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sanmark1
sanmark1
3 June 2010

Why did you choose Carlisle Homes?

Why did you choose Carlisle Homes?
VIC
1, 2

We are at Lockup stage and we just picked up a worrying trend when it comes to the tradies not adhering to the sketches sent to them from HO. Our…

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sanmark1
Jun 03, 2010 5:23 pm
donuts
donuts
3 June 2010

Downlights

Downlights

hi clare, welcome to the forum and good luck on your building journey :) CH = Carlisle Homes...? Did you / can you ask your helpful selections lady?

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donuts
Jun 03, 2010 3:06 pm
donuts
huntclubber
huntclubber
21 May 2010

Carlisle in hunt club

Carlisle in hunt club
VIC

Hi all, Planning on building a house in hunt club with Carlisle homes. I've got a block of 14 m x 30 m. pretty flat land with a lilttle bit of filling at the back…

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huntclubber
May 21, 2010 5:35 pm
Deemaree
Deemaree
19 May 2010

Newbies!

Newbies!

Thanks for the warm welcome folks and the great advice, I'll try not to worry too much before there's something to worry about! On a another…

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Deemaree
May 19, 2010 9:45 pm
Deemaree
rocketleaves
rocketleaves
3 May 2010

Garage Extension or Side Access?

Garage Extension or Side Access?

Go for the garage extension & put a rollerdoor to it. With 2m width extension you can easily use it as a 3rd parking spot. I would gladly pay $7k in return to getting a…

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rocketleaves
May 03, 2010 4:46 pm
Rebecca1983
Rebecca1983
12 April 2010

How did your timeline go??

How did your timeline go??
VIC
1, 2

Our timeline has been crazy (all happened since mid January this year) -Had an initial look at land and homes we liked to get a ball park figure of cost to build what we…

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Rebecca1983
Apr 12, 2010 8:29 am
rj_louise
rj_louise
1 April 2010

Contract days

Contract days
VIC

Thanks everyone. Its 240 calendar days. I've looked back through some old threads and it doesn't sound too bad. I'm just annoyed because…

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rj_louise
Apr 01, 2010 2:18 pm
WenZi07
WenZi07
26 March 2010

Help for Newington 36

Help for Newington 36
VIC

Hi everyone, I am new to this forum. I am going to build Newington 36 with Carlisle homes. Because this is a double story house, and I would like to do the pre-wiring for…

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WenZi07
Mar 26, 2010 10:39 pm
greatgenes
greatgenes
21 February 2010

Building the Vogue 40

Building the Vogue 40

No problems with Westpac this time... Unbelievably smooth!!! Look forward to the build on Wednesday :z:

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greatgenes
Feb 21, 2010 10:07 am
mdzzj
mdzzj
3 February 2010

Nougat bricks

Nougat bricks
VIC

Hi Lots of pictures on my blog (link below) We did have a couple go green but they have since been cleaned.

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mdzzj
Feb 03, 2010 9:29 am
just Erin
just Erin
29 January 2010

Carlisle Homes - Facade List

Carlisle Homes - Facade List

Try posting your query in the Carlisle thread... heaps of…

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just Erin
Jan 29, 2010 8:14 pm
just Erin
to_do_list
to_do_list
17 January 2010

Carlisle Contract

Carlisle Contract

I'm rehashing an old post of mine, but my tips are: Think about the following objectives..... Completeness,…

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to_do_list
Jan 17, 2010 8:18 pm
to_do_list
greatgenes
greatgenes
25 November 2009

Building the Vogue 40

Building the Vogue 40

Hiya, I am disabling this account and switching to the a new username. Will keep you guys posted on how we go with our dream of building the Vogue :). Here's the new link

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greatgenes
Nov 25, 2009 9:34 am
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KnockItDown
Nov 24, 2009 1:37 pm
KnockItDown
draco76
draco76
12 November 2009

How many $s required after handover to make it complete :)

How many $s required after handover to make it complete :)
VIC

ahhhh.. still to many to think about after.. and i have not yet even started building ::hyst:: ::hyst:: ::hyst::

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draco76
Nov 12, 2009 11:24 pm
Zerosignal
Zerosignal
11 November 2009

OUR DREAM HOME (Atlantique 32- 7 Days to handover???)

OUR DREAM HOME (Atlantique 32- 7 Days to handover???)
VIC
1, 2, 3, 4

Hi BnC what bricks did you choose? Looks like Nougat from one of the pictures I can see but i'm not entirely sure.

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Zerosignal
Nov 11, 2009 9:46 pm
toen
toen
15 October 2009

Carlisle Homes - *newsflash* - building in the north again!

Carlisle Homes - *newsflash* - building in the north again!
VIC
1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Hi Matt, We are about to build a house with CH too. And Emma is our CLE as well, which Emma 2 that you were refering to? Can you give us a clue? Thanks Toen

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toen
Oct 15, 2009 1:00 pm
peekay
peekay
14 October 2009

Help!! I need ideas please :)

Help!! I need ideas please :)
VIC

Be wary though, custom designed jobs can be quite expensive. As far as I know, none of the major builders accommodate custom designs as they're generally volume builders…

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peekay
Oct 14, 2009 9:45 am
Salt&PepperMkII
Salt&PepperMkII
12 October 2009

Problem solved - Carlisle Homes/ Technika microwave

Problem solved - Carlisle Homes/ Technika microwave
VIC

Thanks for your reply coljacqld. Our benchtop doesnt get warm, not that I can remember. Were still waiting for the new microwave and trim kit to be delivered.. :roll: Cant…

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Salt&PepperMkII
Oct 12, 2009 6:11 pm
doghouse
doghouse
17 September 2009

Our Carlisle Monaco 32 - All moved in! Photos!

Our Carlisle Monaco 32 - All moved in! Photos!
VIC
1 ... 13, 14, 15

Thanks Sarah. Hoping for some lovely weather on the weekend and we shall be out there! :D Lights mostly done yesterday and loving them. Shall take photos on the weekend…

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doghouse
Sep 17, 2009 11:05 am
doghouse
amyife
amyife
16 September 2009

Regarding Carlisle home color selection

Regarding Carlisle home color selection
VIC

Yesterday I made my color selection at Sepctra...but still not very sure about the ensuite & bathroom, I appreciate any comments please: Wall paint & internal doors: Hog…

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amyife
Sep 16, 2009 11:33 am
sarahq
sarahq
6 September 2009

help:Boundary Fencing set back requirement,Alamanda,Carlisle

help:Boundary Fencing set back requirement,Alamanda,Carlisle
VIC

I wonder if it is worth talking to Carlisle about this since our siting has not yet been finalised by…

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sarahq
Sep 07, 2009 12:24 am
sarahq
Zerosignal
Zerosignal
25 August 2009

Just signed today for Atlantique 40 Mk2 with Carlisle Homes

Just signed today for Atlantique 40 Mk2 with Carlisle Homes
VIC

Welcome MDV lots of Carlisle Home builders here now :)

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Zerosignal
Aug 25, 2009 8:55 pm

Having gone through this process myself I can explain it a little. The affinity range comes with spas, upgraded front door, better kitchen appliances and a larger…

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Zerosignal
Aug 23, 2009 12:32 pm
Marclau
Marclau
21 August 2009

Needing advice about Carlisle

Needing advice about Carlisle
VIC

Thanks S & P And great advice and could'nt agree more..........In fact that is where my problem is !! We can see ourselves living in both but a double storey would be…

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Marclau
Aug 21, 2009 9:20 pm
Marclau
Salt&Pepper
Salt&Pepper
21 August 2009

CARLISLE HOME, ALAMANDA , Bradford 21

CARLISLE HOME, ALAMANDA , Bradford 21
VIC

I just hope all our builds go well seeing there will be so many of us building at the same…

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Salt&Pepper
Aug 21, 2009 7:14 pm
Salt&Pepper
Cranium
Cranium
10 July 2009

Carlisle Homes - After build support

Carlisle Homes - After build support
VIC

Thanks for the reply SnP. Yes likely different experiences for different people as always. Lets see what others say. Did you by any chance hire a private building…

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Cranium
Jul 10, 2009 10:33 am
Salt&Pepper
Salt&Pepper
3 July 2009

OurPagoda32

OurPagoda32
1, 2, 3

OHOHG, any updates please??? You must be all moved in now! :D :D

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Salt&Pepper
Jul 03, 2009 11:27 pm
Salt&Pepper
Salt&Pepper
Salt&Pepper
9 June 2009

Different Color Bricks at front of house to rest - Bad Idea?

Different Color Bricks at front of house to rest - Bad Idea?
VIC

Agree with what woodvillesouth just said, put contrasting bricks on a blade wall or something like that. Make sure you know EXACTLY what and how you want the front to be,…

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Salt&Pepper
Jun 10, 2009 12:45 am
Salt&Pepper
ny4eva
ny4eva
16 May 2009

Tender appointment with carlisle home - What should i know

Tender appointment with carlisle home - What should i know

Hi ozanil , have you signed the tender yet? We had our tender appointment with Carlisle Homes last week, and have since made some changes. Our CLE has been accomodating,…

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ny4eva
May 16, 2009 6:23 pm
Salt&Pepper
Salt&Pepper
7 May 2009

Carlisle handover process & timing - anyone know?

Carlisle handover process & timing - anyone know?

No worries doghouse. Dale, 2 weeks sounds about right. Good luck, hope it goes to schedule!! And I just noticed you two are both on 150 posts!! :D :D ::lol:: ::lol::

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Salt&Pepper
May 07, 2009 9:11 pm
Salt&Pepper
blackbird
blackbird
1 May 2009

HIA Contract with CH

HIA Contract with CH
VIC

Is your builder cheviot Homes

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blackbird
May 01, 2009 2:42 pm
slegger10
slegger10
24 April 2009

Steps before signing contract with the builder

Steps before signing contract with the builder
VIC

No wonderland not paying $30k of penalties. My original contract was $210k but i took off $30k at colour selection for the P.C. items so my final costings were $180k, but…

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slegger10
Apr 24, 2009 1:20 pm
raksha86
raksha86
15 April 2009

Atlantique Photofest! How many Atlantiques out there?

Atlantique Photofest! How many Atlantiques out there?
VIC
1, 2

Hi everyone! I am new to this site so i'll probably be asking you all how to do everything. But yes we are building Atlantique 32 ASWELL!!! :) We bought land in Cranbourne…

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raksha86
Apr 15, 2009 1:23 pm
Salt&Pepper
Salt&Pepper
7 March 2009

Building with Carlisle- A very happy story.

Building with Carlisle- A very happy story.

Jen, I think our handover date might be pushed AGAIN! Dont want to explain now.. GRRRR :evil:

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Salt&Pepper
Mar 07, 2009 11:23 pm
Salt&Pepper
Salt&Pepper
Salt&Pepper
5 March 2009

Carlisle Atlantique

Carlisle Atlantique
1, 2

Homey_123, take a look at my building thread for photos.

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Salt&Pepper
Mar 05, 2009 11:00 pm
Salt&Pepper
wonderland
wonderland
12 February 2009

Please help with render colours to front facade

Please help with render colours to front facade
VIC

That's pretty much how I feel. I've always liked two tone to front facade, I feel that it gives the facade some depth and interest. But with this particular facade, it…

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wonderland
Feb 12, 2009 11:22 pm
wonderland
shilpsam
shilpsam
3 February 2009

Dulux Full Texture vs Rendering

Dulux Full Texture vs Rendering
VIC

Hi, I came across the term "Moroka" on this site yesterday while reading some previous discussions about rendering. Was not sure whether it is a product or a…

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shilpsam
Feb 03, 2009 9:27 am
shilpsam
shilpsam
2 February 2009

Next step in journey - Carlisle Atlantique 36 MK2

Next step in journey - Carlisle Atlantique 36 MK2
VIC

Hi Bec n Craig, Thanks for the info. Its good that Craig is taking care of all electrical stuff at your place. Maybe he can give his opinion on the suggestion regarding…

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shilpsam
Feb 02, 2009 1:51 pm
cynarion
cynarion
13 January 2009

Carlisle or other: Variation after construction starts

Carlisle or other: Variation after construction starts
VIC

We had a similar situation (timing-wise) with M3tricon when we wanted to add eaves to the rear of our property only days before the slab was due to be poured. Because we'd…

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cynarion
Jan 13, 2009 9:32 am
cynarion
wakeboardandy
wakeboardandy
29 December 2008

URGENT! - Photoshop Facade Please! HELP!

URGENT! - Photoshop Facade Please! HELP!
VIC

d@n you are a champion.. the amount of photoshoping you do on this forum!!!

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wakeboardandy
Dec 29, 2008 9:29 pm
wakeboardandy
PringlesMk2
PringlesMk2
12 December 2008

Building The AtlantiqueMk2 - Carlisle Homes

Building The AtlantiqueMk2 - Carlisle Homes
VIC

Photos coming soon... Quick update - Bedhead wall, plaster hob all fixed. Split face brickwork delivered, but not yet put in.. All timber windows and doors have…

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PringlesMk2
Dec 12, 2008 6:33 pm
PringlesMk2
PringlesMk2
12 December 2008

Our Atlantique 32 in the Alamanda Estate...

Our Atlantique 32 in the Alamanda Estate...
VIC

Hey, Have you got any updates for us, Bec N Craig? I'm at Completion Stage, Atlantique 36 Mk2, CH.

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PringlesMk2
Dec 12, 2008 6:15 pm
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digitalmbs
Nov 24, 2008 2:37 pm
acm2269
acm2269
4 September 2008

Carlisle Atlantique 36 Mk2 - Our Journey As Yet

Carlisle Atlantique 36 Mk2 - Our Journey As Yet
VIC

Hi, Nice to hear you're all doing good with Carlisle. I,too, am building with Carlisle, and now in fix stage. We're having the Bordeoux! So far, its smooth! Kevin,…

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acm2269
Sep 04, 2008 1:25 pm
acm2269
Mal
Mal
30 August 2008

Building with CH in Melbourne

Building with CH in Melbourne
VIC

I think the owner of Carlisle Homes might have a little something to say about that now! He was / is not a big fan of my blog and made it…

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Mal
Aug 30, 2008 9:17 am
PIP
PIP
21 August 2008

All Past & Present CARLISLE HOMES Clients, Click Here!

All Past & Present CARLISLE HOMES Clients, Click Here!
VIC

Hi Matt, I have written a letter to 'JD', who gave it to 'G' the maintenance guy to handle. 'G' has since been out to my house & is due to come back within the next few…

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PIP
Aug 21, 2008 4:08 pm
PIP
PIP
21 July 2008

Carlisle Homes...it continues

Carlisle Homes...it continues
VIC

Hey Matt, Only 6 months! I still have a couple of maintenance jobs to be completed, one of which is quite a big job & I've just past the 12 month mark with C.H. I win.

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PIP
Jul 21, 2008 5:32 pm

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