material-waste
Buy, sell or offer building materials for free
at www.salvagebazaar.com.au
Find, sell or offer building materials at
www.ecodirectory.com.au/index.php/
salvaged-building-materials
Search for appropriate recycling facilities
near you at
www.recyclingnearyou.com.au
This Manly project used radial sawn-timber cladding
and a recycled timber structure.
This Queenscliff project used recycled ironbark stairs.
Up to 40 per cent of waste
sent to Australian landll
comes from
building activities.
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FEATURE HOME
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The attention to detail in this grand Georgian-inspired home is
evident from the moment you step into its impressive lobby,
where inlayed marble oors, highly detailed carved-timber doors
and a sweeping staircase make for a truly stunning entrance.
To the right, the formal lounge makes a similar albeit slightly
softer impact with its pearlescent wall coverings, subtle lighting
and Real Flame gas replace that ickers in a spectacular oor-to-
ceiling marble replace.
Built by Felton Constructions (www.feltonconstructions.com.au),
this new display home in Sydneys Bella Vista Waters is an example
of the craftsmanship the company is renowned for. The building
is not a project home, but rather a showcase of the products
Felton uses and design features to inspire clients own plans. It
showcases what traditional builders are all about. Its somewhere
you can go to see detail, workmanship and quality, says architect
Georgian Grace
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A new display home in Sydneys Bella Vista Waters balances
considered design with truly luxurious features
01. A formal garden
and stylish
lap pool in
the backyard
complement the
homes Georgian-
style architecture.
02. Pearlescent walls,
plush carpet and a
gas replace make
for a sophisticated
yet comfortable
formal lounge and
dining room.
03. The kitchens
Hamptons-style
cabinet doors have
been painted with
satin polyurethane
in a mellow,
neutral colour that
brings out the
vein in the marble
benchtop.
FEATURE HOME
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FEATURE HOME
says architect and builder Michael Milosevic.
And theres plenty to inspire, from the
homes high, coffered ceilings with elegant,
plaster cornices to the staircases ornate
wrought-iron balustrade and dark-timber stairs.
French and bifold doors throughout the home
have been proportioned to accentuate its vertical
dimensions while reecting the elegance of the
Georgian period.
Most breathtaking of all is the sweeping
kitchen. An island bench in the open-plan space
is topped by a slab of spectacular Calacutta
marble, beautifully lit by three oversized lights
made of blown glass. Hamptons-style cabinet
doors and panels throughout the kitchen are
painted with satin polyurethane in a mellow,
neutral colour that brings out the vein in the
marble slab. Gaggenau appliances and a Sub-Zero
fridge add to the opulence.
An adjoining butlers pantry includes
self-contained cooking and cleaning facilities
to ensure minimal interruption to the ow of the
main kitchen when the house is being used for
entertaining. The pantry also includes a dedicated
bar area with an under-bench wine fridge, racked
wine storage and an integrated coffee machine.
A Combi oven and an Abey work console nish
this light-lled pantry, which also boasts a home
ofce and is the electronic hub of the house.
Massive bifold doors with Centor yscreens
separate the kitchen and dining area from the
outdoor entertaining space, which includes its
own kitchen. Overlooking a sophisticated lap
pool and a low-maintenance formal garden, this
alfresco area perfectly complements the homes
internal architecture. As with all spaces in this
elegant home, every detail has been considered,
from the granite tiles to the sleek outdoor joinery.
If this is the signature of a traditional builder, it
may be time to bring back the old ways.
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04. High ceilings and
built-in storage add
elegance to this casual
lounge room.
05. The master bedroom
features a generous
ensuite and a dressing
room, with soft,
muted tones used for
each space.
06. Large windows keep
the casual living room
full of natural light.
07. Built in a striking
Georgian style, this
homes facade is
a grand nod to the
opulence within.
08. Marble and limestone
set the tone for this
lavish bathroom. The
stone was polished
on-site to give it a
silky softness.
FEATURE HOME
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Nestled between Sydney and Newcastle, the
Central Coast stretches from Gwandalan near
Lake Macquarie, down to the Hawkesbury
River and out past Mangrove Creek in the
west. The region consists of six different
precincts: the Gateway Cities (Gosford
and Wyong); the Hinterland; the Peninsula
(including Ettalong, Woy Woy and Umina
Beach); Beach Villages (including Terrigal and
Avoca Beach); The Entrance, and the Northern
Lakes district (including Toukley, Budgewoi
and Norah Head).
One of the fastest-growing regions in the
state, the Central Coast is currently the third-
largest urban area in NSW. Its population is
estimated to swell by 100,000 residents over
the 25-year period from 2006 to 2031.
MOVERS AND SHAKERS
Many people, in particular former
Sydneysiders who wish to escape the chaos
of big-city living, have made the move to
the Central Coast because of its enviable
coastal-meets-city lifestyle, affordable
housing, beaches and other nature attractions,
employment opportunities and, of course, its
close proximity to Sydney via the F3 Freeway
and train line. The area is also very family
friendly, with numerous schools, hospitals,
retail outlets and leisure centres dotted
around the region.
Community is the key to the Central Coasts
attractiveness, as most people in the region feel
part of their local community, says Regional
Development Australia Central Coast chairman,
Dave Abrahams. Volunteering is high in the
region, with everything from surf life saving
clubs to music and cultural groups on offer.
POPULAR PLACES
According to Dave, the Wyong Shire is
currently one of the Central Coasts hotspots
and is growing at a more rapid pace than
Gosford the regions other urban centre.
Coasting along
Want to make a sea or tree change but still want the
convenience of living close to the city? Look no further than
NSWs Central Coast. By Natasha Saroca
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NSW SUBURB PROFILE
Figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics conrm
this trend, with the Warnervale-Wadalba area just one
of the locations in Wyong that has seen signicant
growth in recent times.
Several new developments have been completed or
are currently underway around the Central Coast, which
is great news for those who wish to relocate to the area.
The region has a choice of new home sites where
people can build, from the Narara Ecovillage, to the
luxury environmental sites at Terrigal and brand new
land releases near the Wyong hospital precinct,
Dave says.
QUALITY CONSTRUCTION
Do you desire a home for a breezy coastal locale or a
spacious and stylish abode for the suburbs? Well, there
are numerous builders who service the Central Coast
and, thanks to their knowledge of the region, can create
a home that best captures the character of the area and
personality of your site.
One such company is Rustic Touch, which has been
building homes on the Central Coast for almost 30
years. Owners, Antony and Debra Turner, are well-
respected throughout the region, having won numerous
HIA (Housing Industry Association) and MBA (Master
Builders Australia) awards. They have completed
homes and extensions in beachside spots such as
Umina Beach, leafy suburbs like Bateau Bay, as well as
picturesque locations such as the Matcham Valley area.
Visit www.rustictouch.com for more information.

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SEKISUI HOUSE
Following strong demand in the Macarthur
region, property developer Sekisui House
has brought forward the release of new
lots at its rst master-planned residential
community, The Hermitage, almost a year
ahead of schedule.
Set on a 312-hectare site bound by
Camden Valley Way, Raby Road and Gregory
Hills Drive, The Hermitage will feature a
three-kilometre green corridor, bicycle and
pedestrian walkways and a planned hilltop
village precinct complete with boutique
stores such as grocers and cafes.
The development is also home to The
Gledswood Homestead and Winery, a
200-year-old colonial convict-built mansion
and local treasure that inspired the suburbs
name, Gledswood Hills.
At completion, the Hermitages latest
release, Gabriels Run, will feature a
collection of lots fronting what will be a
16ha regenerated South Creek Riparian
corridor with more than 200 home lots,
which would house more than 600 new
residents. Lots start from 377m with prices
starting from $240,000.
Exceptionally designed landscaping and
mature trees will add a sense of belonging to
future residents and clear design guidelines
will ensure they can enjoy the community for
many decades to come.
Craig DCosta, Sekisui Houses project
director, says that while buyers had
been attracted to The Hermitage for its
thoughtful design, expanses of green
open space, cycleways and walking paths,
location was fast becoming a key item on
the shopping list.
It is close to existing local shopping, public
Sekisui House releases new land at the Hermitage
to meet strong demand
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SEKISUI HOUSE
and private schools, health care and major new
infrastructure such as the Leppington train station,
the widening of Camden Valley Way and the M5
Duplication Project, he adds.
The Hermitage is a compelling option for
buyers because it comes with a clear vision for
the future and with more than 60 homes now
complete and almost 150 residents moved in,
people can see this rapidly coming to life on a
daily basis.
Craig says many buyers had come from
outside the Camden area, attracted by the
family-friendly feel of The Hermitage and its
communities and the growing connectivity of the
area as a whole.
ACKNOWLEDGING HERITAGE
Gabriels Run takes its name from Gabriel
Louis Marie Huon de Kerillian, a local identity
who built and owned the 200-year-old colonial
convict-built Gledswood Homestead, keeping
with the Sekisui House way of acknowledging
an areas heritage.
Honouring the past and making it relevant for
the present is very much the Sekisui House way, so
each stage, park, path or public space will, in some
way, acknowledge the historical or geographical
signicance of its location, says Craig.
The rst release of land within The
Hermitage, Hardys Rise, launched in March
2012, is named after the visionary Australian
architect, artist and author Hardy Wilson and
Chisholms Corner, the second precinct, has been
named after the Chisholm family, who planted
the rst of the regions vineyards in 1830.
COMMUNITY FOCUS
Residents who now call The Hermitage home
have been utilising the growing number of
community amenities. The Hermitage retains
a strong connection with the outdoors, with
residents now enjoying more than 10 kilometres
of bicycle and pedestrian walkways at the
neighbouring Fairbank Reserve.
Feedback from buyers has already indicated
The Hermitage is a spectacular place to
call home and a welcome addition to the
southwest corridor.
Paul and Erica Robinson recently moved
into their dream five-bedroom, two-storey
home at The Hermitage in July 2013 and are
expecting their first child together on New
Years Eve.
Like most young married couples, we had a
tight budget. Sekisui House allowed us to attain
our dream of owning a large home, designed to
suit our lifestyle and needs, all within our price
range, says Paul.
We made the quick decision to purchase
our plot of land with Sekisui House because
they promised us a thriving family-friendly,
master-planned community, with open spaces
and amenities.
Now that were moved in and preparing for
the arrival of the baby, we can see that Sekisui
House really delivered. Theres a sign outside
Hardys Rise that reads Almost Home and we
truly feel as though this is our home and is where
we are meant to live as a family.
The couple are now looking forward to
raising their future family in their new home and
new community.
Our neighbours are from all demographics
retirees, young families, singles and young
couples such as ourselves. Everyone is always
out and about and willing to lend a helping hand.
We could not have chosen a better place for our
growing family.
A NAME YOU CAN TRUST
Established in 1960, Sekisui House is one of
Japans most respected home builders and
community developers. With more than two
million homes to its credit and a multitude of
awards for innovation, quality and sustainability,
Sekisui House is now a major player in the
Australian market.
Sekisui Houses portfolio of residential
projects in New South Wales includes The
Waterfront at Wentworth Point and Central Park,
in partnership with Frasers Property Group in
Chippendale and The Hermitage in Gledswood
Hills. The company also has a number of other
major interests and joint ventures in Victoria
and Queensland.
Sekisui Houses designs have been developed
through collaborations between talented
Australian and Japanese designers. Its this unique
approach that has allowed Sekisui House to take
the best of Japanese expertise and technology
and adapt it to Australian design tastes, lifestyle
needs and climates. Sekisui House aims to bring
a positive change to the face of community
development and home building in Australia.
Sekisui Houses well-thought-out design
principles includes the use of Satoyama, a
Japanese term that signies the preservation
of the environment while encouraging human
interaction to create mutual benet.
CONTACT DETAILS
THE HERMITAGE SALES CENTRE
Fairbank Drive (off Camden Valley Way),
Gledswood Hills NSW 2557
Phone: 1800 113 943
Website: www.thehermitagesydney.com.au
Facebook: www.facebook.com/thehermitagesydney
Twitter: www.twitter.com/TheHermitageSyd
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For home builders who know exactly what they want, there
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CUSTOM BUILT | BUILDCRAFT
Award-winning
beach house
A focus on natural light and good use of space makes
this home perfect for both relaxing and entertaining
The featured double-storey modern beach house
in Callala Beach, Jervis Bay, uses a combination of
render, cladding and stone tiles for its eye-catching
front facade, giving it a sense of depth. The facade
also showcases a verandah on the ground oor
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The client wanted to achieve a luxurious
home that includes all the modern xtures and
nishes. Walking through the front door, you
are immediately drawn to the American walnut
staircase, which is accompanied by glass panels,
a stainless-steel handrail and a beautiful feature
wall with patterned wallpaper. The high void
ceiling, sliding door to the verandah, skylight and
oor-to-ceiling windows all combine to create a
welcoming, bright open space. The passive-solar-
designed home maximises the use of natural light
in every room.
Following through the hallway, you are met with
a large, open living area, which comprises a living
room, dining room, kitchen and a fully equipped
bar perfect for entertaining. There is also a large
rumpus room that can be closed off. The kitchen
shows great attention to detail with state-of-the-
art appliances, a stone mosaic bar and a walk-in
pantry. This large living space opens up to the
alfresco area with oversized stacker doors.
There are four bedrooms upstairs and a
guest room downstairs, which are all tted with
custom-made bedside tables and bedheads.
Buildcraft Constructions took into account all
of the projects special considerations, such as
estate guidelines, the beachside conditions, to
ensure building material longevity, and special
windows and ttings for being in a bushre zone.
This is a multi-award-winning home, having won
the 2013 Master Builders of Australia Excellence in
Housing Awards Contract House Up to $500,000
and for the Excellence in Regional Building Awards
Best Contract Home $400,001-$500,000. It was
also a nalist for the Housing Industry Association
NSW Custom Built Home Up to $600,000 award.
Buildcraft Constructions is a family-owned
business that has more than 20 years experience
building homes with exceptional quality at an
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The combination of render, cladding
and stone tiles on this double-storey
home makes for a contemporary and
textured facade.
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satisfaction. Spacious interiors, distinctive
elevations and professional workmanship from
inside out is just the beginning of the companys
commitment to excellence. The team at Buildcraft
brings to the table an unwavering dedication to
create a home that is as wonderful for entertaining
as it is for relaxing from lifes stresses.
Visit the exhibition home at the Homequest
Display Village in Bella Vista to view the quality
inclusions and workmanship you can expect when
you build with Buildcraft Constructions.
CONTACT DETAILS
BUILDCRAFT CONSTRUCTIONS
8 Craigend Place, Bella Vista NSW 2153
Phone: (02) 8814 7701
Website: www.buildcraft.com.au
affordable price. The company is dened by their
commitment to communication, quality and style.
The companys owners are personally involved in
each project and prefer a hands-on approach. They
specialise in designing custom-built homes, to suit
every lifestyle, that are rich in beauty, comfort and
luxury. They have the expertise to design homes for
any individual taste and ensure that their clients are
involved in every step of the process, from initial
design to completion of construction.
From start to nish, Buildcraft Constructions
combines uncompromising craftsmanship with
attention to detail to provide complete customer
The patterned feature wall and American walnut staircase in the
entryway give the interior design a distinctive character.
Classic is a premium builder of ne homes.
At Classic, we like to think outside the square
and strive to design and build homes that are
unique, meet your budget and are unmistakably
another Classic dream home. We ofer a complete
design/build service in addition to our standard
range of homes as a template. Clients work with
us to tailor the design to suit diferent locations,
slopes, budgets, family size, etc, with passive solar
elements, thermal comfort and sustainability
integral to the process.
Head Of ce: Tuggerah NSW 2259
Sydney: Brookvale NSW 2100 (by appointment only)
Phone: 1300 761 454 or (02) 4352 1189
www.classicbuilding.com.au
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Young Homes designed this substantial
605m
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house to have a combination of a
modern contemporary facade with a splash
of coastal appeal.
Soaring 10 foot ceilings on the ground oor
and 9 foot ceilings to the rst oor, coupled with
an abundance of window space, give this home
a light, bright, open feeling that will appeal to
anyone who enjoys true open-plan living.
Everything about this home is impressive: the
wide and welcoming entrance, with its beautiful
western-red cedar door with stainless-steel inserts
and sweeping curved wall, leading into a light-
lled, open void and staircase lit from above with
louvred skylight windows adding ventilation as
well as natural light. The formal living areas, clearly
designed with timeless elegance in mind, have
bulkheads in the ceiling, while the lounge room
boasts a beautiful gas replace and the dining room
is perfectly offset with two sets of matching French
doors giving easy access to the garden outside.
The hub of the family area is the gourmet
kitchen with its Caesarstone benchtops, glass
splashbacks, integrated Miele appliances and a
huge walk-in pantry. The kitchen, living and rumpus
rooms all open up via bifold doors to the alfresco
area creating the perfect entertaining area. A large
laundry with ample cupboard space plus a study
with built-in robe and a powder room complete the
downstairs layout of this gorgeous home.
Coastal appeal
This large home has been designed to allow for a generous
feeling of space and well-balanced family living
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Upstairs, the master suite serves as a large
private escape, comprising of a sitting room with
gas replace and reading alcove, and a master
bedroom with a walk-in robe large enough to be
a dressing room. A beautifully appointed ensuite
including a double shower with feature corner
window completes the picture.
Every room in this tranquil parents retreat
is supersized and both the bedroom and sitting
room have access to a magnicent suspended
concrete balcony that runs the width of the
rst oor. An additional three generous-sized
bedrooms all with built-ins plus a huge
main bathroom provide the upstairs layout of this
unique home with space for the whole family.
CONTACT DETAILS
YOUNG HOMES
Phone: (02) 9629 5585
Website: www.younghomes.com.au
Soaring 10 foot ceilings and an abundance
of windows gives this home a light, bright,
open feeling.
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While our beautiful new display homes at HomeWorld Kellyville are under construction
our sales consultants will come to you at a convenient time to discuss your aspirations
for a new home by Lifestyle Designer Homes.
We can build to any of our current designs but if you have something special in mind
we can create a custom design to match your expectations.
Its part of the Lifestyle Designer Homes service to make it as easy as possible to
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The Grevillia is one of Rustic Touchs established
Distinctive Design range. These designs suit
those that dont wish to embark on the time-
consuming and sometimes intimidating process
of designing their own home or have a budget
that they need to adhere to, but still want
something different to anything else available in
the market place.
The Grevillia is perfect for the rst home buyer
or anyone wishing to live in a comfortable, cosy
home and still be reassured of a quality-built
abode. With 200m of living space and 31m of
patios, this single-story home is a great entertainer.
The galley kitchen overlooks the open-plan
living area that leads to the northern patio. The
master bedroom is spacious with an ensuite,
walk-in robe and stacking doors that open to the
northern patio. Soft lines and good zoning create
a well-balanced home.
The Grevillia was designed for the Rustic Touch
client Maggie, who was living in Europe and wanted
a place to come home to on her return to Australia.
When I originally planned building my dream
home on the Central Coast, I looked around for
a suitable builder and the Rustic Touch company
philosophy of building environmentally-friendly
and energy-efcient homes appealed to me,
along with the design air I saw.
Her brief was for a solar-passive, sustainable
home with minimal visual impact on the
environment. Planning for her retirement, the
Distinctive design
Rustic Touchs Grevillia
design is simply different
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CUSTOM BUILT | RUSTIC TOUCH
home needed three bedrooms for visiting
children, a comfortable open-plan living space
and main bedroom. It was designed for a long
narrow block with a southern streetscape and
northern views.
The at block enabled Rustic Touch to use a
slab on ground with limited excavation to the
site while maximising thermal mass. The Rustic
Touch team used low-pitched skillions and a
buttery roof for lightweight construction and to
achieve maximum solar access to the southern
rooms by way of highlight windows.
An internal corner covered patio captures
the northern winter sun and protects the large
glass doors from the harsh summer sun. Vaulted
ceilings through the living area allow the northern
light into the central hallway and southern room
to create a light and breezy ambience.
One year on, Maggie reports that she
is thrilled with both her new home and the
customer service she received along the way.
Our rst meeting convinced me that I was
dealing with people that I could trust and work
with. Working with Rustic Touch was a pleasure.
Although it was risky for both of us to work
together from opposite sides of the world, [the
company] kept me well informed of progress and
consulted with me to my full satisfaction on all the
matters that were important to me.
I had no experience in building but [Rustic
Touch] was able to explain choices in a way
that I could understand and feel a part of the
decision-making process. I never felt that I was
being pushed into anything and [the companys]
knowledge and experience was invaluable.
What a wonderful experience it was to
walk into the house and see the quality of the
workmanship and all the attention to detail
given. I wanted a house that was open and lled
with light, taking maximum advantage of the
beautiful views. Rustic Touch created a space
that is a real pleasure to be in and meets my
requirements fully.
CONTACT DETAILS
RUSTIC TOUCH
Glenning Valley NSW 2259
Phone: (02) 4389 1551
Website: www.rustictouch.com
With open-plan living and a patio, the single-
storey Grevillia is great for entertaining.
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display homes
It is difcult to know where to start when building a new
home. There are so many options out there in terms of style
and design, and it can be hard to visualise what will work for
you. Display homes help you to see the options in real life and
get a proper feel for what you like and what is possible.
The creation of exhibition villages has made viewing a great
selection of homes easier than ever before.
Once youve found a design you like, most display homes
allow for a great range of customisation so you can pick the
materials and elements that will suit your tastes and way of life.
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Created with your family in mind, the Asquith
design by Beechwood Homes considers the
individual needs of each family member. It
delivers a home with a universal approach that
enables life to ow through spacious corridors
into rooms that allow a family to live in perfect
cohesion and harmony.
A striking exterior gives way to an equally
impressive interior. The Asquith takes open-
plan living to the next level, featuring coffered
ceilings and walls and open-plan dining and
living rooms. Modern slim-design windows are
also used throughout the home, enhancing its
energy efciency and visual appeal while also
allowing an airy ambience to ow from room
to room. The spacious residence also boasts a
modern and generously sized kitchen with walk-in
pantry, home theatre and master bedroom with a
luxurious ensuite.
Flowing seamlessly from the open-plan living
room through stacker doors is Beechwood
Homes renowned terrazza area with a timber-
decking nish, providing an ideal and exclusive
space for entertaining family and friends. If
youre after an alternative design, you may wish
to view the other homes in the Asquith series.
Beechwood Homes has been building spacious, stylish
family homes for more than 30 years and prides itself
on providing superior customer service and quality
building at affordable prices
Harmonious living
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DISPLAY HOMES | BEECHWOOD HOMES
Beechwood Homes build to maximise your
living space and provide exible living options.
The Asquith display home is now open at Oran
Park Town (The Asquith thirty one) and Hunter
HomeWorld (The Asquith thirty six).
Beechwood Homes builds in the Sydney
metropolitan area, as far north as Port Macquarie,
through the Southern Highlands to Yass, Goulburn
and Bungendore, west to Lithgow, Bathurst,
Cowra and Young, and south to Narooma.
CONTACT DETAILS
BEECHWOOD HOMES
Unit 2, 2527 Redfern Street,
Wetherill Park NSW 2164
Phone: (02) 9616 0999
Website: www.beechwoodhomes.com.au
DISPLAY HOMES
Oran Park Town Village
Bond Street, Oran Park NSW 2570
Phone: (02) 9043 5929
Hunter HomeWorld
Whitetip Street, Chisholm NSW 2300
Phone: (02) 4021 1471
ASQUITH THIRTY ONE
Accommodation: The Asquith thirty one is 31 squares,
with four bedrooms, living area, theatre room, terrazza,
double garage and patio.
Price: $211,820 (Sydney contract price, includes the
classic facade. Conditions apply).
Size: 285.89m. Living area 223.29m; terrazza 20.28m;
double garage 39.03m; patio 3.29m.
Options: Multiple facades to choose from.
Special features: All homes in the Evolution series
include the Evolution Indulgences package.
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You'll never
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I was so excited to be buying my own home. I thought Id have
to put up with landlords forever, but now I can settle in and
really make the place mine. Ill remember this feeling forever...
like when I got Ralph, my rst dog when I was seven.
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The
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Let us help you achieve another milestone...
Your first hoe.
The Aon showcases the ultimate in modern design.
This unique design is suitable for both rst home
buyers and investors alike with the ability to suit a
small allotment.
Sweeping around the main bedroom, the central
expanse of the home creates an architecturally
open space.
The Aon provides a modest and practical retreat for
the rst home buyer.
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Check with your builder for local inclusions. Plan not to scale. Hotondo reserve the right to change plans, specifcations, materials and suppliers without notice. 0411
For terms and conditions, visit www.hotondo.com.au
Visit our display homes:
Penrith - Glenmore Ridge Drive
Mittagong - 38 Renwick Drive
Lithgow - 2 Surveyors Way
We also have ofces and shopfronts in the following locations:
Bulli - 2/254 Princes Highway, Ofce: 02 4285 3121
Faulconbridge - Shop 11, 7-9 St Georges Crescent, Ofce: 02 4751 5222
Narellan - 3/28 Somerset Avenue, Ofce: 02 4647 3729
West Pennant Hills - 12 Castle Hill Road (Thompson Corner), Ofce: 02 9484 5800
153358C / 156727C / 225435C / 142748C / 230626C
www.hotondo.com.au
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DISPLAY HOMES | HOTONDO
The one-stop builder
When it comes to nding an answer to your building needs,
Hotondo Homes has it covered
Specialising in everything from energy-efcient
homes, knockdown rebuilds to building on narrow
and sloping blocks, Hotondo Homes has forged
its reputation as the one-stop builder.
The company understands that building a new
home is a major investment, which is why it is
important to have expert advice along the way.
With years of experience building on all types
of blocks, Hotondo Homes builders work within
their customers individual lifestyle and budget
requirements in order to create their dream home.
They also provide their customers with house
and land packages, which are the most economical
and efcient way of getting into the housing market.
According to manging director, Michael
Renwick, the right building advice and unbeatable
customer service sets Hotondo Homes builders
aside from its competitors.
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If there is something that works to our
builders advantage, its the fact that they listen
to their customers needs, says Michael.
They are able to refer you to a reputable
nancial institution, have long-standing
relationships with local land developers and
can help you choose the perfect home design
to match.
Given the shortage of residential land
in the metropolitan areas of Sydney,
knockdown-rebuild projects have become
increasingly popular.
Michael believes knockdown-rebuild
developments are the most affordable way
of building a home in an area you love,
without compromising on the needs,
comforts and quality that todays building
innovations can offer.
New homes are smarter homes. They
are built using the latest technologies in
structural integrity and energy efciency,
adds Michael.
Hotondo Homes builders also offer a xed
price contract on every build so customers
know exactly how much their home will
cost before the contract is nalised. Not
only are customers freed of the anxiety of
hidden extras but they are also spared the
administrative tasks. The builders look
after everything from knocking down your
old house to attaining local council plans
and permits.
Being attached to a national network also
allows customers to choose from a range
of more than 90 home designs, which cater
for the rst home buyer right through to the
established investor.
There are four Hotondo Homes builders
servicing the Sydney metropolitan area. To nd
your nearest builder, call 1800 677 156
or visit hotondo.com.au.
DISPLAY HOMES
Penrith Arizona 332
Glenmore Ridge Drive
Mittagong Highlander 329
28 Renwick Drive
Lithgow Airlie 242
2 Surveyors Way
SALES AND
SELECTION
CENTRES
Colin Duncan
Shop 11, 7-9 St Georges
Crescent, Faulconbridge
Brandon Cooper
3/28 Somerset Avenue,
Narellan
Graham Dowd and
John Stein
12 Castle Hill Road
(Thompson Corner),
West Pennant Hills
Brian Roby
2/254 Princes Highway,
Bulli
Each Hotondo Homes builder provides a
xed-price contract before construction
gets underway so that there are no hidden
extras in the building process.
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DISPLAY HOMES | ELANDRA HOMES
Elandra Homes has great exibility with its builds
to suit the land, individual requirements and budgets
making it easy to create your dream home
As you enter The Ellin design by Elandra Homes you
immediately notice the abundance of natural light
streaming in from the central two-storey void and
cleverly positioned glazing. The structured layout
of the open-plan lounge and living areas creates a
space that is bright and roomy.
The 500m
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home features an extremely high
quality of xtures and ttings throughout, with a
level of care and attention to detail that is evident in
every room.
A focal point of the home is the large island-bench
kitchen, which adjoins the dining and family areas.
With plentiful cupboards, a walk-in pantry and luxury
features such as soft-close drawers, stone benchtop
and quality European appliances, the kitchen is fully
equipped for family life and entertaining.
Through large glass sliding doors, the open-plan
living area seamlessly ows out to an integrated
outdoor entertainment and barbeque area.
Upstairs, youll nd a central mezzanine area that
looks out over the entry void and opens onto its own
private balcony.
The generous master suite features a fully
integrated walk-in robe and an ensuite with bathtub.
There are three further bedrooms with built-in robes,
two of which open onto their own private balcony.
The large main bathroom carries on the theme
of natural light, with its own skylight, and boasts a
handy laundry chute.
Quality workmanship
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DISPLAY HOMES | ELANDRA HOMES
THE ELANDRA HOMES DIFFERENCE
Elandra Homes is a boutique-style builder. The
company only take on a select number of clients
to ensure a personal, rst-rate service. Its priority
is quality workmanship to ensure your individual
design will withstand the test of time.
PROBLEM SOLVING
Elandra Homes specialises in solving design
issues; whether your block is sloping, narrow
or wide, the company can work on a plan to
suit. Elandra Homes saves time with council
applications by doing the homework rst to ensure
all requirements are taken into consideration.
The company also ensures all your concerns
and apprehensions will be given the highest
priority, with good old-fashioned customer
service. You will receive personal contact during
every stage of construction.
Experience The Ellin from Elandra Homes
on display now at Homequest Bella Vista
Display Village.
CONTACT DETAILS
ELANDRA HOMES AT HOMEQUEST
Phone: (02) 8814 6391
Website: www.elandrahomes.com.au
High ceilings and extensive use of windows and
glass doors mean The Ellin design makes the
most of natural light.
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locals
always
at hand.
Imagine your home.
With G.J. Gardner Homes, if you have a question
for your builder, you dont have to look very far.
Every G.J. Gardner Homes ofce is a local business run by local people. We make life
easier by costing everything upfront for you then working with local home designers,
tradies and councils to make it all happen. Were always on hand to share our local
building experience with you, so drop in for a chat soon.
Contact us on 132 789 or visit gjgardner.com.au
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homequest
Homequest Bella Vista, in Sydneys Hills District, is a
must-see boutique display village showcasing a range
of exclusive homes by highly respected and award-
winning builders. Homequest contains a great range
of display homes and is specically geared towards
the needs of the discerning second or subsequent
homebuyer who knows exactly what they want in a
family home.
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HORIZON HOMES
HOMESTEAD HOME BUILDERS
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HOMEQUEST
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CRAIGEND PLACE
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When choosing an Elandra home, you are choosing
an individual design with quality workmanship,
outstanding customer service and the owners
personal attention to assist and guide you
throughout the design and construction process.
Elandra Homes will ensure that your design will
sustain all aspects of a practical and functioning
home. Their display home, The Ellin, is new to the
village, and has recently opened for inspection.
02 8814 6391
www.elandrahomes.com.au
Homequest Builders build
architect-designed homes that focus
on high quality and award winning
and innovative design solutions for
all of our clients. You can visit our
display village and then customise
a design to suit your lifestyle, your
family, and your dreams.
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Building dreams.
SYDNEYS PRESTIGE HOME DISPLAY VILLAGE

YOUNG HOMES
Young Homes is a proud third generation, family-
owned company that have been building outstanding
prestige homes for over 60 years. Young Homes use
rst-class designers for all their uniquely designed
homes, and are happy to show you their wide
portfolio of custom-built luxury homes.
Strict attention to detail, coupled with hands on
family management have earned the company
countless prestige industry awards including: the HIA
NSW Project Home of the Year, BHSC Top Home
Award, the HIA Best Workmanship Award and the
HIA Best Outdoor Entertainment Area of the Year,
plus no fewer than ve Australian Achiever Awards for
Excellence in Customer Service in NSWs Building and
Construction Services & Supplies Category, the most
recent for 2013.
Come visit their display homes at the village -
The Macquarie, a stunning classical design and
The Galaxy, a stylish ultra modern design with
clean architecturally appealing lines and a host of
startling features.
02 9629 5585
www.younghomes.com.au
HOMEQUEST
DISPLAY VILLAGE
CRAIGEND PLACE, BELLA VISTA
VILLAGE OPEN 7 DAYS 10AM-5PM
Building dreams.
HOMESTEAD
HOME BUILDERS
Homestead do not mass produce homes - each
Homestead home is architecturally styled to suit
the buyers unique family requirements, lifestyle,
block of land and most importantly, budget.
Homestead Home Builders will provide you with an
expertly built, custom designed home at a project
home price.
They currently show two display homes at the
Homequest Display Village, The Taya - designed
for the young active family, and The Skye,
designed specically for narrow, 15-metre sites.
Making great use of a difcult block, the home was
designed to take advantage of the lovely aspect
and provides a comfortable and stylish place for
the owners to relax with family and friends.
Homestead can individually craft a prestige family
home for any type of building application. From
acreage, to small and large building blocks, even
knock down and re-builds.
02 9629 5199
www.homesteadhomes.com.au
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Visit Sydneys premier collection of display
homes at Homequest Display Village.
Featuring quality, style, innovation and
craftsmanship in architecturally-designed
homes, all in one location.
Homequest Builders build architect-designed homes that
focus on high quality, award winning and innovative design
solutions for all of our clients. You can visit our display
village and then customise a design to suit your lifestyle,
your family, and your dreams.

ROSELEA HOMES
For more than 19 years, Roselea Homes has
been building prestigious homes of quality and
distinction throughout metropolitan Sydney. A
family owned and managed company, they boast
an excellent reputation by consistently delivering
luxury family homes at an affordable price.
Expert building knowledge and superior quality
workmanship is the cornerstone of their company.
The Sapphire is on display at Homequest Display
Village and has recently undergone a complete
transformation, now more modern and stylish
than ever before. Their second display home,
The Diamond, has just opened and is open
for inspection. The Diamond is a magnicent
home, where style, experience and quality create
perfection.
Roselea Homes specialise in knocking down older
homes and rebuilding stunning new designs.
Everything is organised for you, from the design of
your new home, demolition of the existing house
and all the necessary approvals organised. You are
guided every step of the way and aim to make the
process as simple as possible.
02 8824 5024
www.roselea.com.au
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architectural designs, the highest quality,
individual style, innovation and craftsmanship,
all in one location at Bella Vista.
BUILDCRAFT
CONSTRUCTIONS
Buildcraft Constructions specialise in designing
custom built homes to suit every lifestyle. Their
homes are rich in beauty, comfort and luxury. The
owners of Buildcraft Constructions are personally
involved in each project, which their clients
appreciate. The display home is The Sterling, and
it showcases an architectural design that gives
families a great home for entertaining.
02 8814 7701
www.buildcraft.com.au
HORIZON HOMES
Horizon Homes are creators of luxurious designer
homes providing quality inclusions, workmanship
and award winning design and building solutions.
They have recently won the Master Builders
Association (MBA) for Excellence in Construction
for Exhibition Homes $350,000 and over, and
the Housing Industry Association (HIA) CSR NSW
Housing Award for Display Homes over $350,000.
Their display home Q46 is an exceptional family
home, packed with innovations and features
designed to make life easy for every family member.
02 8882 9111
www.horizon-homes.com.au
MEADOWBANK
HOMES
Meadowbank Homes have won many prestigious
building awards including the NRMA, HIA NSW
Display Home of the Year, The NRMA, HIA, NSW Best
Home of the Year and the HIA National Display Home
of the Year. Just over 47 square metres in size, The
Carmel offers a well thought out design blended with
an understated elegance. With its limestone entrance
tiles, richly coloured grey ironbark timber ooring and
2700 (9 feet) ceilings throughout the ground oor
area - The Carmel is a home to remember.
02 9875 4411
www.meadowbankhomes.com.au
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Sometimes its best to knock down
an existing structure and start over
again. In the past few years, there
has been a staggering increase in
the number of people choosing to
knock down an existing older house
and put a new one in its place.
There are many reasons for
knocking down and rebuilding.
Often, vacant lots in desirable
metropolitan areas are simply
unavailable, so buying a cheap
property with a view to demolish is
sometimes the only way for home
builders to get the home they want
in the neighbourhood they prefer.
Others are perfectly happy with
where they are but have found
that their existing house no longer
meets the needs of their growing
families. Whatever the reason,
knocking down and rebuilding is a
practical option that many home
builders overlook.
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this Blue Mountains
knockdown rebuild to
look stunning front and
rear as it backs onto a
golf course.
02. The existing timber
home on this site was
full of white ants, so
it was demolished
and the team from
GW Homes replaced
it with two separate
dwellings on 10-metre-
wide blocks. The team
made the most of
the small parcel of
land with the pictured
house by building over
three levels.
KNOCKDOWN & REBUILD
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ON THE WEB:
www.bellmarch.com.au
Head Ofce
(02) 9114 8878
Fax
(02) 9114 8877
Sales Ofce
(02) 8824 6669
Email
[email protected]
Integrated Living Designs by Bellmarch Homes.
GRANNY FLAT is a commonly used term to describe a
separate living area and accommodation attached to a main
house or separate to the main house as a unit in the rear
yard. Granny Flats are not usually large, they normally
provide a living area, a bedroom + kitchenette for the
provision of light meals and a bathroom / ensuite.
The entrance is usually separate to the main dwelling
and there are no interconnecting doors or openings
between the main house and the granny at.
INTEGRATED LIVING DESIGNS are part of the main
home, but offer a segregated area designated for member/s
of the family who want some space and accommodation on
the ground oor away from the busyness of the living area
of the home. These designs do have openings and doors
connecting them to the main house.
The Integrated Living Design can be used by older
members of the family who want to retain some
independence, like -wise a younger member of the family.
Check out our designs at www.bellmarch.com.au
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The Ohio 12 - Ocean View Faade
Calfornia 14 Pioneer Faade
Colorado 10 - Alfresco
New York 16 - Bushview Faade
California 18 Mk2 Pioneer Faade
Bellmarch Homes specialise in a range of two-storey
homes for both narrow and wider sites suitable for
knock-down-rebuild projects in Sydney and Central
Coast suburbs.
Homes like the Michigan 12 Lifestyle Faade (see 3D
oorplan) are available to t your 12 metre wide land.
Bellmarch have a range of designs to t sites from
10 metres wide to sites more than 18 metres wide.
Visit our website: www.bellmarch.com.au
or call (02) 8824 6669
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kit, manufactured &
transportable houses
Kit, manufactured and transportable homes
offer practical solutions to a range of building
challenges and give owners the satisfaction of
building their own homes.
Kit homes are a great option for those
with a short timeframe, as a large part of the
construction can take place off-site and be
delivered to your land.
They are also much cheaper than building
from scratch, with options to suit every budget,
approach and desired house size.
Proudly sponsored by PAAL Kit Homes.
KIT, MANUFACTURED & TRANSPORTABLE HOUSES
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KIT, MANUFACTURED & TRANSPORTABLE HOMES | PAAL
Easy to change
This family discovered that a kit home was just DIY on a bigger scale,
and they were very satised with the results
This sprawling home has six bedrooms and several
living areas to cater for a large family.
BNQ203_080-081_PAAL HOMES 1.indd 80 10/9/2013 8:55:29 AM
Tracey and Mervyn Trindall wanted a large family
home, so they extended the Elizabeth design
from Paal, providing six bedrooms instead of four.
Enlarging a standard Paal plan is an efcient
alternative to buying one of our bigger homes,
says Paal Kit Homes regional consultant Phillip
Longhurst, who liaised with the Trindalls during
the early stages.
The family of six youngsters and two adults
live in their new home on 10 acres at Reserve
Creek in northern New South Wales.
Tracey says changing the standard design was
a straightforward process. We told Paal what
we wanted, they set up the plans for us and we
endorsed them.
She and Mervyn both work full-time, so they
built their home on weekends and after work.
Initially, they organised family working bees, then
managed the rest themselves. Neither of them
had prior building experience.
It was a learning curve, although not hard
if you kept to the manual, which was very well
written. If we ever got stuck, we rang John at
Paal who talked us through it. His support was
fantastic, she says.
Tracey and Mervyn did most of the work
themselves, paying for trade help where
specialist skills were needed. They employed
a concreter, brickie, roofer and a nisher to
complete the plaster boarding.
Its so rewarding to live in a house that
we built ourselves. If Mervyn and I can do it
with six kids, both of us working full-time and
no prior building experience, then anybody can,
Tracey says.
The Trindalls also, obviously, saved money by
doing it themselves.
It cost us around $240,000, whereas we
would have paid a builder $450,000, says Tracey.
Were extremely happy with our new
home. With the knowledge acquired, wed
do it all again perhaps next time as an
investment property.

CONTACT DETAILS
PAAL KIT HOMES
Sydney Phone: (02) 4735 4377
Melbourne Phone: (03) 9720 1222
Brisbane Phone: (07) 5495 4070
Website: www.paalkithomes.com.au
Tracey and Mervyn have six children
and work full-time but still managed to
build their home themselves.
This country-style kit home ts in
beautifully with the natural landscape.
A recent open house held by Paal Kit Homes at
Cedar Creek in Queensland, saw people come
from afar to view the home built by retired
plumber Brian and his wife, Cheryl.
This beautifully presented residence
attracted a lot of favourable comments from
the numerous visitors.
Our driveway was congested with cars.
People were so talkative and wouldnt leave!
Some were here for hours and a few even went
away and came back later, Brian says.
The couple built a traditional Queenslander
based on Paals Kiama design, with modications
that included an enlarged verandah and a double
set of steps in front.
Cheryl created many of the homes beautiful
nishes, both inside and out, and Brian employed
carpenter friends to give him a hand with
construction, all of them wood chippies who
hadnt worked with a steel frame.
They loved the way it all tted together and
say it was millimetre-perfect. Looking along the
frame at ground level, they found it to be as
straight as a gun barrel.
One of them inspected and certied the
house for the council and says he had never seen
a steel-framed home as good as Paals.
Brian didnt need the plumbing and electrical
inclusions in the kit, as his mates provided those.
He also substituted non-standard architraves
and skirtings and Paal upgraded his own choice
of plasterboard.
Paal went along with all our changes to the
kit. They were exible and easy to deal with. Our
motto for Paal homes is: youre only limited by
your imagination, says Brian.
They gave us plenty of backup. If we werent
sure about something, we just rang them. They
were always very helpful.
Ive dealt with other building companies
before. They usually leave a nasty taste in
the mouth. This time we really enjoyed our
homebuilding experience.
CONTACT DETAILS
PAAL KIT HOMES
Sydney Phone: (02) 4735 4377
Melbourne Phone: (03) 9720 1222
Brisbane Phone: (07) 5495 4070
Website: www.paalkithomes.com.au
This kit home has proved popular with more
than just the homeowners
The skys the limit
We know what youre thinking,
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DESIGNS BUT...
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EAST MAITLAND
UhiI 6, 24 GarheII Road
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59 Geelohg Road
8ahhockburh 3331
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Angelo and Alannah were searching for just the
right house to put on their land by the Hawkesbury
River near Windsor, New South Wales. In the end,
they concluded that nothing they had seen was
quite what they wanted so they decided to design
their own house with the help of Kitome. The end
result is a stunning home that sits like a jewel in its
tranquil rural setting among the orange groves.
Kitomes Internal Design Service was able to
work with the couple to help them bring their ideas
to life. A key requirement was the Federation-style
facade to ensure the building blended in well with
the historic feel of Windsor. It was also important
to have a verandah that completely surrounded
the house to allow for the amazing 360 vistas
available from every side of the house. The inside,
however, needed to be thoroughly modern with an
open-plan living style and practical and functional
entertaining areas that are able to take full
advantage of the houses natural assets.
Knowing it would be a guest house, the
couple took a Kitome design and made a lot
of modications, including adding an ensuite to
Riverside retreat
This couple turned a kit home into a popular
Hawkesbury River holiday house
BNQ203_086-87_KITOME 1.indd 86 10/17/2013 9:36:42 AM
KIT, MANUFACTURED & TRANSPORTABLE HOMES | KITOME
each of the four bedrooms.
We wanted something comfortable and
attractive. Because of the views, we wanted
every room opening to a balcony or verandah.
Kitome appealed to us because we were on
a budget and they seemed the most exible
company, says Alannah.
Once the design was nalised, everything
turned up at the site on time and ready to go.
The builder recommended by Kitome knew
exactly what to do. Everything was on time and
there were no hitches at all.
Linda from Kitome was on hand to help
the couple navigate the issues that invariably
arise on a build project. She ensured that any
issues were dealt with quickly and efciently
so that construction wasnt held up. The new
construction, called Cornwallis House, is now a
working holiday home and Alannah says that they
love the houses ow and sense of space.
It is absolutely great. All our guests love it and
we are booked out every weekend. Most cant
believe its a kit home!
CONTACT DETAILS
KITOME
Phone: 1300 794 737
Website: www.kitome.com.au
This magnicent holiday house makes full use of verandahs to ensure
all guests can enjoy some outside space and spectacular views.
With Kitome, you can choose an existing design
or alter one to t your needs
Ultimate flexibility
Kitomes main point of difference is flexibility.
The company understands that everyone has
different wants and needs a design that
works for one person, may not work as well for
another. Thats why the team at Kitome says,
Build your own dream home, not
someone elses!
Kitome has more than 50 home designs to
choose from, but the company is just as happy
to alter its designs to fit your needs. If you
like the plan but want higher ceilings, larger
rooms, more rooms, this room here and that
room there, it doesnt matter. If it can be done,
Kitome will make it happen. Alternatively, staff
will work with you on developing your own
unique design.
Kitome is a customer-oriented company
that takes pride in its reliability, professionalism
and quality. Kitome has organised its home
designs into three exciting series:
THE GABLE SERIES
A number of smaller, cost-effective options with
designs for large families to studio style, with
exible plans to suit your needs.
THE FREEDOM SERIES
Offers a large collection of medium-sized home
designs up to 292.5m
2
. They are ideal for large
families wanting room to move.
THE PRESTIGE SERIES
Offers large mansion-sized homes up to
509.7m
2
, perfect for some acreage in a rural
setting. These generous, spacious designs have
all the extras to make the ideal home.
The comprehensive Kitome range covers a wide
variety of attractive styles.
CONTACT DETAILS
KITOME
Phone: 1300 794 737
Website: www.kitome.com.au
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2/123 Adelaide Street, Blayney 2799
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Shop 1, 22 Park Avenue, Coffs Harbour 2450
East Maitland: Sales ofce and showroom Unit
6, 24 Garnett Road, Green Hills 2323
Emu Plains: Sales ofce and display home
(Clairmont 19) Corner Smith Street and Old
Bathurst Road, Emu Plains 2750
ACT
Canberra: Sales ofce and showroom
Unit 12 & 13, 160 Lysaght Street (corner Hoskins),
Mitchell 2911
QUEENSLAND
Gold Coast: Sales ofce and display home
(Clairmont 19) 9A Supply Court, Arundel 4214
Townsville: Sales ofce and showroom
Shop H, Royal Oak Plaza 263269 Charters Towers
Road, Hermit Park 4812
VICTORIA
Bannockburn: Sales ofce and display home
(Homestead 39) 59 Geelong Road,
Bannockburn 3331
Dandenong South: Sales ofce 15 Mickle
Street, Dandenong South 3201
TASMANIA
Hobart: Sales ofce and showroom
56 Burnett Street, Hobart 7000
Specialising in traditional styles,
Harkaway Homes has nine ranges
of houses to choose from.
BNQ203_090-94_HARKAWAY.indd 90 10/9/2013 9:09:28 AM
KIT, MANUFACTURED & TRANSPORTABLE HOMES | HARKAWAY HOMES
Reflections of
the past
Authentic looks, heights and proles are Harkaway
Homes specialties. The company was established
in 1986 and its homes can be found in New South
Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania and
southern Queensland. Harkaway Homes designs
have attracted attention in the building industry
and they have won many Excellence in Housing
Awards from the Master Builders Association.
Specialising in traditional styles, the company has
nine ranges of homes to choose from.
Capturing a hint of
Australias colonial
past, Harkaway
Homes specialises in
Victorian-style and early
Federation designs
VICTORIAN HOMESTEAD SERIES
This series is a perfect choice for people looking
for a traditional country home. Rather than being limited
to homes that are designed to suit city blocks, they
can have a rural-looking residence with all the period
features such as authentic rooines, verandahs, bay
windows and fancy leadlights. Featured is the Bowral
from Harkaway Homes newest range, the Victorian
Homestead Series.
Price: $148,828 for the deluxe lock-up package
(price includes GST).
Size: 298m (32 squares).
Accommodation: Four bedrooms with built-in robes,
study, living room, rumpus room, meals/family room,
two bathrooms, walk-in linen cupboard, kitchen with
walk-in pantry, and laundry.
Construction: Choice of weatherboard or brick.
Construction time: 16 weeks, mainly built on
a project-managed basis.
Special features: Captures every element of the best
of yesteryear, with tall external walls, high ceilings,
leadlight-topped box bay windows and French doors.
Included in price: Fully stabilised, prefabricated,
termite-resistant, kiln-dried wall frames and roof
trusses; full-frame erection; choice of brick or
weatherboard; Colorbond roong; Victorian ash
windows; Victorian hardware and xings.
Optional extras: Verandah, three-metre ceilings,
feature entry-door frame.
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FAIR DINKUM FEDERATION SERIES
This authentic Federation home reproduces the look
of a suburban home of the early 1900s with its distinctive
bell-shaped roof over the verandah, bay windows, grand
entries and beautiful leadlights above doors and windows.
Featured is the Cauleld, from a range of seven different
sizes and oorplans.
Price: $120,178 for the deluxe lock-up package (price
includes GST).
Accommodation: Four bedrooms, living room,
meals/family room, kitchen with walk-in pantry, laundry,
two bathrooms.
Special features: Authentic reproduction Federation
home with a wide range of traditional features, including
high external walls (3.6m), high ceilings (3m), Federation
rooine, integrated verandah, leadlight-topped box bay
windows, leadlight front-door frame with cricket-bat entry
door, Federation-line casement windows, Federation friezes,
French doors.
termite-resistant, kiln-dried wall frames and roof trusses;
full-frame erection; choice of brick or weatherboard;
Colorbond roong; Victorian ash windows; Federation
cappings and xings.
Not included in price: Internal linings, plumbing,
electrical, kitchen, oor.
The Cauleld has a wide range of traditional features,
including high ceilings and external walls.
VICTORIAN TRADITIONAL SERIES
This classic double-front home sits comfortably on city
or country blocks with verandahs to front and rear and
window canopies to the sides. Alternatively, it can be
an old-fashioned country homestead on land with a
verandah all around. Featured is the Seddon, from a
range of six different sizes and oorplans.
Price: $105,714 for the deluxe lock-up package
(price includes GST).
Accommodation: Four bedrooms with built-in robes,
living room, family room, dining room, two bathrooms,
kitchen with walk-in pantry, laundry.
termite-resistant, kiln-dried wall frames and roof trusses;
full-frame erection; choice of brick or weatherboard;
Colorbond roong; Victorian ash windows; Victorian
hardware and xings.
Not included in price: Internal linings, plumbing,
electrical, kitchen, oor.
Optional extras: Verandah (four types as package), 3m
ceilings, timber block front facade, assorted leadlights.
CONTACT DETAILS
HARKAWAY HOMES
Melbourne Sales and Display
Centre: Corner Princes Highway
and Station Street, Ofcer Vic 3809
Phone: 1800 806 416 or
(03) 5943 2388
Fax: (03) 5943 2599
Website:
www.harkawayhomes.com.au
Registration NSW: BSC
Licence 45511C
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signature Victorian
windows, hardware
and xings.
02. The Seddon design,
from the Victorian
Traditional series.
Storybook
D E S I G N E R H O M E S
Create your own story...
www.storybook.com.au
Storybook Designer Homes.indd 1 17/10/2013 11:12:19 AM
Living happily ever after in a dream home has never been so affordable
Suited to almost any location farm, suburbia,
acreage or beachfront Storybook Designer
Homes residences are always inviting. The
attic-style homes on offer at Storybook Designer
Homes look like theyve jumped straight out of a
picture book.
With an experienced and professional team,
the company strives to please and accommodate
all clients. The staff understands that designing
and planning are the most important aspects of
building a new home or adding an extension to an
existing property.
Whether youre looking for a modern or
traditional-style home, the company has a design
to suit. And, while there are more than 2000
designs to choose from, Storybook Designer
Homes remains focused on providing an individual
design service for all clients.
Storybook clearly understands the powerful
inuence emotive architecture has on those who
live in or visit such houses. It enriches their lives,
says managing director and designer, Phil Malcolm.
Individual designs
BNQ203_096-97_STORYBOOK.indd 96 10/9/2013 9:27:50 AM
KIT, MANUFACTURED & TRANSPORTABLE HOMES | STORYBOOK DESIGNER HOMES
Whether youre looking for a modern or
traditional-looking home, Storybook Designer
Homes has a style to suit.
When designing your new home, Storybook
Designer Homes takes into account all
necessary details including constraints such
as trees, slope, neighbours, views, indoor- and
outdoor-lifestyle requirements, budget, council
requirements, materials and energy efciency.
Add to this the opportunity to become involved
in the building process as an owner-builder or
with other tasks such as painting or installing
decking, and the construction of your new
home can become increasingly cost-effective.
According to Phil, Anyone can be an owner-
builder, provided they receive the right technical
and practical assistance.
An owner-builder help package is available
from Storybook Designer Homes and includes
site evaluation, designs, costings, permit
applications, technical assistance and a list of
sub-contractors and suppliers.
Storybook Designer Homes can help build
your dream home while saving you thousands
of dollars in the process.
CONTACT DETAILS
STORYBOOK DESIGNER HOMES
Website: www.storybook.com.au
BNQ203_096-97_STORYBOOK.indd 97 10/16/2013 11:15:22 AM
KIT, MANUFACTURED & TRANSPORTABLE HOMES | PARKWOOD MODULAR BUILDINGS
Casual character
Parkwood provided a exible approach to help this
couple create a home they love living in
This gem of a house is designed to sit snugly
in the cosy coastal village environment that
is unique to Davistown on New South Wales
Central Coast. At 172m, it is compact yet delivers
on light-lled and spacious living. It has been built
to maximise its leafy position, offering a feeling of
a holiday hideaway due to its secluded site.
Owners, Wendy and Colin, were downsizing
and wanted to make sure their new home t
their lifestyle.
We wanted a casual open design that wasnt
going to appear pokey. We wanted our kitchen,
dining and living area to have a view out to our
backyard, as we backed onto a lovely bush aspect.
We had a basic two-bedroom and study design,
with a large two-way bathroom but, with the help
of Parkwood, we were able to come up with a
plan that t the bill, says Wendy.
There were some challenges to overcome
along the way. Due to its proximity to the water,
the home had to be raised in case of ooding and,
due to the narrow access, the home sections had
to be reduced.
Building a house is always challenging but we
found the Parkwood experience very easy. We
BNQ203_098-99_PARKWOOD.indd 98 10/17/2013 9:42:53 AM
KIT, MANUFACTURED & TRANSPORTABLE HOMES | PARKWOOD MODULAR BUILDINGS
have built a couple of times before and found that
you couldnt vary the original design and make
changes to suit you without it costing heaps.
The Parkwood style of building is so much more
exible and your design becomes your own. They
are so eager to work with you to come up with a
home that you will love living in.
The big windows and double doors give the
house a great ow from indoors to out and the
high ceiling enhances the feeling of space.
We were able to create a home that we
wanted. We wanted that beachy, casual feel with
lots of character and we, with Parkwood, have
achieved that. We enjoyed the whole experience.
All Parkwood designs can be easily varied to
meet your requirements such as site orientation,
internal layout, materials and exteriors, with
a design team to personalise each home. The
company prepares all plans for your council
application and lock up is achieved in a day.
Lots of glass enhance the natural views, and
wooden oors add a warm, welcoming feel.
CONTACT DETAILS
PARKWOOD MODULAR BUILDINGS
7-11 Kangoo Road, Somersby NSW 2250
Phone: (02) 4340 4077
Website: www.parkwood.com.au
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KIT, MANUFACTURED & TRANSPORTABLE HOMES | COUNTRY KIT HOMES
Kit homes are getting more popular every year
but when considering this option, you need to
ask exactly what you are getting. With the huge
volume of choice, you must ensure that you
know what is in each kit home and that you are
receiving the right quality and customer service
from the kit home company.
Country Kit Homes focuses on giving the client
as much information as they need from the start.
Andrew Wood from Country Kit Homes says that a
well-educated and guided client is a happy client.
At Country Kit Homes we have put a lot of
thought into our kits so that we have come up
with smart ways to make the construction quicker
and more cost effective. We make the whole
process clear and easy to follow.
Unlike many kit options, Country Kit Homes
has a full steel oor system included in all of
its kits. This system is easier to construct and
gives the client the choice of many more building
sites on many different types of blocks. The oor
system also has the advantage of using different
ooring types to suit all clients needs, climate
conditions and nished oor coverings. The
company also provides 90 millimetre steel frames,
giving homes a very solid frame to build from.
Its the little things that can really make a kit
a real home: from smart design to using pre-
assembled frames and trusses, and the right
insulation and cladding types. Country Kit Homes
offers many features that make installation easy.
With most kit homes, there are standard plans
to choose from and most are not going to suit
your needs, either in terms of lifestyle, budget
or practical considerations such as elevation.
Country Kit Homes specialises in designing
practical kit homes, taking into consideration
the most common must haves and trying
to add as many extras that clients ask for as
possible. Country Kit Homes understands that
each customer has individual requirements and
tastes and can tailor your home to suit. Possible
modications include adding lined verandahs,
extra rooms or windows, increasing wall heights
and choosing your own external nishes. Country
Kit Homes even welcomes a clients own plans.
Before you decide on a kit home, make sure you
understand exactly what is included
Complete kits
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KIT, MANUFACTURED & TRANSPORTABLE HOMES | COUNTRY KIT HOMES
Country Kit Homes offers steel oor
systems and frames to ensure your
house is solid and durable.
INCLUSIONS
Each Country Kit Homes design can
be provided in three stages of completion,
from a basic lock up to a total kit
with nishes such as bathroom ttings
and kitchen appliances.
Even its most basic stage one includes:
N Plans, specications and energy-
rating certicate
N Steel oor system
N Particle board ooring
N Steel frames and trusses pre-assembled
N Colorbond roong
N External cladding and accessories
N Aluminium sliding windows and doors
N Front and rear doors with locks and handles
N Eave and verandah linings with xings
N Roller doors where applicable
CONTACT DETAILS
Country Kit Homes
Phone: 1300 805 022
Website: www.countrykithomes.net.au
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KIT, MANUFACTURED & TRANSPORTABLE HOMES | JARRAH MODULAR KIT BUILDINGS
Jarrah Modular Kit Buildings is an experienced and
versatile company with 22 years experience of
building traditional, at-pack and modular buildings.
The company is Australian owned and operated
and it provides a professional and friendly service.
The designs are open and inviting and can be
customised to suit your needs. Each of its plans
has optional upgrades, such as timber oors.
Our diverse experience means we have more
to offer our clients than just a kit home or just a
modular building. We have worked in a variety of
areas, not only in the building industry, but also in
a variety of locations as well, says Brett Rossiter
from Jarrah Modular Kit Buildings.
Building with at-packs means your project will
be quick and cost-effective. For example, Jarrah
recently completed a 60m
2
dwelling for $92,000,
including plumbing and electrical connection. Not
only that, but it was completed in only ve weeks.
Certication for this type of building is now also
easier than ever.
We build to your lifestyle so if you need a
Whether you are after a separate home ofce,
guest house or self-contained studio for a
relative, Jarrah Modular Kit Buildings can work
with you to meet your every need
Something for everyone
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KIT, MANUFACTURED & TRANSPORTABLE HOMES | JARRAH MODULAR KIT BUILDINGS
This self-contained accommodation was
completed quickly and inexpensively.
granny at for your aging mother or teenage son
or are just looking for some extra rental income,
then we can build it for you. If you are looking
for a modular renovation to save time, then
we can build it for you. If you are looking for a
comfortable four-bedroom loft design home for
your expanding family, then we can build it for
you, says Brett.
CONTACT DETAILS
JARRAH MODULAR KIT BUILDINGS
PO Box 2 Bringelly 2556
Phone: (02) 4774 9699
Website: www.jarrahbuilding.com.au
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Would you build
with wood?
Appalachian Log Homes proves that traditional
handcrafted materials and methods make for beautiful
and practical homes
A cosy log cabin and the picturesque area of
Jindabyne seem to go together like a roaring
replace and a bottle of good wine. This is why
Leon and Juliet decided on Appalachian Log
Homes to help them build their charming home.
The use of high-quality timbers such as
Australian white cypress throughout give the
home a warm, inviting feel. Vaulted cathedral
ceilings, a handcrafted feature support post,
prow design windows and an open plan give this
home a feeling of airy spaciousness. The loft is a
snug nook overlooking the main living area, with
spectacular views to the balcony, Lake Jindabyne
and the mountains beyond. All bedrooms are
generous in size and include built-in robes. The
upper-level bedrooms have large triangular gable
windows and the master bedroom opens out
to a wonderful verandah, ideal for enjoying a
morning coffee.
Leon says he and his late wife Juliet developed
a passion for log homes when they were in
Canada. When planning a second home, they did
their research and ended up with Appalachian
because they could tailor the companys quality
product to suit the area they had. Their home took
just under 12 months to build.
Wood is a labour of love: it does require
maintenance but, if you are prepared to put in the
work, it provides a very aesthetic product. It has
good thermal properties and feels like a home
rather than a house, says Leon.
There were some building challenges to
overcome a restricted building envelope, which
was affected by a large easement, meant the
lower deck had to be redesigned to maximise
deck space and the upper deck had to be taken
into account.
Juliet and Leon had some specic requirements,
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TODD CHALET IV
Price: The lock-up package is $140,000.
Size: Total living area, 168.8m
2
, deck area, 60m
2
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Accommodation: Three bedrooms with built-ins,
combined living and dining room, bathroom and
ensuite, laundry, loft, generous kitchen.
Special features: Australian white cypress is
used throughout, except for internal larger beams
and rafters.
Optional extras: A x-out timber package,
which includes various trims to help complete
the internal nishing.
including an oversized laundry to make room
for their skis and an extra front porch to
welcome guests. As Juliet was a fabulous
cook, her kitchen design was made with an
expert eye. She specified that the kitchen
opened to the living area so she could
interact with her guests but requested a
dwarf wall to hide cooking mess. This was
achieved by building a breakfast bar and
using matching cypress lining to the outside
of this wall.
This house is based on the Appalachian
Log Homes Todd Chalet IV design, with many
tweaks to suit the clients. Appalachian Log
Homes offers a range of solid timber frames,
post and beam frames, handcrafted logs
or half log engineered panel systems, all
constructed from the Australian indigenous
termite-resistant timber. This humble, heavy
timber has many benets and can be used
in bushre prone areas. It is also an
environmentally friendly option; using solid
timber instead of conventional building
materials can result in an 88 per cent
reduction in greenhouse gas emissions.
CONTACT DETAILS
APPALACHIAN LOG HOMES
20 Pullman Place, Emu Plains NSW 2750
Phone: (02) 4735 7044
Website: www.appalachianloghomes.com.au
KIT, MANUFACTURED & TRANSPORTABLE HOMES | APPALACHIAN LOG HOMES
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KIT, MANUFACTURED AND TRASNPORTABLE HOMES | MANOR TOWN & COUNTRY HOMES
Designed by Manor Town & Country Homes, this
residence was specically created to make the
best use of space.
The Mitchell 6 boasts four big bedrooms
and study, a large ensuite, and an impressive
built-in dressing room in the main bedroom. A
welcoming entry leads into the spacious living
area with an adjoining meals area and a feature-
packed, open-plan kitchen. With its 2.7-metre-
high ceilings throughout and 190mm-wide
polished oak ooring in the kitchen, family area
and hallways, this is a home of class, distinction
and character.
The huge bifold doors lead to a practical
outdoor entertaining area that can be used for
family and friends alike. The large wrap-around
verandah with classic double French doors also
promotes a distinctive Australian country feel.
Having ceilings of 2.7 metres-high throughout
this home ensures a spacious atmosphere.
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KIT, MANUFACTURED AND TRASNPORTABLE HOMES | MANOR TOWN & COUNTRY HOMES
Homes offers many optional extras for its
clients, including:
N 27 roof pitch with hip ends
N 2.7 metre-high level ceilings throughout
N 190 millimetre polished oak timber oors
N Large four-panel bifold doors opening to
outdoor entertainment area
N Classic double French doors to verandah
N Downlights
N Premium kitchen upgrades
Manor Town & Country Homes has more
than 60 standard oorplans and options.
However, if none of the available designs suits
the requirements specied by a client, the
professional design team are on hand to
custom-design a home to achieve the clients
individual requirements. This makes personalising
the home a simple, uncomplicated experience.
COMPANY PROFILE
With more than 20 years in the building industry,
the team at Manor Town & Country Homes have
developed a solid reputation for constructing
consistently ne homes while offering
exceptional service. Specialising in homes for
acreages, properties and town sites, the company
successfully designs and builds low-maintenance
yet stylishly modern homes to suit their clients
lifestyles. The company operates according to
the principle of Innovation, Experience and
Efciency. This ensures each client benets
by receiving a home that is above and beyond
The perfect country
complement
Carefully constructed
and beautifully
planned, this easy-
living home is perfect
for a country lifestyle
CONTACT DETAILS
MANOR TOWN & COUNTRY HOMES
Display Home/Sales Ofce:
Corner Station Street and New England Highway,
Branxton NSW 2335
Phone: 1800 55 18 18
Fax: (02) 4938 3511
Website: www.manor.net.au
THE MITCHELL 6
Price: From $214,550 for Mitchell 6
standard package.
Price of the home as displayed: $343,280
Size: The home with the verandah and outdoor area
is 24.6 x 13.5m (255.7m).
Accommodation: Four large bedrooms with ensuite
to master bedroom, study and large open plan
living areas.
the usual factory-built home, conquering
most limitations, exceeding expectations and
guaranteeing satisfaction. The friendly staff at
Manor Town & Country Homes are experts when
it comes to designing the home, helping to
choose the site on which to build and constructing
the house efciently.
To experience the ambience of the featured
home yourself and to speak with Manors expert
team, visit the display home at Branxton, Monday
to Friday, 9am-4.30pm.
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Modelled on a Valley Kit Homes Beechmont
design, this home perches like a tree house on a
slim block in the middle of wildly natural terrain.
The one-bedroom house was provided in kit
form. The owners chose to perform most of
the work themselves, only contracting out
trade work such as plumbing, and the savings
were signicant.
All materials were supplied by Valley Kit Homes
to lock-up stage. A gable roof portico shelters
the front verandah. Wide steps at the side lead
up to the timber double-front door, inset with
slender, slumped glass panels. This glass has also
been used effectively in a shell pattern on the
shower screen and in a black, sparkled splashback
in the kitchen.
Starlight black quartz coats the island bench,
shaped angular to allow for breakfast seating.
Glass-fronted cabinets are placed either side
of the cooktop in this compact kitchen, which
features stainless-steel appliances, a java
redwood veneer nish and appliance cupboards.
The adjoining laundry is accessed through a
timber-framed, see-through door.
The owners plan to add two more bedrooms
in a second storey. A wood re sits at the
centre of the home to provide warmth on cold
mountain nights.
Verandahs wrap around to take advantage of
coastal views and can be stepped onto from all
rooms except the bathroom. The merbau decking
looks natural with its oil nish. Hardwood timber
railings, 120mm high, are topped with black steel.
Deck balustrading and the outside stairs add to
the appeal of this home.
Wide olive-green tiles blend superbly with
the green-and-gold-granite vanity top in the
bathroom and kitchen. A bevelled-edge mirror,
shelving compartment for towels and chocolate-
brown walls add visual appeal in the bathroom.
Forest fantasy
Dense rainforest surroundings and spectacular views
put this home at Springbrook, on Queenslands Gold
Coast, in a class of its own
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KIT, MANUFACTURED & TRANSPORTABLE HOMES | VALLEY KIT HOMES
Valley Kit Homes offers a choice of more
than 40 original designs in a range of sizes and
oorplans. Newly introduced are three
ultra-modern curved-roof designs. Using
recognised and guaranteed brands for all
materials, easy-to-follow construction manuals,
layout plans and expert back-up service, Valley
Kit Homes has made building a home easy,
enjoyable and economical.
Valley Kit Homes fosters high-quality, low-
cost production due to construction taking place
in-house rather than with the use of outside
contractors. A wide range of external cladding
caters to individual tastes.
All frames are delivered pre-assembled,
ready to stand and are clearly marked to
show their positions in the building, ensuring
easy construction. Kits are also designed and
engineered to provide the structural strength to
withstand a minimum of N3 (50 metres/second-
wind velocity). All components used are Australian-
made and covered by Australian warranties.
CONTACT DETAILS
VALLEY KIT HOMES
18 Hawker Street, Currumbin Qld 4223
Phone: (07) 5534 5182
Freecall: 1300 559 282
Website: www.valleykithomes.com.au
Set on a sloping site in the rainforest, this home
feels like a dream tree house come to life.
BEECHMONT (MODIFIED BY OWNER)
Accommodation: Lounge/dining room, kitchen,
laundry, porch and wraparound verandah,
one bedroom, bathroom.
Construction: Hardies Primeline cladding with a
colonial-look black Colorbond roof, cypress pine ooring,
steel stumps.
Special features: Verandahs with oiled merbau
decking boast fantastic coastal and forest views, the
home is 4.5 metres off the ground at its highest spot,
with a water tank underneath the house.
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SPECIAL PRODUCTS | SPANTEC
Spantec Systems has taken its steel oor framing system to a new level of user-
friendliness with its new Smart Bearers, which come with brackets already mounted
Smart steel floor framing
For 20 years, Spantec Systems has been
designing steel ooring systems for builders
and owner-builders, with a view to making
things on-site as simple as possible. The target
is to reduce site work and the time required to
understand the system.
Spantec takes your architectural plans and
uses them to design the most efcient and
economical ooring system. The system is
delivered to the site as a complete package,
with cut-to-length bearers, joists, brackets and
screws, as well as detailed plans showing how
the oor goes together. All bearers and joists
are marked to match the plans.
The simplicity of the system has made it
possible for owner-builders to save on costs by
putting it together themselves. If they use
a builder, they still save because of the speed
of installation.
The latest development by Spantec is
the Smart Bearer, which takes advantage of
computer-aided design and manufacture to
mount the joist brackets on the bearers in the
factory, thus eliminating several functions that
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would otherwise have to be done on-site.
The new technology uses information from
the CAD drawings to mark the bearers with
locations and joist numbers (matching the
working drawings) and to punch the bracket
holes all done automatically during the
manufacturing process.
The nal step is to attach the joist brackets
to the bearers in the factory, allowing the
Smart Bearers to be delivered to the site with
brackets already xed in the correct locations,
marked with the code of the appropriate joists.
Now the oor system really is a kit that can be
assembled on-site quickly and easily, without
leaving workers waiting around while the
bearers are measured and marked up. The only
tool required is a cordless screw gun. If youve
played with Lego and Meccano, youre ready for
Spantec steel ooring.
Because the beams are made from high-
tensile steel, Spantec oor frames are very light
and safe to handle on-site. In some applications,
the oor can be completed in a day without the
need for a tradesperson.
Spantec beams are manufactured from
two sheets of zinc-coated high-tensile steel,
roll-formed and locked together by a patented
process. The result is a beam that is 40-60 per
cent lighter than timber, with the strength and
durability of steel.
STRAIGHTER, STRONGER,
SIMPLER FLOORS
Steel oor beams are an ideal alternative to
timber. Steel beams wont shrink, twist or rot,
so there are no problems with squeaky oors,
cracked cornices or doors and windows that stick.
They are also termite-proof and re-resistant.
The beams have similar dimensions to
standard timber beams and are produced to
controlled tolerances. They are manufactured
to exact lengths but can be easily cut on-site if
necessary, using simple tools such as a drop saw
or circular saw with a friction blade.
The wide range of brackets and accessories
makes it an easy substitute for timber in most
applications. And, in the majority of applications,
Spantec beams require less depth than timber to
reach the same span.
Spantec beams come in a range of beam
sizes and gauges from 100mm 50mm to
250mm 50mm, ensuring that an economical
beam selection can be found for every project.
Whatever ooring option you choose, it will sit
uniformly at on the joists. Spantec takes pride in
its oors and always designs them to be stiff and
without any bounce.
IDEAL SOLUTION FOR OWNER-BUILDERS
The lightweight quality of the Spantec beams,
combined with effortless assembly, makes them
particularly suitable for owner-builders. They also
provide an ideal oor framing solution for kit homes.
On difcult sites, the long spans available
can reduce the number of piers required by up
to 50 per cent.
Spantec manufactures and stocks a wide range
of brackets, plus the screws and nails needed to
complete the job. All oor frame requirements
can be ordered at the same time. Spantec also
supplies an adjustable steel pier system called
Ezi-Pier that again makes the installation process
easier and quicker (no need to wait for a bricklayer
to put up piers).
Spantec Systems oors can easily be xed to
Ideal Foundations screw piers.
PERFECT FOR SLOPING SITES
On sloping sites, Spantec oor framing eliminates
the need for cutting, lling and compaction. And
theres no need to repair the site with expensive
landscaping after the completion of building,
often an overlooked cost in the building process.
Spantec Systems takes ownership of every
project. The company is committed to ensuring
the job is done properly, can design the most
appropriate system for your home and provide
an accurate quote. Experienced designers and
estimators also provide design advice and solutions
to external consultants, builders and owner-builders.
PEACE OF MIND
Steel is long-lasting, non-ammable and is the
most recycled product in the world. If you are
building in a bushre zone, Spantec can help with
the design, including BAL 4 regulations.
The companys extensive design knowledge
has been developed from re tests that were
conducted by the CSIRO in conjunction with the
National Association of Steel Housing (NASH).
Unlike other companies, Spantec has always
worked with owner-builders and understands their
interest in the products they buy and their need
to work through the process. The company
takes great pleasure in offering this service and
is willing and able to help customers at any stage
of their building process. Spantec shows owner-
builders all design information before installation
occurs with state-of-the-art 3D models, which
allow each client to walk through their frame on
their own computer, guaranteeing they are well
informed from conception to completion.
CONTACT DETAILS
SPANTEC SYSTEMS PTY LTD
17 Drapers Road, Braemar
(Mittagong) NSW 2575
Phone: (02) 4860 1000
Fax: (02) 4872 1616
Website: www.spantec.com.au
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The biggest building concern for owner builders is usually getting the platform right. That is, foundations and
floor frame. At Spantec, we have been looking after owner builders for 20 years and have developed a range
of products and services that will help take the stress out of any subfloor project.
These include; foundation design, design and supply of what is commonly regarded as the best and most easily
assembled floor system in the business and installation (many areas please call).
Our design team can deal with simple rectangles on flat land to complicated mansions on steeply sloping sites.
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NEW HOME CHECKLIST
WHAT CAN YOU AFFORD?
N Have you calculated your total budget, including legal fees,
the cost of the land, land evaluation fees, rates and taxes,
stamp duty, site works, landscaping and moving expenses?
N Do you qualify for nance and, if so, how much are you
able to borrow? Find out whether a bank, building society,
mortgage broker or an independent nancial adviser is the
best option for you. The Australian Securities and Investment
Commission consumer website, www.do.gov.au, is a great
source for people who need more information or advice
about home loans.
N Have you allowed an extra 15 per cent to cover any
unplanned additional expenses, such as price increases or
changes to your plans after the building has commenced?
N Are you eligible for any nancial assistance from the
government to build your new home, such as the First Home
Owner Grant Scheme (all states), the First Home Bonus (Vic),
benets for building in regional areas (Vic and Qld) or stamp
duty concessions or exemptions, for example under the NSW
Home Builders Bonus? To nd out whether you can take
advantage of these benets, contact the relevant government
body: Ofce of State Revenue (NSW and Qld) or the State
Revenue Ofce Victoria (see contact details on the next page).
CHOOSING THE LAND
N Does the area youve chosen to build in meet the needs of
your family? Find out about schools, transport, shops, parks,
medical services etc. If you are building in a new residential
development, nd out whether these amenities will be
available in the future.
There is so much to think about when building a new home.
Use this list to check off important items
to ensure the building process is a smooth one
The essential new home
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N Have you checked with the Land Titles Ofce in your state
to nd out if the land has any encumbrances, easements
or restrictive covenants, or whether there is likely to be any
delay in subdivision approvals that might prevent the builder
lodging plans with the local authority?
N Check with the local authority to see if there are any future
subdivisions, road changes or any special building conditions
that may apply.
N If its a strata-title block, have you checked with the local
authority to see whether or not there are any special
building requirements?
N Are you informed about the availability of gas, water,
sewerage and electricity?
N Are you fully aware of the extent of site works needed, such
as tree removal, levelling, retaining walls, removal of clay or
rocks, extra drainage etc?
N Have you considered how the natural features of your
block can be used to maximise your homes thermal
performance? For example, will the block allow for a north-
facing home to aid passive heating and cooling?
N Is your block located in a high bushre risk or ood-prone
area? If so, certain building requirements may apply.
GETTING READY TO BUILD
N Develop a simple ling system to keep track of the
building process.
N Think about what features are must-haves and whats on
your wish list. This will ensure your new home suits your
needs, desires and lifestyle.
N Visit a few display homes, kit homes and custom-designed
homes to gauge the different options and to clarify
special offers.
N Do your research before choosing a builder. Ask friends and
family for recommendations, contact industry associations
such as the Master Builders Association (MBA) or Housing
Industry Association (HIA) for a list of reputable builders or
search trade directories. Be sure to ask for at least three
quotes from different builders, see examples of their work
and try to speak with past clients.
N Check with your relevant state body to ensure your chosen
builder is properly licensed: NSW Fair Trading, the Building
Services Authority (BSA) in Queensland or the Building
Commission for those who live in Victoria (see contact
details on opposite page).
N Are you happy with the type and dimensions of the
materials used, such as the thickness of the wall slabs, type
of brick to the inside walls, roof framing, roof tiles, wall
plaster or nish? Ask an independent expert for an opinion.
N If buying a display home, have you checked that the model
you are purchasing includes all the features you expect?
Remember to check the contract and specications.
N Do you fully understand what is or is not included
in the price? Make sure you have everything in writing,
including features such as driveways, fencing, hot water
service, light ttings etc.
N If the plans were prepared to your instructions, ensure
no copyright laws have been infringed by using any part
of someone elses designs. If in doubt, check with the
Australian Copyright Council on (02) 8815 9777 or by visiting
www.copyright.org.au.
N Have you considered appointing a building lawyer to help
prevent any misunderstandings by making your contract
clear before you sign?
CHECKING YOUR PLANS
N Check all the plans and specications thoroughly make
sure you fully understand the plans and all the symbols
used. If plans are drawn up in advance of a building
contract, check with your local authority that they will be
approved without major amendments.
N If you have chosen a display home, take the plans along and
check the features, measurements of rooms and furniture
installed. Check any changes or extras are included.
N Ensure all your selected materials and design changes are
included in the drawings and/or specications. Variations
made after the contract is signed may incur a fee.
N Check that your plans comply with the Building Code of
Australias six-star energy-efciency standard.
BEFORE YOU SIGN THE CONTRACT
N Insist on using a recognised form of building contract,
such as those published by the HIA or the MBA. The BSA
also offers a range of contracts, including the Major Works
Contract for residential work thats more than $40,000,
which complies with Queenslands Domestic Building
Contracts Act 2000.
N Read, check and make sure you understand all contract
documents thoroughly. You should strongly consider seeking
legal advice from a solicitor who specialises in home-
building matters to review and help make your contract
clear before you sign on the dotted line. They will also offer
advice on any areas that require changes. Remember rights
such as implied warranties and other rights under the Home
Building Act 1989 (NSW), Domestic Building Contracts Act
2000 (Qld) and the Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995,
cannot be signed away.
N Have you received a valid certicate of home warranty
insurance from your builder?
N Has the builder conrmed that they have obtained and
reviewed the foundation data?
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N Does the contract require the release of progress payments
at various stages of construction and, if so, are the terms
satisfactory to you and your nance provider?
N Do you intend to provide any materials for your home,
such as a spa, kitchen equipment or light ttings and, if so,
have you checked whether the builders insurance covers
the loss or theft of these materials from the site or damage
after installation?
N Have you checked the dates or time periods that the xed-
contract time is scheduled to start and nish? Establish
what your rights and the builders rights are if the builder
runs over the original contract construction time.
N Have you lled in the liquidated damages clause? Is the
amount sufcient to cover your losses if the home is not
nished on time? Take into account the cost of rent, storage
and other out-of-pocket expenses.
N Ensure the contract documents are fully complete. There
should be no blank spaces and the contract should include
everything that has been discussed.
N Has your builder given you the required supporting
documents and checklists? If you are building a new home
in NSW, check that you have received a copy of NSW Fair
Tradings Consumer Building Guide and contract checklist.
Queensland-based builders are required by law to provide
their clients with a copy of the BSA-approved Contract
Information Statement and contract checklist, while Victorian
residents must complete the Consumer Affairs Victoria-
approved contract checklist. Do not sign the contract unless
you answer yes to all of the questions in the checklist.
N For more information on contracts, read our Contract
Checklist on page 120.
ONCE CONSTRUCTION STARTS
N Have you been given the name and phone number of your
contact person in the builders ofce?
N Have you organised to conrm all important agreements or
comments in writing throughout the entire building period?
N Ensure you have received a claim from the builder for a
progress payment do not make payments in advance!
Carefully check that the work is properly completed up
to the appropriate stage or secure the services of an
independent building consultant to do this for you.
N Purchase a diary to record all the day-to-day happenings,
including discussions with your builder.
N Has your builder advised you if the home has reached
practical completion? Check every aspect to ensure you are
satised and the home is habitable. You can then hand over
the nal payment. Remember that you have made a nancial
commitment to your builder to pay in accordance with the
conditions of the contract before obtaining your house keys.
MOVING IN
N Arrange connection of the telephone (you can organise
for cabling to be carried out during construction), gas
and electricity.
N Advise the water board, local council and post ofce you
have moved.
N Notify the electoral ofce, bank, your employer, Medicare,
insurance companies, schools and professional associations.
N Make a note of any minor defects and arrange to provide a
list to the builder.
Remember, the builder has a legal responsibility
to ensure the work is carried out in a proper
and professional manner. If necessary, there are
government departments and bodies in each state that
help consumers and builders resolve building disputes
and also offer advice on how to prevent building
disputes from arising. However, you should try to
resolve any problems or disputes with your builder in
the rst instance.
WANT MORE
INFORMATION ON:
HOME LOANS?
MoneySmart
1300 300 630
www.moneysmart.gov.au
GOVERNMENT BENEFITS FOR
NEW-HOME BUILDERS?
NSW Ofce of State Revenue
1300 130 624 (First-home
owner benets)
1300 139 814 (Stamp duty
enquiries)
www.osr.nsw.gov.au
Ofce of State Revenue Queensland
1300 300 734
www.osr.qld.gov.au
State Revenue Ofce Victoria
13 21 61
www.sro.vic.gov.au
FINDING A BUILDER?
Housing Industry Association
1902 973 555 (calls charged at
$2.75 per minute)
www.tradebuild.com.au
Master Builders Australia
(02) 6202 8888
www.masterbuilders.com.au
UNDERSTANDING YOUR
RIGHTS AND GENERAL ADVICE?
NSW Fair Trading
13 32 20
www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au
Queensland Building Services
Authority
1300 272 272
www.bsa.qld.gov.au
Consumer Affairs Victoria
1300 558 181
www.consumer.vic.gov.au
Building Commission (Vic only)
1300 815 127 or 1300 557 559
www.buildingcommission.com.au
A building contract is an important legal document that
forms an agreement between a builder and consumer about
domestic building work. As each state and territory in Australia
has its own building authority, building contract laws vary from
state to state.
In NSW, Queensland and Victoria, legal requirements for
these contracts are set out in the Home Building Act 1989,
the Domestic Building Contracts Act 2000 and the Domestic
Building Contracts Act 1995 respectively. Regardless of where
youre building your new home, a contract is required if the
total cost of work exceeds a certain amount. In NSW, builders
must supply their clients with a written contract if a job costs
more than $1000 (including labour and materials). This amount
is set at $3300 in Queensland and $5000 in Victoria.
By law, contracts must contain a checklist of the following
items. A caution about signing the contract must be included
if yes cannot be answered to all items on the checklist. You
should also consider seeking legal advice from a solicitor who
specialises in home building matters before you sign on the
dotted line.
N Does the builder hold a current builders licence or
registration certicate? If so, does it cover the type of work
Contracts are legally binding so its important to get them right.
Use this checklist to ensure your building contract contains all
the necessary elements
Contract checklist
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outlined in the contract? You should only deal with a builder
or tradesperson who is licensed by the NSW Ofce of Fair
Trading, Queensland Building Services Authority or Victorias
Building Commission.
N Do the name and number on the builders licence or
registration certicate match those on the contract?
Building contracts must also contain your name and
address, the signatures of both parties and the date the
contract was signed.
N Are you aware of who is to obtain any council and other
approvals of the work? Make sure you understand who is
required to obtain these approvals.
N Has the builder obtained the necessary foundation data,
such as a soil report and contour surveys?
N Does your preliminary agreement cover anything other than a
soil report? Preliminary agreements are often used to get your
agreement to a soil report, but some builders include costs for
drawing up plans and specications. Its important to obtain
advice from a building lawyer before signing such a contract.
N Is all work to be undertaken covered in the contract,
drawings or specications? Contracts must detail the full
terms of the agreement between you and your contractor
and contain a sufcient description of the work to be carried
out. All plans and specications (including xtures, ttings
and nishes) should be attached to the contract.
N The contract price should be prominently displayed. The
contract must contain a clear warning if the contract price is
unknown or if it is subject to change. An explanation of how
the contract price may be varied should also be included.
N Ensure the deposit is within the legal limit. Your deposit
should be no more than 10 per cent for work costing
$20,000 or less and ve per cent for work costing more
than $20,000.
N Does the contract require the release of progress payments
and, if so, is the payment schedule clearly outlined in the
contract? In Queensland and Victoria, you must pay a specic
amount for each completed stage of building. If your builder
has requested different payments, ensure you get legal advice
before you decide and that the alternative method complies
with requirements.
N Do you understand the procedure for variations? All
variations must be in writing and should include the
signature of both parties to the contract.
N Does the contract state when work on the home is to
start and nish or the number of days required to nish? If
there is no dened start date, the contract must state that
the builder will do everything feasible to start work on the
home as early as possible. The contract must also outline
allowances made by the builder if any delays occur.
N The contract must contain a note about the insurance
required under NSWs Home Building Act 1989, the
Queensland Building Services Authority Act 1991 or the
Building Act 1993 in Victoria, as well as the implied statutory
warranties in each state. In NSW and Victoria, builders must
provide you with a certicate of insurance before receiving
any money under the contract or before doing any work for
more than $12,000. For Queensland builders, a certicate of
insurance is required for domestic building work valued at
more than $3300.
N Are you aware of the cooling-off provisions related to
the contract? In NSW, Queensland and Victoria, building
contracts are subject to a cooling-off period of ve business
days, starting the date you receive the signed copy of
the document. The contract may be cancelled by the
homeowner during this period by way of written notice.
Different conditions apply in each state regarding cooling-off
periods contact the building authority in your state for
more information.
N Does the contract contain an approved checklist and a separate
section with denitions of words used in the document? In
NSW, you must also receive a copy of the NSW Fair Trading
Consumer Building Guide, while Queensland builders are
required to give consumers a copy of the BSA Consumer
Guide. Consumer Affairs Victoria produces a similar document,
Building and Renovating: A Guide for Consumers, which is
available from its website.
N Dont forget, if a builder or tradesperson wants you to sign a
contract that does not meet all of these requirements, you
should not sign it. The homeowner is always entitled to a
copy of the contract once it has been signed. The client must
be provided with a copy of the contract within ve business
days of it being signed.
WANT MORE INFORMATION OR
ADVICE ON BUILDING CONTRACTS?
NSW Fair Trading
13 32 20
www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au
Queensland Building Services Authority
1300 272 272
www.bsa.qld.gov.au
Consumer Affairs Victoria
1300 558 181
www.consumer.vic.gov.au
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Its an elegance and style that never wanes: the unmistakable look of an old
Queenslander with a warm timber nish, decorative colonial details and sturdy
stumps for support
In Brisbane, this type of heritage home enhances
the citys streetscapes. Century-old buildings
are lovingly restored by owners aware of their
superb aesthetic value as well as their ideal
livability in a sub-tropical climate. But buying an
old home is not the only option for seekers of
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Garth Chapmans Traditional Queenslanders
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important benets of contemporary layouts,
classic nishes and signicantly reduced ongoing
maintenance due to modern materials and
construction techniques.
The Georgina by Garth Chapman
Queenslanders would t beautifully on a small
frontage close to the city. Instead of spending a
fortune on renovating an existing house, with all
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as the block sizes in new estates diminish, the
Georgina would perfectly suit any modern
streetscape with its old-world charm and
fetching facade.
The Georgina is one of many eye-catching
designs fashioned by Garth Chapmans
Traditional Queenslanders. Angled timber stairs
at the front provide access to an L-shaped
verandah, which takes full advantage of outdoor
family living. Surian cedar-framed French doors,
double-hung windows and sliding doors blend
perfectly with heritage colours exhibiting a
modern twist, colonial balustrading, decorative
corner brackets and window hoods. A small bay
window in the master bedroom creates a visual
highlight on the facade. Lifted high on steel
stumps topped by curved timber-skirt battens,
the Georgina promotes the classic beauty of a
Queenslander home.
Inside this well-crafted abode, mixed
hardwood-timber oors team with delicately
carved breezeways, colonial arches and dado rails
to show off the preference for quality living with a
heritage feel.
Families who love large gatherings will nd
the full-length, covered rotunda at the back to
their liking. A servery window in the kitchen
makes food distribution a breeze. The corner
kitchen, with its vinyl-wrap VJ prole cabinetry,
Smartstone benchtops, walk-in pantry and island
bench, is more than adequately equipped to
service the spacious family/meals room, study
and two bedrooms upstairs.
Attractive turned-timber balustrading
introduces the steps, which lead downstairs.
Overhead is a slender xed window that throws
appealing light onto the passageway down to
two more bedrooms, a bathroom, rumpus/media
room, a laundry, plentiful storage and two-car
accommodation. Underneath the upstairs rotunda
and owing out from the rumpus room is a
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01. Large verandas make
outdoor relaxing easy.
02. Wooden oors enhance
the warm, natural
feeling of the homes.
03. The spacious Georgina
design, perfect for
family living.
GEORGINA
Price: On application.
Size: 344m
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Accommodation: Four bedrooms plus study or fth
bedroom, family/meals room, corner kitchen, two
bathrooms plus powder room, laundry, rumpus and
two-car accommodation.
Construction: Timber, James Hardie Heritage Primeline
cladding, Colorbond roof.
Construction time: Seven months.
Special features: Cedar framing on windows and
French doors, small bay window in master bedroom,
colonial styling, two levels of living, verandahs for
outdoor entertaining.
sandstone-tiled verandah, adding another venue
for alfresco living.
With the current focus on sustainable
development and energy efciency in a tropical
climate, the Queenslander-style home seems to
be an answer that doesnt require a reinvention
of the wheel. The standard features of a Garth
Chapman-inspired Queenslander include
insulation in all external walls and internal
ceilings, wide verandahs, window hoods, eaves,
breezeways above bedroom doors, light frame
construction, natural ventilation and high ceilings.
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DISPLAY HOMES
BRISBANE
THE NORMANBY
1716 Mount Cotton Road, Burbank Qld 4156
Phone: (07) 3823 4240 or 0448 744 437
Ofce phone: (07) 3264 3304
SUNSHINE COAST
RIDGES DISPLAY VILLAGE
3 Quoll Court, Peregian Springs Qld 4573
Phone: (07) 5471 3412 or 0428 596 497
TOWNSVILLE ATHERTON
CENTRAL PARK DISPLAY VILLAGE
21 Kahana Avenue, North Shore, Townsville Qld 4810
Phone: Anna Williams 0407 123 721
Open: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and
Friday 125pm, weekends 10am5pm
The Garth Chapman design team will then
individually modify the designs to minimise the
effects of the summer sun, maximise the benets
of the winter sun and take advantage of any
prevailing breezes. These attributes all ensure your
home will be cool in summer and energy efcient.
Garth Chapman Queenslanders is a multi-
award-winning group of individual authorised
builders consistently taking out many Queensland
Master Builders heritage home awards since its
formation in 1988. The company is renowned for
inspiring the faithful reproduction of traditional
Australian architectural homes with all their stylish
attributes. These magnicent homes are distinctive
in design and perfect for the Australian climate.
CONTACT DETAILS
GARTH CHAPMAN QUEENSLANDERS
Website: www.garthchapman.com.au
The Garth Chapman team makes beautiful,
enduring designs perfect for the Australian
climate and lifestyle.
Traditional Values Modern Living
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The quintessential look of a Garth Chapman Queenslander is unrivalled and unique.
We are renowned for our distinguished appeal, achieved by authenticity of architecture, superior
standard inclusions, and an attention to detail that strives to exceed our clients expectations.
The feel of your home can be as traditional, contemporary, or eclectic as you desire.
We passionately believe in creating contemporary traditional homes for future generations.
BSA Lic No: 22789 QMBA No: 00543
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QMBA Award Winner 2012
Custom
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Georgina 4
Carpentaria
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PH: (07) 5471 3412
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M: 0417 635 741
M: 0407 123 721
Mackay
PH: (07) 4998 5987
M: 0439 668 438
Lismore
PH: (02) 6629 5342
M: 0428 666 882
Brisbane Display
PH: (07) 3823 4240
Office: (07) 3264 3304
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QUEENSLAND HOMES | OWNIT HOMES
The masterful and magnicent Mirage 391 is a
home to be admired and enjoyed. Its dramatic,
playful decor will be appreciated by home buyers
seeking an extra element of creativity. Of course,
clients may express their individuality in a number
of ways to suit their tastes and budget.
The Mirage display home was recently named
as a dual winner of the 2013 Brisbane Presidents
Award and Display Home $376,000-$475,000
award at the Brisbane Master Builders Housing &
Constructions Awards.
The majestic facade of the Mirage 391 makes
for exciting street appeal. Tinted, tall windows
on both levels are placed alongside a welcoming
entry porch. Above the double garage, an encased
window protrudes to give additional visual appeal.
Stone feature tiles give a natural look to
the portico supports at the entrance. Inside,
an extra-wide hallway is a path to extraordinary
and super-comfortable living.
Black and white is the dominant colour
scheme, although bright splashes of citrus yellow
and orange on furnishings enliven the senses.
Sparkling mirrors, bright feature walls and clever
lighting stir up a party atmosphere.
The attention to detail is immense, from
coffered ceilings and decorative cornices to
exquisitely tted bathrooms. At ground level, the
two-way bathroom services the fth bedroom.
Dark Smartstone coats cupboards in the
kitchen, where top-of-the-range accoutrements
include a concealed utility cupboard, central
servery, stainless-steel Smeg appliances, a classy
coffee maker and butlers pantry. Adjacent to
the dining area is a high-tech computer zone for
avid students.
Wide sliding doors from the informal living
areas effortlessly open to reveal a wealth of
alfresco dining and recreation space.
Undoubtedly, the Mirage 391 is an
entertainment paradise that will thrill invited
guests. A second family room on the upper level
Seeing is believing
Everything about this fantastic home on Brisbanes
south side is designed to impress
Strong lines and large windows give the
Mirage 391 a visually bold appeal.
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CONTACT DETAILS
OWNIT HOMES
19331937 Logan Road,
Upper Mount Gravatt Qld 4122
Phone: (07) 3343 4244
Fax: (07) 3343 5866
Website: www.ownithomes.com.au
DISPLAY HOMES
Augustine Heights
Valentine Circuit, Augustine Heights Qld 4300
Phone: (07) 3814 2600
Mango Hill
Stodart Terrace, Mango Hill Qld 4509
Phone: (07) 3204 9645
Rochedale
Skyview Avenue, Rochedale Qld 4123
Phone: (07) 3219 7188
Yarrabilba
Wildower Street, Yarrabilba Qld 4207
Opening February 2014
is accessed by black-painted steps, complete
with concealed lighting and glass balustrading.
Parents will love the master bedroom with
its spacious ensuite, double vanities, mirrored
cabinets, oval free-standing bath, clear glass with
frameless shower screen and handy bottle shelf.
Ownit Homes has been at the forefront of
home innovation and improvement for four
decades. The dedicated team has worked
tirelessly to create many award-winning homes.
Anyone wanting the best in customer service and
ne design at an affordable price should seek
out Ownit Homes.
MIRAGE 391
Size: 391m.
Accommodation: Double storey, executive styling,
ample entertainment spaces indoors and outside,
computer nook, open-plan rumpus, meals and
family rooms, second family room upstairs, separate
living room, fth bedroom and two-way bathroom
on ground level, alfresco, chef-style kitchen, four
bedrooms upstairs (ensuite and walk-in robe in
master), entrance hall, laundry, double garage.
Construction time: About 26 weeks.
Construction: Brick veneer with optional render,
Colorbond multi-level roof.
Special features: Amazing streetscape appeal,
up-to-the-minute design, high-quality ttings and
workmanship, rear alfresco off the informal living
rooms, high ceilings, several family living spaces.
Not included in price: Light ttings, window
treatments, landscaping, extended alfresco
area, driveway.
Bright splashes of citrus yellow and orange on
furnishings enliven the senses.
Many a champagne cork has popped in these
fabulous dwellings that help put Queensland
design and workmanship on a pedestal. Three
new eye-catching home designs are now on
show at Arise at Rochedale on the fertile ground
of Brisbanes south.
The rst, the Sorrento 363, is ideally suited to a
block 15 metres wide. This extraordinary double-
storey home is set to be a bestseller, with its
striking facade and ultra-comfortable interior.
Grand columns support the sturdy portico,
making a majestic entrance statement. Above,
a charming balcony is framed with glass
balustrading to give a glimpse of the luxury
living beyond.
Ownit Homes has dressed up the facade
admirably with an attractive curtain window
reaching from ground to upper ceiling level. The
wide 1200mm 2400mm front door, with glass
security panels inset, opens to reveal a long
hallway. Sparkling white oor tiles and walls,
high ceilings and doors, abundant windows
and coffered ceilings give the lower level of the
Sorrento 363 a distinctive air of elegance.
This fantastic living environment, with top-
quality ttings and ne workmanship, exhibits
ve-star appeal.
Feature walls, exquisite tiling, accent patterned
doors in a choice of styles and artistic display
niches perfectly complement the pure white
decor. The Sorrento 363 is the pinnacle of design,
crafted to give a family all they could wish for.
Any chef would be at home in the fabulously
equipped kitchen with top-of-the-range DLonghi
appliances, clear-glass rangehood, frosted glass
on the cabinets and a drop ceiling. Wine racks
are thoughtfully built into the central servery and
cutaway walls add to the feeling of space.
This display home design can be changed to
please. For example, the walk-in pantry can be
fashioned as a butlers pantry, or the study with
its ample three-door storage can be turned into a
fth bedroom.
Generous living areas are expanded even
further with the spacious open-plan meals and
family room adjoining an inviting alfresco. Ownit
Homes classes this outdoor recreation hub as
a standard inclusion. In fact, in all its display
homes, generally what you see is what you get.
What other builders consider to be extras, Ownit
Homes will include as part of a value-added,
unbeatable home package.
The upper storey of the Sorrento 363 is as
impressive as the lower level. Flared stairs lead
up to the four bedrooms and second family
room. Cleverly placed glass panels shed light on
the extra-wide landing. The ttings and nishes
Ownit Homes has many good reasons to celebrate as it
reaches an astounding 40 years of building high-quality
homes for fastidious buyers
Superb Sorrento
The Sorrentos signature striking facade and
ultra-comfortable interior.
DISPLAY HOMES
Augustine Heights
Valentine Circuit,
Augustine Heights Qld 4300
Phone: (07) 3814 2600
Mango Hill
Stodart Terrace,
Mango Hill Qld 4509
Phone: (07) 3204 9645
Rochedale
Skyview Avenue,
Rochedale Qld 4123
Phone: (07) 3219 7188
Yarrabilba
Wildower Street,
Yarrabilba Qld 4207
are divine, including fashionable Smartstone
benchtops and designer tapware.
The master bedroom is a parents delight, with
the balcony providing a lovely space for breakfast.
Adding to the luxury, a step-up spa bath and
double vanities dress up the ensuite while the
huge walk-in robe separates his from hers.
Clients of Ownit Homes, during the companys
40th

anniversary celebrations, can take advantage
of special inclusions.
Theres no doubt the Sorrento 363 will quickly
attract attention. The design employs space, light
and supreme quality to accommodate a family
with undeniable taste. The Sorrento 363 allows
clients to stamp their own ideas and needs on
their nished home.
Ownit Homes feels immense pride in the
thousands of homes its tradespeople have built
for satised clients.
The Sorrento 363 takes the builders reputation
for excellence to a new standard and level
of sophistication.
This majestic home has a taste of ultimate
luxury that few designs can match. Breathtaking
style and unsurpassed quality are Ownit Homes
hallmarks. The company builds investments
for the future. Its designs exhibit style and
originality, which guarantee a lasting quality.
Ownit Homes has worked solidly over decades to
promote its motto: A family company catering for
your family needs.
SORRENTO 363
Size: 363m.
Accommodation: Study, multimedia room,
open-plan living, rumpus and meals room,
living room, kitchen, alfresco on lower level,
downstairs bathroom, laundry, four bedrooms
upstairs including master bedroom, walk-in robe,
ensuite, bathroom, second family room, upstairs
balcony, double garage.
Construction time: Approximately 26 weeks.
Construction: Brick veneer with optional
render, parapet wall on garage, Colorbond roof.
Special features: Designed for blocks at
least 15 metres wide, contemporary design,
high ceilings and doors downstairs, open-plan
family living at rear with alfresco, separate
multimedia room, generous use of glass and
provision of storage.
Not included in price: Extended alfresco area,
light ttings, window treatments, landscaping,
pergola and driveway.
CONTACT DETAILS
OWNIT HOMES
19331937 Logan Road,
Upper Mount Gravatt Qld 4122
Phone: (07) 3343 4244
Fax: (07) 3343 5866
Large rooms and high ceilings emphasise the
elegance and space of the modern design.
Ownit Homes creative team has lovingly crafted
homes for thousands of families, such as the
latest success, the Palazzo 321, on show between
two other stunning display homes in Brisbane.
A narrow frontage of 10 metres means the
Palazzo 321 is tailor-made for tricky, inll blocks of
land that increasingly dot the urban landscape.
The full-width balcony on the upper level can
be accessed from the master bedroom, providing
plenty of fresh air and space for relaxation. The
wide front entrance is set back at the right side of
the home with a window above it.
An abundance of ultra-comfortable living
space awaits inside. Quiet contemplation can
be considered on the charming timber-decked
patio with atrium to the right of the entrance hall.
Outdoor entertaining and recreation are
well catered for with a family-friendly alfresco
area at the rear of the double-storey Palazzo 321.
This wonderfully functional area can be
fashioned to include a barbecue, a shady arbour
or garden gazebo.
Indoors, light showers every corner of the
home through picture windows. Durable and
easily maintained slate-grey ceramic oor tiles
blend admirably with the earthy tones found
in the bathrooms and ensuite. The decor is
crisp, clean and holds sudden surprises when
decorative feature walls attract the eye.
There is ample opportunity for a quiet retreat
with a well-lit study downstairs and two appealing
study nooks on the second level.
Two slim windows ank the living room, set
apart slightly with a cutaway wall from the open-
plan family and meal rooms. Opposite is the
centrally placed kitchen, with its servery offering
plenty of shelf and easy-glide drawer space. Wide
windows above the Smartstone benchtops bring
necessary light into the food preparation area.
The fastidious nish includes white-polished
cabinets and prestigious DLonghi appliances.
Flared stairs lead up to a second family room
and four expansive bedrooms. The master bedroom
is huge, with a striped feature wall for colour
and an inviting ensuite offering double wall-hung
vanities and a spacious shower with bottle shelf.
Walk-in robes are built into all the bedrooms.
With this innovative design, Ownit Homes
has transferred the quality and professional
workmanship of its award-winning homes to a
haven of exemplary living. The Palazzo 321 offers
an enviable lifestyle, with high ceilings adding to
the impression of space.
The design of the home carries great exibility
to suit different tastes and budgets. This home is
generously sized and Ownit Homes legendary
attention to detail and quality are obvious.
Its uncluttered yet striking facade has
undoubted streetscape appeal.The Palazzo 321
has investment value that would be hard to beat.
This home is terric value for money and has
design attributes that will stand the test of time.
Ownit Homes policy of offering upmarket
extras in its standard list of inclusions extends
to a ducted vacuum system, front door intercom
and security. Every home built by Ownit Homes is
constructed to the highest standard. For more than
40 years, the company has developed a reputation
for building ne, executive-style family homes that
show intricate attention to detail combined with
superb-quality materials and nish. An owners
wishes can be tailored to t any requirement.
PALAZZO 321
Size: 321m.
Accommodation: Study nooks, living room adjacent
to meals and family rooms, alfresco, upstairs balcony,
small downstairs patio with atrium, well-equipped
kitchen, second family room upstairs, four bedrooms
(ensuite and walk-in robe in master), walk-in robes in
all bedrooms, entrance hall, laundry, double garage.
Construction time: About 26 weeks.
Construction: Brick veneer with optional render,
Colorbond multi-level roof.
Special features: Ultra-contemporary styling, alfresco
area off the informal living rooms, high ceilings,
designed for narrow blocks, balcony upstairs, several
family living spaces.
Not included in price: Light ttings, window treatments,
landscaping, extended alfresco area, driveway.
CONTACT DETAILS
OWNIT HOMES
19331937 Logan Road, Upper Mount Gravatt Qld 4122
Phone: (07) 3343 4244
Fax: (07) 3343 5866
Up-to-the-minute designs have been the hallmark
of Ownit Homes for its entire 40-year history
Designs that dazzle
The Palazzo 321 is
tailor-made for narrow
or urban blocks of land.
DISPLAY HOMES
Augustine Heights
Valentine Circuit,
Augustine Heights Qld 4300
Phone: (07) 3814 2600
Mango Hill
Stodart Terrace,
Mango Hill Qld 4509
Phone: (07) 3204 9645
Rochedale
Skyview Avenue,
Rochedale Qld 4123
Phone: (07) 3219 7188
Yarrabilba
Wildower Street,
Yarrabilba Qld 4207
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A GW Homes knockdown and rebuild allowed these
retirees to downsize without settling for second best
For many people, the traditional family home
can become a problem once children grow up and
move on, especially when that coincides
with retirement.
They begin to wonder why they need unused
bedrooms in houses that are starting to demand
extra attention and repairs as they age, often
surrounded by gardens that require their own
high levels of maintenance.
Thats certainly the situation Barbara and Bill
Foster found themselves in. They had lived in
their ve-bedroom Queenslander in Brisbanes
leafy Toowong for more than 30 years but, in
retirement, and with their three children gone,
they decided that there was more to life than
housekeeping and labour-intensive gardening.
But while they were open to the idea of
downsizing, they both agreed that they didnt
want to compromise their standards of space,
quality or comfort.
The answer was just a couple of blocks away.
A few years before, Barbara had acquired an old
weatherboard home on a narrow block of land
nearby as an investment property. They decided
to look into the possibility of demolishing the
house and building a new home there more
appropriate to their changing needs.
Narrow blocks can be daunting. The rst building
company they approached wasnt enthusiastic and
Barbara and Bill were starting to wonder about
the viability of their idea until they discovered GW
Homes. After inspecting three of GW Homes
specially designed narrow block homes and being
impressed with their layouts and practicality, they
knew they had found their answer.
Jody Armstrong of GW Homes designed for
A new start
01 AFTER
01 BEFORE
02 BEFORE
03 BEFORE
QUEENSLAND HOMES | GW HOMES
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them a superb three-bedroom home (the main
bedroom with an ensuite) that includes an entry
porch, living room, ofce, large family room
with kitchen, bathroom, separate utility room,
and a double lock-up garage underneath, with
internal access to the entry lobby.
The GW Homes specialist knockdown and
rebuild team looked after the necessary council
approvals, organised the demolition and removal
of the old house, and built exactly what Barbara
and Bill had hoped for a downsize without
compromise. They moved in at the beginning of
October 2012, and say they still wake up every
morning with a large degree of wonder that its
their house and they really do live there.
Thats the kind of response that, after nearly
half a century in the building industry, GW Homes
still values highly. The family-owned companys
commitment to personal service and absolute
quality has been demonstrated time and again by
the many satised clients who come back to have
second, third and even fourth homes built for
them by GW Homes.
CONTACT DETAILS
GW HOMES
893 Stanley Street East, Woolloongabba Qld 4102
Phone: (07) 3393 1399
Mobile: 0418 194 677
Fax: (07) 3891 0705
Website: www.gwhomes.com.au
QBSA Licence No: 694
03 AFTER
01. Barbara and Bill Foster
absolutely love their
new GW Homes
custom-designed home.
02. This home in Bulimba
was built for a couple
who had already had
an earlier home built
by GW Homes.
03. These two architect-
designed homes were
built by GW Homes
to replace a single
older dwelling.
02 AFTER
QUEENSLAND HOMES | GW HOMES
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The family-owned and -operated Colonial Building
Company specialises in Queenslanders and Colonials
Traditional service
and style
QUEENSLAND HOMES | COLONIAL BUILDING COMPANY
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Since 1994, Colonial Building Company has
successfully recreated the style and grace of
yesteryear, with the modern technology and
comforts of today. Custom-built or selected
from its large range of unique Queenslander and
Colonial-style house plans, you can easily nd
a home design that is suitable for your climate,
budget and lifestyle.
Colonial Building Companys Queenslanders
and colonial homes encapsulate an era that has
been long forgotten by modern architecture. The
company specialises in designing and building
individual homes and, most importantly they tailor
your home to your needs.
Its traditional homes are distinctive in design
and perfect for the Queensland climate. By
incorporating shady verandahs and authentic
rooines, Colonial Building Company successfully
recreates the colonial style with modern touches.
Its homes are built either elevated off the ground,
ideal for sloping blocks,or slab-on-ground style for
inner-city and large acreage sites.
If you already have a drafted plan, Colonial
Building Company can quote this for you based
upon the colonial inclusions. It builds in the major
areas of southeast Queensland, northern New
South Wales and surrounding areas, with an
extensive portfolio of designs.
Colonial Building Company demands a high
standard of nish from all its tradespeople
and suppliers, and construct to a benchmark
that many other builders would nd
formidable. Included in its services is a free
colour consultation with an experienced and
knowledgeable consultant who is conversant in
all facets of design. This allows clients to turn
their house into a home.
CLASSIC SMALL LOT DESIGNS
The company has designs suitable for small
7-10 metre frontage blocks, ideal for the
inner city. They are elevated to accommodate
for additional living underneath, with car
accommodation, or a single carport or garage to
the side. The designs incorporate all the major
features of Queenslanders such as polished
timber oors, high ceilings, cedar French doors
and double hung windows, along with many other
features that are in keeping with the traditional
Queenslander designs. Development applications
are necessary on many inner-city small lots,
and Colonial Building Company specialises in
obtaining on behalf of its clients.
CONTACT DETAILS
Head Ofce: (07) 5528 2667
Display Home: (07) 3341 0988
www.colonialbuildingcompany.com.au
Amyron Homes is a residential Home and Renovation
builder servicing Brisbane, Ipswich and the South
East Queensland Region. Amyron Homes offers a
diverse range of standard design homes as well as
working closely with clients to design and construct
their own unique home. We understand your need for
personalised attention, quality and affordability. Our
innovative designers can offer a wide range of designs
to suit your individual needs and budgets and provide
a home where people can live and relax. We take pride
in the personal attention that we can offer our clients,
so that your home is designed and built to a standard
that you are proud of and will make you the envy of the
street. Whether you live on the Gold Coast or Sunshine
Coast, Brisbane through to Ipswich, Amyron Homes
can service your building requirements.
a Shop 4/3360 Pacic Highway, Springwood QLD 4127 I PO Box 3040 Norman Park QLD 4170 p 07 3290 0773
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Custom home design & construction Specialising in small lots & sloping blocks
Fresh, innovative designs + 28 years experience = A dream home tailored to your lifestyle
Quality & integrity you can trust
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BLUE WAT E R
TRINITY BEACH - CAIRNS
Land from $161,000
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House & Land from $385,000
Build your fresh, new life in a dream location at a
surprisingly attainable price point. Bluewater is an
idyllic community where your family can bask in the
year round sunshine and enjoy an exclusive tropical
lifestyle. Located on Cairns northern beaches
between lush rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef,
your family will appreciate the safe environment,
proximity to amenities and inspiring natural
assets including:
- 5chools, transport, medical, dining & retail outlets
- Playgrounds, picnic & barbecue Iacilities
- Tranquil open spaces - beach and parkland
- Just 15 minutes Irom 0airns nternational Airport
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BLUE WAT E R
TRINITY BEACH - CAIRNS
Visit the Bluewater Sales Suite
68 Reed Rd, Trinity Beach Qld 4870
Phone 07 4055 6040
bluewaterliving.com.au
Limited homesites and luxury marina berths available, call or visit the
Sales Suite and secure your opportunity to live in Bluewater today.
Secure your private luxury marina berth now.
Bluewater Marina presents the ultimate lifestyle
must-have Ior entertaining, boating and shing.
As the regions only cyclone-rated marina with
deep-water access, state-of-the-art amenities, 24-
hour security and onsite management, Bluewater
Marina is a premier facility for investors and
boating enthusiasts.
Walking / Cycling Tracks Ideal Lifestyle Trinity Beach Location 108 Berth Marina
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Just 12kms from the
Brisbane CBD
Over 35 hectares
of preserved conservation areas
$5.5M Residents
Lifestyle Centre
Managed
Environment
A master planned residential community that has it all
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Youre so nice to come home to...
A $5.5 million lifestyle centre is the vibrant heart of your community
A prestigious waterscaped entry statement welcomes
you along with a boulevard of homes displayed by Australias
leading builders.
Innovative designs that provide an ambience and an
expectation of what is to come and you wont
be disappointed.
The Rochedale Estates is a cutting edge semi rural oasis
where residents will only have to step outside their door to
enjoy vast areas of tranquil parkland and lifestyle facilities that
would be the envy of any 5 star resort.
The Lifestyle Centre is the recreational and social heart of
the master planned Rochedale Estates where location meets
resort lifestyle.
The centre, which includes pools, tennis courts, gymnasium
and even a theatrette, is for the exclusive use of residents,
their families and guests.
Plan birthdays in the club lounge, attend a special theatre
viewing, or a game of tennis with neighbours followed up with
a coffee and a healthy meal at Caf Verve. At The Rochedale
Estates you are buying much more than just a block of land.
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The lifestyle centre includes:
Lap Pool. Heated, 25 metres, 4 lanes, shade and
relaxation areas around pool
Resort Pool. Beach entry, relaxation areas
Kiddies Water Play Area
2 x Tennis Courts
3 x BBQ/Gazebo Stations
Landscaped picnic areas and seating throughout
the grounds
Gymnasium.180m
2
, air conditioned state-of-the-art
equ|pment, ft ba|| area, stretoh stat|on, two p|asma
screens, shower facilities, change rooms, lockers
Club Lounge. Kitchen, plasma screen, pool table,
opens out to covered entertaining area
Theatrette. 20 seats, large screen with surround sound
Caf Verve. Open 7 days
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A third of the Estate is devoted
to managed parkland
Your new home at The Rochedale Estates will enjoy the best
of modern ||v|ng and be o|ose to nature. Beneft from be|ng
only twelve kilometres from Brisbane CBD whilst having
35 hectares of preserved conservation area, parks, bike
and walking tracks, on your doorstep.
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Oa|| |nto our |and Sa|es Offoe today
for a price list and site plan.
295 Gardner Rd, Rochedale
1800 777 630 | rochedaleestates.com.au
Supporting the biodiversity and
environmental nature
A managed environment.
Living is made easier at The Rochedale Estates with the
Community Management Scheme (only $37.00 per week)
in place to protect your investment and set a high standard
of living.
Enjoy the reoreat|ona| benefts of the ||festy|e Oentre w|thout
having to worry about maintenance of any of the amenities.
The scheme also ensures the ongoing maintenance of
common facilities including parks and footpaths.
Additionally, a patrolling security service helps residents
to enjoy privacy and safety at all times.
Environmental protection.
At The Rochedale Estates we encourage residents to
be actively involved in the ongoing conservation and
management of koalas.
In addition to the koala management plan, environmentally
sensitive designs will be employed for an integrated water
management plan to capture, use and reuse water in
innovative ways.
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The Rochedale Estates built by FKP,
Austra|ia's |eading diversied property
and investment group.
FKP is the mastermind behind some of
Australias most popular and successful
planned communities.
Peregian Springs Sunshine Coast
Saltwater Coast Point Cook Melbourne
Bella Vista Waters NSW
Luxe Woolloomooloo NSW
Their proven expertise in development,
construction, land subdivision, retirement
village ownership and management,
property investment and asset
management spans over 30 years.
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innovative new homes
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Display World at The Rochedale Estates is one of Queenslands largest
displays of residential excellence, featuring never-before-seen homes
showcasing stunning bedrooms, breathtaking bathrooms and dazzling
new kitchens from some of Australias leading builders and designers.
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Open 7 days 10am to 5pm
295 Gardner Rd, Rochedale | 1800 777 630
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Display World at The Rochedale Estates is
one of Queenslands largest displays of
residential excellence, featuring never-before-
seen homes showcasing stunning bedrooms,
breathtaking bathrooms and dazzling new
kitchens from some of Australias leading
builders and designers.
295 Gardner Rd, Rochedale | 1800 777 630
displayworld.com.au
innovative
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INDEX INDEX
index
Amyron Homes Q17
Appalachian Log Homes 104
Beechwood Homes 56, 58
Bellmarch Developments 76
Bellriver Homes IBC
Brookeld Q18
Buildcraft Constructions 44-46
Classic Constructions 20
Colonial Q14-16
Country Kit Homes 100
Elandra Homes 64
Felton Homes 28-31
FKP Lifestyle/Rochedale 12, Q19-Q30
Garth Chapman Queenslanders Q2-Q5
GJ Gardner 66
Gregory Hills 40
Gremmo Homes IFC
GW Homes Q12
H4 Living Q31
Hardware & General 6
Harkaway Homes 90-94
Homequest 68-73
Hotondo Homes 60-63
Ideal Foundations 78
Jarrah Modular Kit Buildings 102
Joman & Gazery 47
Kitome 84-89
Lifestyle Designer Homes 51
Manor Park 106
Ownit Homes Q6-Q11
Paal Kit Homes 80-83, OBC
Parkwood Modular Buildings 14, 98
Rustic Touch 54
Sekisui House 36-39
Spantec Systems 112-115
Storybook Cottages 95-97
Syntell 116
Twin Creeks Golf Resort 32
Valley Kit Homes 11, 108-110
Virtual Home Designs 9
Wincrest Homes 4
Young Homes 48-50, 52
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A selection of designs from our
Kit & Transportable Design Gallery
Built for Life in NSW, VIC & QLD
1800 813 586
www.riverbuilt.com.au
Manufacturing Facility & Display Open for Viewing Now
Cremorne 400 Glenhaven 410 Birchgrove 610
Cobbity 265 Hastings 210 Longreach 180
The Steel Frame Experts
20 years and 2000 Homes
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Full details of these and more customer comments can be
viewed at the PAAL website www.paalkithomes.com.au
or phone 1800 024 912
What our Customers Say
Paal were very obliging and sorted out
anything that needed help along the
way. We moved in 6-7 months after
starting the framing, which is good going
for such a big house.
Donna and Tom Cole
Orange NSW
Paal went along with all our changes
to the kit. They were exible and easy
to deal with. Our motto for Paal homes
is Youre Only Limited By Your
Imagination,
Cheryl and Brian Hart
Cedar Creek QLD
The value you get with Paal is above
and beyond any other builder we can
nd. The easy to read and understand
instruction manual and plans enabled
us as a couple to build our magnicent
home. We are just rapt and still walk
around in disbelief that we actually
built it.
John and Linda Guyette
Pozieres QLD
Its so rewarding to live in a house
that we built ourselves. If Mervyn and
I can do it with six kids, both of us
working fulltime, and no prior building
experience, then anybody can.
Tracey and Mervyn Trindall
Reserve Creek NSW
We looked at a number of other kit
home suppliers, but decided to go with
Paal because when we went to their
display centre, everything seemed so very
professional. There was a good vibe.
Theresa and Michael Johnstone
Kurrajong NSW
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