starting a topic on above house build.?? Any one built similar? We have made a few changes so this picture is the standard design
Hi we have just started building a Barossa 255 in Ballarat. A similar style. We loved the Pemberton, but it was too big for us. What stage are you at? (Our slab went down last week.)
I found your topic post today. We are interested with the same house design, but also are making a few small changes. How are things going with the build? We are hoping to build with JG King in Wodonga. Any helpful tips you can give us? Do you mind me asking what the price has ended up being with all the mods? Thanks, Christine
Hi Christine, our build is progressing well, considering we had the Xmas break. We should have plaster and bricking starting next week. So far we are very happy, we have picked up a few minor things, but they were corrected quickly.
We are building the federation facade, which was another $17,000 ( verandah, colonial windows, higher ceiling) We also added a large alfresco, double glazed windows. We took out the powder room, and made a large walk in linen.
Our foundations cost a lot due to soil grade Add $10 K for grinder pump 4 k for water tank Led lights through out house 6 k
All up $320,000.
No driveway included.
Hope that helps.
Thanks for your update! Good info to know. I was actually replying to the OP on the Pemberton house design. I looked at the Barossa again, but the Pemberton is almost perfect floor design for us, with a couple changes. Exciting times for you! We are planning to have a large alfresco that is screened in, and also double glazed windows and extra insulation, better air con...the list goes on and on! lol! Thanks again for your reply, wouldn't mind seeing a post of the finished product! Hope you have smooth sailing!
I would never build with Fowler homes. I built with them in 2021 and till date maintenance issues are pending. All their existing trades and businesses don't work with…