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3 December 2022

Re: Thomas Archer Nouveau 41 Glen Eira Build [2021]Building A New House

Dec 03, 2022 9:32 am

Hi guys. Sorry we've been MIA, have had lots of things come up (like having another kid!) that has made us completely forget about this thread. A quick update, and may get into more detail if I find the time: We have finished lockup stage (although we disagree), and plaster is going in as we speak....

Hi. We have just signed our HIA. It has been and frustrating road to get here. I’m sad to hear about your frustrations....

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6 June 2022

Re: Thomas Archer Hue 44 Bayside Build - 2021Building A New House

Jun 06, 2022 9:38 pm

We are similar to you. We’ve just had our style appointment and now waiting for our tender We’re looking at demo companies right now. Looking to move out late July. How long will it take for them to demo your home and add the pool?

We are similar to you. We’ve just had our style appointment and now waiting for our tender We’re looking at demo compani...

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31 May 2022

Re: Thomas Archer Hive 46 (customised) Build 2020-21Building A New House

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May 31, 2022 11:20 pm

Did my pci yesterday. Took 3hrs 😂. Few issues Darbecca had missed was picked up. Hoping for next Friday handover. Uploading photos with the floor board now visible. People have walked with their shoes and dirtied the floor. Pls excuse. https://forum.homeone.com.au/u/93050_1612236210.jpeg https://fo...

Hi. Thanks for sharing all your pics. Your house looks lovely. I'm keen to know what you think of the Jetmaster 5X. Wou...

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31 May 2022

Re: Thomas Archer Bayside BuildBuilding A New House

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May 31, 2022 11:15 pm

Long overdue updates - sorry So, you know we baulked at the Thomas Archer joinery in the living room. Just didn't love the options and the cost wasn't fabulous either, especially once I'd broken it down. So, just after Easter last year we got the fireplace done, and the joinery followed later. fire...

Hi. Love your pics! Wondering how have you found the Jetmaster 5X? We're thinking of installing one too and are keen to...

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27 May 2022

Re: Thomas Archer Hue 44 Bayside Build - 2021Building A New House

May 27, 2022 10:43 pm

Hi Kelmartain, How are you getting on with your house build?

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20 July 2021

Re: Thomas Archer Hue 42 Bayside Build - 2020/21Building A New House

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Jul 20, 2021 9:25 pm

Your pool looks amazing. Which pool company did you use? And what size is your pool? Thanks so much for sharing.

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19 May 2021

Thoughts on new house plansBuilding A New House

May 19, 2021 4:21 pm

Hi Everyone We are building a double storey home in Melbourne. The block is width is 9.5m and depth is 47m. North is on the right side of the property (same side as stairs) I have attached the floor plan. We appreciate all comments and critiques. We plan to halve the void to make the rumpus room big...

Hi Everyone We are building a double storey home in Melbourne. The block is width is 9.5m and depth is 47m. North is on ...

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11 April 2021

Thoughts on new floor planBuilding A New House

Apr 11, 2021 4:16 pm

Hi Everyone We are building a double storey home in Melbourne. The block is width is 9.5m and depth is 47m. I have attached the floor plan. We appreciate all comments and critiques. My main concern is the rumpus room upstairs (feel too small) and the configuration of the mud/laundry/WC room downstai...

Hi Everyone We are building a double storey home in Melbourne. The block is width is 9.5m and depth is 47m. I have attac...

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3 September 2020

Thomas Archer vs Hallbury HomesBuilding A New House

Sep 03, 2020 11:20 pm

Hi everyone. We are looking to build a customised house as we have a very long/narrow block. We're tossing up between Thomas Archer and Hallbury and would like to hear from anyone regarding their experiences with them - from a design, build, ease to work with, quality of work point of view. Thanks s...

Hi everyone. We are looking to build a customised house as we have a very long/narrow block. We're tossing up between Th...

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3 September 2020

Re: Hallbury HomesBuilding A New House

Sep 03, 2020 11:02 pm

Please please please do not build with Hallbury . Don’t want anyone to go through what we have Dream has become our worst nightmare and they could not care less about anyone. Sorry to hear that. Would you mind providing some further information which can assist forum members. Yes - please provide m...

Sorry to hear that. Would you mind providing some further information which can assist forum members. Yes - please prov...

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30 August 2020

Re: How do you choose a custom builder?Building A New House

Aug 30, 2020 11:50 am

Hi Trieste and Pencilhead Saw this thread and thought I'd follow up re your experience with Thomas Archer. Wondering if you had any insights to share as we are considering them for a new double story build. Thanks! Us too! No insights as such. They are a quality home builder, several of them around...

Us too No insights as such. They are a quality home builder, several of them around. What won us over in the end, was t...

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30 August 2020

Narrow house builder - Caulfield Nth VICBuilding A New House

Aug 30, 2020 11:35 am

Hi. Can anyone please recommend a a knock down rebuild builder for a long narrow block in North Caulfield Vic? Property size is 9m with x 50 metres depth. We have looked at Carter Grange but I am open to more recommendations please? Thanks so much. Would love to hear from people's experiences as I a...

Hi. Can anyone please recommend a a knock down rebuild builder for a long narrow block in North Caulfield Vic? Property ...

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