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Key Considerations when Buying a Section   When buying a section there are some key considerations to keep in mind.  Do you have your own ‘grand design’ in mind?  Are you thinking of taking the next step and buying a section to build it on? Sections generally are one of three types; flat, hillside or […]

So, you’ve found a section, what happens now? Before you actually buy the section – the best advice I would give you at this point is find a builder who specialises in the type of build you have in mind for the type of section you have.  For example, if you desire to build an

Advantages of Choosing an Independent Builder One of the questions I get asked regularly is – ‘what are the advantages of engaging an independent builder’? In today’s building market, a large percentage of new homes are now built by group home builders (housing companies). For a lot of people this is a good option if

When first meeting a prospective client one of the first questions that is often asked is “ How much a square metre will you charge to build our new house”? The square metre (m2) rate is a popular term used by group home building companies and many other builders who have a range of standard plans

Architect or Draughtsperson : Who should you work with? Should you be looking for an Architect or Draughtsperson to help you design your dream home?  Depending on what type of house design you have in mind, each will offer you different solutions for your Plans. Throughout my building career I have built lots of houses designed

The Nuts & Bolts of the Design & Build Process Initially you will have an idea of your home taking shape and form in your mind.   It’s exciting and you really want to have that translated into real life.   What are the steps involved?  How do you begin the process? You need to

How to Design your Build Budget, not just your House In these modern times there are now so many choices available when it comes to deciding what type and size of home you are going to build that it can all seem overwhelming as to what the build will actually cost. Sometimes expectations about the

3 Key Considerations when Choosing your Builder There’s more to choosing your Builder than meets the eye.  Not only do they have to be competent and experienced at building the type of home you want, but they also need to be able to produce evidence to back up their claims and be a Licensed Building