Browse Forums Building A New House Bristol (44sq) - Porter Davis Melbourne - New Build 5Apr 13, 2017 1:12 pm Hurrow Sinbox that seems like a huge number of network points, what's the thinking there? In hindsight, yes a few more than what I actually need. I have dedicated about 10-12 for IP PoE security cameras. Each bedroom has 2, living areas, study & theatre have 6 ... Re: Bristol (44sq) - Porter Davis Melbourne - New Build 6Apr 13, 2017 1:20 pm sinbox Hurrow Sinbox that seems like a huge number of network points, what's the thinking there? In hindsight, yes a few more that what I actually need. But I have dedicated about 10-12 for IP PoE security cameras. Ok that explains it to some extent! We've got 4 or 5 which seems like a lot less than some, but a lot more than most. I'm assuming most things will be wireless in the future so there will be less need for actual network points. Building a Kew 28 with Porter Davis Re: Bristol (44sq) - Porter Davis Melbourne - New Build 7Apr 13, 2017 1:22 pm Hmmm I think we only have 1 maybe 2.. What else do you use them for? Re: Bristol (44sq) - Porter Davis Melbourne - New Build 8Apr 13, 2017 1:32 pm Hurrow sinbox Hurrow Sinbox that seems like a huge number of network points, what's the thinking there? In hindsight, yes a few more that what I actually need. But I have dedicated about 10-12 for IP PoE security cameras. Ok that explains it to some extent! We've got 4 or 5 which seems like a lot less than some, but a lot more than most. I'm assuming most things will be wireless in the future so there will be less need for actual network points. It depends on what you want to get out of your home network. I'm (luckily) in a NBN FTTP area, so wanted to get the best out of a fiber connection. Wireless is great for mobiles & tablets but not so much for streaming on TV's and home theatres. I will also be installing a IP doorbell camera like DoorBird which is more reliable over Ethernet rather than wireless. I have a couple of points dedicated for Wireless Access points on the ceilings of the ground and first floor. You could consider this as it vastly improves wireless access if you are building a double storey... There is a great thread over on the Whirlpool forums for home cabling ideas and advice, which is where I got most of my inspiration from: https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/forum-r ... ?t=2551153 Re: Bristol (44sq) - Porter Davis Melbourne - New Build 9Apr 13, 2017 2:01 pm sinbox Hurrow Ok that explains it to some extent! We've got 4 or 5 which seems like a lot less than some, but a lot more than most. I'm assuming most things will be wireless in the future so there will be less need for actual network points. It depends on what you want to get out of your home network. I'm (luckily) in a NBN FTTP area, so wanted to get the best out of a fiber connection. Wireless is great for mobiles & tablets but not so much for streaming on TV's and home theatres. I will also be installing a IP doorbell camera like DoorBird which is more reliable over Ethernet rather than wireless. I have a couple of points dedicated for Wireless Access points on the ceilings of the ground and first floor. You could consider this as it vastly improves wireless access if you are building a double storey... There is a great thread over on the Whirlpool forums for home cabling ideas and advice, which is where I got most of my inspiration from: https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/forum-r ... ?t=2551153 We've got Opticomm which I believe is FTTH. We are only building a single storey home though so hopefully don't need as many network points. There will be network/tv points anywhere that we are looking at installing TVs (or may want to down the track) as well as a data point in the study but other than that we will just be going with wireless which will hopefully do the job. Thanks for the link to the thread, unfortunately it's a little over my head! Building a Kew 28 with Porter Davis Re: Bristol (44sq) - Porter Davis Melbourne - New Build 10Apr 13, 2017 5:31 pm That's a long wait and too much stress for you sinbox! I hope you're able to get all your deposits back from previous builders and that PD has not been charging you for site start delays! One good thing is you were able to lock the $360K base price of Bristol which is now $382,900, not sure if there's any changes in inclusions and promotions with this price difference. I hope things will start to get moving for you! Building: Forsyth 35 with Porter Davis Land Titling : April 2017 Site Start: June 2017 Blog: https://forsyth35.blogspot.com.au/ Re: Bristol (44sq) - Porter Davis Melbourne - New Build 11Apr 16, 2017 11:42 am Phoenix That's a long wait and too much stress for you sinbox! I hope you're able to get all your deposits back from previous builders and that PD has not been charging you for site start delays! One good thing is you were able to lock the $360K base price of Bristol which is now $382,900, not sure if there's any changes in inclusions and promotions with this price difference. I hope things will start to get moving for you! Yes, I have seen the price of the Bristol rise from $340k since we signed the initial Sales Quote. While we were happy with the base price and inclusions, it is really the wasted money in getting to site start that is causing grief. Money which could have been so well spent for landscaping & furnishings... Re: Bristol (44sq) - Porter Davis Melbourne - New Build 12Apr 16, 2017 12:04 pm Kitchen Plans: Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Pantry & Galley: Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Overheads in Laminex Honey Elm (standard prestige range) Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Base Cabinets in Laminex Polar White Silk finish: Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Island & Benchtop Negro Tebas Stone (4 stone upgrade): Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Here is the flooring tiles for the kitchen & wet areas Alpine charcoal: Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Keen to hear your comments on the color selection. I have been toying around with the idea of replacing the base cabinetry with the Honey Elm as well. Would it stand out too much? Re: Bristol (44sq) - Porter Davis Melbourne - New Build 13Apr 17, 2017 7:13 pm The verdict is in then...we'll keep the base cabinetry in white....seperate topic here viewtopic.php?t=87428 I think it will go well with the Bosch appliances in the kitchen which we need to install post handover... Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Re: Bristol (44sq) - Porter Davis Melbourne - New Build 16Apr 30, 2017 12:56 am Hey Sinbox. just came across your thread. Sorry to hear of the whole frustrating saga. Hope things take positive turn from here. Just a question, did PD not charge for double glazing to all windows? Re: Bristol (44sq) - Porter Davis Melbourne - New Build 17Apr 30, 2017 10:00 am naziac Hey Sinbox. just came across your thread. Sorry to hear of the whole frustrating saga. Hope things take positive turn from here. Just a question, did PD not charge for double glazing to all windows? Thanks Naziac, Initially they forgot to charge me for it, but they added it in via a variation. We agreed to splitting up the cost of double glazing based on the energy report as it was added post contract. You may know this, but my suggestion is to NOT ask for double glazing during the sales phase until you see the tender document. Builders may add in double glazing to meet 6-star energy rating unless there are any structural changes off the base plan. We had made changes to the base plan... Re: Bristol (44sq) - Porter Davis Melbourne - New Build 18Apr 30, 2017 10:21 am Wow, I've just come across your thread! You're building a beautiful home, I'll be following J My Phoenix by Metricon in Melbourne viewtopic.php?f=31&t=83584&p=1570829&hilit=my+phoenix+by+metricon+in+melbourne#p1570829 Re: Bristol (44sq) - Porter Davis Melbourne - New Build 19Apr 30, 2017 10:56 am sinbox naziac Hey Sinbox. just came across your thread. Sorry to hear of the whole frustrating saga. Hope things take positive turn from here. Just a question, did PD not charge for double glazing to all windows? Thanks Naziac, Initially they forgot to charge me for it, but they added it in via a variation. We agreed to splitting up the cost of double glazing based on the energy report as it was added post contract. You may know this, but my suggestion is to NOT ask for double glazing during the sales phase until you see the tender document. Builders may add in double glazing to meet 6-star energy rating unless there are any structural changes off the base plan. We had made changes to the base plan... Yes we held of asking for it too and then found out it was required for the 6 star rating but we had to wear the cost of the double glazing which was more than $10,000. We had made changes to the base plan too. Three options 1 Ask the liquidator 2 Find another PD customer and ask the source of their report 3 Pay for new report 3 12345 I ended up going with 'Andrew Belic Construction Co.' https://www.instagram.com/andrewbelicconstruction/ 2 59684 Thank you so much everyone. This all makes a lot of sense. I guess when you talk to a builder who butters up everything to look very polished, you get to start believing… 7 17618 |