For many, the very term ‘home building’ can be stress inducing. From the confusing industry jargon to the unfamiliar construction process, the significant time/money investment and the perceived minefield of delays and budget blowouts likely to play out as it does on TV.
But building a home in the Gympie area doesn’t have to be stressful and daunting experience. If you do it right, it will be a seamless, rewarding journey at every step.
Aspect Homes Qld Gympie Builder Doug Channells has been building quality homes for more than 25 years, and has honed the home design and building process to a fine art.
Today he gives his top five tips for a stress-free new home build:
But building a home in the Gympie area doesn’t have to be stressful and daunting experience. If you do it right, it will be a seamless, rewarding journey at every step.
Aspect Homes Qld Gympie Builder Doug Channells has been building quality homes for more than 25 years, and has honed the home design and building process to a fine art.
Today he gives his top five tips for a stress-free new home build:
1. KNOW WHAT YOU WANT AND WHAT YOU NEED This may seem glaringly obvious, but Doug says many people don’t give enough thought to their current and future lifestyle needs when it comes to planning their home.
“Ask yourself is this a first home with the view it will become an investment property, or will it be your forever home that you will pass on to your children? Are you downsizing? Are you wanting to entertain more? The answer to these questions helps both you and your builder get a clear picture of the look and feel of your future home,” Doug said.
With this is mind, it’s time to turn to friends, family and the media for inspiration.
Pinterest, Instagram, magazines and websites host an endless array of design layouts, latest trends and finishes to could suit your lifestyle and needs. Online galleries are a great place to start, particularly for those essential everyday rooms such as kitchens and bathrooms.
Doug said talking to friends and family who have recently designed and built their own homes to find out what they did right and what they wish they could do differently is a cost-effective way to design your perfect home.
“This is where having a great design and build team like Aspect Homes Qld behind you is essential. We can work through a design and customise it to suit your individual needs.
“It is reassuring for homebuilders to know someone is listening and understands your motivation for building. Your builder can turn your ideas into reality, while also making suggestions to add value to your property,” Doug said.
“Ask yourself is this a first home with the view it will become an investment property, or will it be your forever home that you will pass on to your children? Are you downsizing? Are you wanting to entertain more? The answer to these questions helps both you and your builder get a clear picture of the look and feel of your future home,” Doug said.
With this is mind, it’s time to turn to friends, family and the media for inspiration.
Pinterest, Instagram, magazines and websites host an endless array of design layouts, latest trends and finishes to could suit your lifestyle and needs. Online galleries are a great place to start, particularly for those essential everyday rooms such as kitchens and bathrooms.
Doug said talking to friends and family who have recently designed and built their own homes to find out what they did right and what they wish they could do differently is a cost-effective way to design your perfect home.
“This is where having a great design and build team like Aspect Homes Qld behind you is essential. We can work through a design and customise it to suit your individual needs.
“It is reassuring for homebuilders to know someone is listening and understands your motivation for building. Your builder can turn your ideas into reality, while also making suggestions to add value to your property,” Doug said.
2. KNOW WHERE YOU WANT TO LIVE AND WHY When it comes to your neighbourhood, ask yourself what amenities are important to you now, and into the future. Being close to schools and day-care may be convenient while your children are living at home but being close to health and medical services may be more important down the track as empty nesters.
Think ahead and research what is planned for the area. A good building company will know planned developments such as new schools, shopping centres, hospitals or roads. You can also approach your local Council for similar information or ask us to do this on your behalf.
“A quality design and build company can also guide you on any building guidelines for new homes built in your area and incorporate this in their design,” Doug advised.
Think ahead and research what is planned for the area. A good building company will know planned developments such as new schools, shopping centres, hospitals or roads. You can also approach your local Council for similar information or ask us to do this on your behalf.
“A quality design and build company can also guide you on any building guidelines for new homes built in your area and incorporate this in their design,” Doug advised.
3. KNOW YOUR NUMBERSSet your budget and don’t overcapitalise. You want to own your home and not have it own you.
Thankfully many design and build packages are cost effective, delivering high-end quality homes at lower end prices, without scrimping on the luxe factor. The Allora from Aspect Homes Qld is a high-end four bed, 2 bath home that won’t break the budget at less than $240,000.
“Aspect Homes Qld also offers a range of promotions including Luxury Upgrade Package which includes stone benchtops in kitchen, bathroom and ensuite vanities, or our Entertainer and Alfresco Package which gives you tiles, turf and timber fencing on selected home designs,” Doug said.
With the outdoor street appeal sorted, it’s time to think about the indoor aesthetics such as colour palettes, finishes, fixtures and floor coverings. If you find yourself overwhelmed by choice, our in-house design consultant Fiona can talk you through the practicalities, as well as emerging design trends so that you can achieve a balance of functionality and fab.
Thankfully many design and build packages are cost effective, delivering high-end quality homes at lower end prices, without scrimping on the luxe factor. The Allora from Aspect Homes Qld is a high-end four bed, 2 bath home that won’t break the budget at less than $240,000.
“Aspect Homes Qld also offers a range of promotions including Luxury Upgrade Package which includes stone benchtops in kitchen, bathroom and ensuite vanities, or our Entertainer and Alfresco Package which gives you tiles, turf and timber fencing on selected home designs,” Doug said.
With the outdoor street appeal sorted, it’s time to think about the indoor aesthetics such as colour palettes, finishes, fixtures and floor coverings. If you find yourself overwhelmed by choice, our in-house design consultant Fiona can talk you through the practicalities, as well as emerging design trends so that you can achieve a balance of functionality and fab.
4. BUILD A HOME AND A RELATIONSHIPA reputable home design and construction company will walk through the entire process from design to build and everything in between. With more than two decades of experience in the building industry, Doug and the team have a hands-on approach to every aspect of the building process and have built over 130 homes around the Gympie region in the past five years alone.
“You need to establish a good working relationship with your design and build team. You should be in a trusting relationship where you feel comfortable checking in with your builder at any time if you have any queries or would like to check on the progress.
“Likewise, an honest and transparent building company will keep you informed when it comes to timeline and budget tracking,” Doug said.
“You need to establish a good working relationship with your design and build team. You should be in a trusting relationship where you feel comfortable checking in with your builder at any time if you have any queries or would like to check on the progress.
“Likewise, an honest and transparent building company will keep you informed when it comes to timeline and budget tracking,” Doug said.
5. PACK AND PLAN WELL IN ADVANCEDon’t let the overwhelm of packing up your old house detract from the excitement of moving into your brand-new home.
Start the process early. Think about what items you want to have in your new home and what will work with your interior and design style.
Organise your mail redirection, utilities to be connected and disconnected in advance and be sure to have your essential documents such as passport, insurance, mortgage, financials etc. safely on hand when you move.
Use your floor plan to start positioning furniture and key items to make the removalists job a lot easier.
Many hands make light work, so why not invite your friends and family to help you unpack (it’s also a great excuse to show off your shiny new abode in a subtle, helpful way…).
Doug’s final tip for a stress-free build and happy home life is to get to know your neighbours as soon as you’re settled in.
“Invite them over for a BBQ in your new alfresco entertaining area or whip up something in your state-of-the-art kitchen to impress your guests. “A little hospitality goes a long way to help build happy homes and neighbourhoods,” he said.
Start the process early. Think about what items you want to have in your new home and what will work with your interior and design style.
Organise your mail redirection, utilities to be connected and disconnected in advance and be sure to have your essential documents such as passport, insurance, mortgage, financials etc. safely on hand when you move.
Use your floor plan to start positioning furniture and key items to make the removalists job a lot easier.
Many hands make light work, so why not invite your friends and family to help you unpack (it’s also a great excuse to show off your shiny new abode in a subtle, helpful way…).
Doug’s final tip for a stress-free build and happy home life is to get to know your neighbours as soon as you’re settled in.
“Invite them over for a BBQ in your new alfresco entertaining area or whip up something in your state-of-the-art kitchen to impress your guests. “A little hospitality goes a long way to help build happy homes and neighbourhoods,” he said.
MORE INFORMATIONFor more inspiration for designing and building your new home, visit https://www.aspecthomesqld.com.au or the Aspect Homes Qld Showroom at 23 Geordie Road, Monkland, Queensland 4570 from 8:30am weekdays.
Phone the team on (07) 5482 2232 or email admin@aspecthomesqld.com.au
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