Browse Forums Building A New House 1 Sep 27, 2017 8:35 pm I've decided to start my own thread on the build. After months of searching the Internet, visiting display homes, speaking to a few builders and finding a suitable block of land, we finally put down our deposit to build the Vancouver 33 with Porter Davis with the waterside facade. Our SC has been fantastic; often replying within the hour with updated plans/quotes and answers to questions or queries. She has even emailed us on her days off. Can't fault the service there. We have made a trip to World of Style and are heading back next week for another visit. This time with a babysitter to look after kids. We kind of have an idea what we want in terms of upgrades, but want to ask a few more questions. This will be our second build. We build the Lindeman 23 with M about 8 years ago. Whilst we have loved living here, we have sadly outgrown the space so thought it was time to move into something a little bigger. I remember sharing the many trials and tribulations on this forum back then and look forward to repeating the process from a much (hopefully) wiser perspective. Will upload the proposed floorplan in a tick and would welcome any advice. Cheers, R Building Vancouver 33 - My Thread https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=89689 Re: Vancouver 33 with PD - Here we go again!! 2Sep 27, 2017 9:03 pm So here's the floorplan that we have come up with. There are a couple of changes that aren't reflected in the drawings, but we think we are happy with it. Would love some feedback if you are willing to give? Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Building Vancouver 33 - My Thread https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=89689 Re: Vancouver 33 with PD - Here we go again!! 3Sep 27, 2017 9:41 pm Great plan Ryan. We are on our second build too after outgrowing our first. My only criticism of you plan is that HIS robe is bigger than HERS. Follow my build: https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=87724 Re: Vancouver 33 with PD - Here we go again!! 4Sep 28, 2017 8:17 am KatrinaH Great plan Ryan. We are on our second build too after outgrowing our first. My only criticism of you plan is that HIS robe is bigger than HERS. 😂😂😂 If my Dear wife has anything to do with it I won't get any space at all. Just read through your thread. Looks awesome! Building Vancouver 33 - My Thread https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=89689 Re: Vancouver 33 with PD - Here we go again!! 5Sep 28, 2017 9:57 pm So for reference, here is the base plan unchanged Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Below is a list of the structural changes we have made so far. This doesn't include the World of Style upgrades and changes we are planning to make. (There are a few…believe me) Waterside facade Extended grand alfresco by 4 metres Eaves to alfresco Larger windows surrounding the dining area Remove rumpus/alfresco window Change rear rumpus window to 600mm x2700mm Soundproofing to all walls of rumpus WIR to bedrooms 2,3 and 4 (remove activity room and provide larger bathroom) Remove WIR from bedroom 2 and use the space for WIL The WIL will double as a drying room as we are planning to put a central heating duct in there Cavity doors to WIRs Cavity door to BIR Cavity door to ensuite Door to rumpus room Fireplace to lounge wall Delete lounge window and provide two slimmer windows either side of fireplace Entry door from garage Enlarge galley window Two extra external water taps Cold water tap to fridge recess Cavity door between galley and pantry Widen ensuite shower by 100mm Tiled recesses in both showers Increase master bedroom window size Extend laundry bench top to cupboard Now it looks pretty much like this 😃😃😃😃 Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ ] Building Vancouver 33 - My Thread https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=89689 Re: Vancouver 33 with PD - Colour selection help needed plea 6Oct 03, 2017 7:27 pm Ok.....so.... We went to World of Style today to look at colours for the kitchen and tiles. For the kitchen we got the inspiration from the below photographs. Photo 1 Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Photo 2 Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Basically, we would like to use the island bench from the first picture (colourtech, gunmetal-ish) with the flooring and laminex cupboards in the second pic. Just wondering if that would work????? Advice please Building Vancouver 33 - My Thread https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=89689 Re: Vancouver 33 with PD - Colour Selection Help Please :) 7Oct 13, 2017 8:50 pm Contracts for land came through this week. We are off to the conveyancer tomorrow to go through them. The land itself won’t title for another few months we have been told. Building Vancouver 33 - My Thread https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=89689 Re: Vancouver 33 with PD - Colour Selection Help Please 😀 8Oct 13, 2017 8:54 pm Kenshi123 Ok.....so.... We went to World of Style today to look at colours for the kitchen and tiles. For the kitchen we got the inspiration from the below photographs. Photo 1 Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Photo 2 Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Basically, we would like to use the island bench from the first picture (colourtech, gunmetal-ish) with the flooring and laminex cupboards in the second pic. Just wondering if that would work????? Advice please What colour bench top are you going with? Are the laminate cupboards in a brown shade or more of a grey? - View my blog at www.waldorfgrangebuild.wordpress.com Re: Vancouver 33 with PD - Colour Selection Help Please :) 9Oct 13, 2017 8:56 pm Waldorf_Grange_Build Kenshi123 Ok.....so.... We went to World of Style today to look at colours for the kitchen and tiles. For the kitchen we got the inspiration from the below photographs. Photo 1 Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Photo 2 Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Basically, we would like to use the island bench from the first picture (colourtech, gunmetal-ish) with the flooring and laminex cupboards in the second pic. Just wondering if that would work????? Advice please What colour bench top are you going with? Are the laminate cupboards in a brown shade or more of a grey? - View my blog at http://www.waldorfgrangebuild.wordpress.com Prolly go with lagoon as the bench top (white) and brown cupboards. That’s what we are thinking at least. Similar colours to the pics. Building Vancouver 33 - My Thread https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=89689 Re: Vancouver 33 with PD - Colour Selection Help Please :) 10Nov 19, 2017 6:56 pm Had a phone call from PD this week. Tender appointment is booked for the 21st of December. A little over a month to go. Hopefully it all goes swimmingly. Land contracts have been signed and Initial payment made also. Building Vancouver 33 - My Thread https://forum.homeone.com.au/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=89689 Hi there, we have classic cream gutters, fascia’s, roller door and undercover carport. We are are going to paint the roof a terracotta orange colour. After some… 0 5437 I am building Enfield 201 by Mimosa Homes - York Facade Link: https://www.mimosahomes.com.au/new-homes/enfield-201/ I did my colour appointment last week. I am looking… 0 754 Thankyou so much 😀 I've decided on White on white for doors and trims, White on white 50% on ceiling and Mt buller for walls. Fingers crossed it will look OK 😀 2 7453 |