Browse Forums Building A New House 1 Jul 02, 2019 9:15 pm Hi everybody, We got preliminary drawings done by a builder. Next is to do some modifications and review the contract. We are taking our time and not rushing. We realise there are still many things we need to confirm before we sign so I would like to get your thoughts on the plans. I'm checking the "things you forget topic" and there is a lot of stuff that I already know about that need changing like for example: - (kitchen layout to be confirmed) - cooktop to go on the fixed window size - skylight in WIR to be removed since we got the window now - cavity for future cupboards and shelving on the hallway to be reduced to 450mm depth - TV niche width to be increased to 3000mm - some doors to be changed to sliding doors (ensuite) - going with double vanities Total size is about 249sqm (including alfresco and garage), orientation is north-south (alfresco on the north), hallway is 1200mm wide. We are not sure about some things like: - location of HWS and A/C - too many doors on the hallway (thinking of getting a three way bathroom to remove WC door off the hallway - drain pipes locations - empty space behind the mbr door - laundry doors - size of the BR3 and study - window types in ensuite, WIR and in general (awning or sliding) Any comments/thoughts are welcome. Let me know if you have any questions. Thanks! Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Like ⋅ Add a comment ⋅ Pin to Ideaboard ⋅ Re: New build - drawings review 2Jul 02, 2019 9:33 pm Uploading photos to this forum is crap so I linked them below: https://ibb.co/kSGsyJS https://ibb.co/F7h2pPx https://ibb.co/BHDjfPC https://ibb.co/27HqCQz Re: New build - drawings review 3Jul 02, 2019 10:15 pm I generally like the layout, good use of space, however I don’t like how you walk into the wardrobe, in master bedroom and potentially if bedroom door is open everyone would see directly inside.i think the en-suite/WIR area needs some rejigging, it’s the only area where space is wasted. Assume a separate toilet in en-suite is a must have? I would also consider s three way bathroom, or at least a separate toilet, as it will work better with a family. Re: New build - drawings review 4Jul 04, 2019 10:07 am If feasable, you should consider widening your Garage. Park your cars side by side and see how they would fit. Good luck! Re: New build - drawings review 7Jul 07, 2019 10:38 pm Thanks everyone for your replies! Unfortunately we are limited by the width so can't do much with garage-hallway-br widths. We will be changing entrance to mbr so it doesn't come straight off the hallway, essentially we will rotate door by 90 deg and have a little hallway for mbr entry. Thanks very much! And would the landscaper/contractor generally involve the engineer or is that something the client would do? Thanks for your help 2 10534 Peter In NSW your Certifier will have a copy, and the Certifier works for you not the builder. They are your representative so just contact them and ask for a… 6 3511 It is true that a builder can ignore your independent inspection report as it is not part of the contractual arrangement but that is stupid because he cannot avoid fixing… 9 47296 |