Els posted:Leak under shower - rotting architraves and other problems
Thanks Macy and everyone else for your replies. God, I hate hate hate these kind of things. I have enough things to worry about in my life and now I…
Els posted:Leak under shower - rotting architraves and other problems
Thanks guys, I will definitely ring them on Monday and see what they say. I hate nightmares like this 
I will…
Els posted:Leak under shower - rotting architraves and other problems
I need some opinions on this, what steps to take, etc...
We built with New Dimension Homes and moved in in April 2007. We were relatively happy with the build, though…
Els posted:What changes would you make if you could build another house
This was one of the very few things that we got right the first time around! The "allowance" for electrical was **** (about $4k) which generally allowed for one double…
Els posted:Riksters place - Kid's play area
Thanks for keeping us updated Rikster and Bec!!
Your laundry looks better than our bathrooms 
Simply gorgeous!
Can't wait to see the driveway,…
Els posted:Riksters place - Kid's play area
Trend Quantum XP aluminium - with Ovolo bars
Thanks for the info, I appreciate it!
Keep updating this thread with photos pleeeaase!
Els posted:Riksters place - Kid's play area
Thanks for your updates Rikster, I can't believe I missed your last few posts. Wow, your back garden looks stunning!!!!!! And your daughter's room must be one of the nicest…
Els posted:THANK YOU PERFECT GROUT! (CRAIG)
Thanks Grace for replying to my questions! I am so jealous... we built our house only 2 years ago and I wanted the off white grout, and got it, but…
Els posted:THANK YOU PERFECT GROUT! (CRAIG)
Grace, you seem very happy 
I agree, it is nice to read about great service for a change on this forum!
Could you tell…
Els posted:Freestanding cooker advice
I also tend to fall over randomly
Sorry, had to laugh at this 
Els posted:Riksters place - Kid's play area
Absolutely stunning! Thanks for posting more photos and please don't stop!
I LOVE your kitchen and staircase, and your daughter's bay window, I'm jealous!! I'm curious as to what finish…
Els posted:Are bedroom sizes important?
Our master bedroom is 4.3 x 4.7 and we think it is way too big, we regret not using that extra space somewhere else, such as the lounge or family…
Els posted:We have some action...(new pics 24 August 2008)
That is looking great!! I love the stacking doors and how they open up a whole corner of your room to the deck. I also love how close you are…
Els posted:All opinions welcome...photos of wood floors.
DH originally wanted them but changed his mind cos' my in laws like to bring ther friend over and there's this one lady that wears stiletto heels and he doesn't…
Els posted:Home library / reading room???
Also it sends such a wonderful message to children about the beauty and importance of books. Much nicer message than a home theatre in my opinion. And the library of…
Els posted:Help!! Looking for a cottage style house design - Melbourne
Forgot another one! http://www.longvuehomes.com.au/haw.htm
They have built a beautiful home in the centre of our town, might be worth checking them out!
Els
Els posted:Home library / reading room???
One wall with books, couple of nice chairs, fireplace and our wall piano.... that's what I want in our next house
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Els posted:Help!! Looking for a cottage style house design - Melbourne
Hi
We have built two years but are looking at building again in the near future to really get the house we want.. anyhow, we want to build in a similar…
Els posted:Homewares Decorating links
I was just about to post a link to potterybarn.com yesterday but didn't get around to it! What a coincidence!
It is my favourite site for inspiration on furniture etc., absolutely…
Els posted:timber flooring --- one colour throughout?
I'm no expert either, but I would never pick different colours for timber flooring in one and the same house.
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Els posted:Anyone have timber floors throughout, ie. no carpet?
Thanks myriam!
I have thought about it a lot and taking into consideration all the experiences and thoughts posted here, but in the end I feel like we should go with…
Els posted:Anyone have timber floors throughout, ie. no carpet?
Thank you for all the replies! I only just got around to checking in again, been working hard all day 
Seriously
Els posted:Anyone have timber floors throughout, ie. no carpet?
Coming from Belgium I really had to get used to the Australian way of building. Now we have just built a house in Gippsland in 2006 but we are keen…
Els posted:Riksters place - Kid's play area
Stunning! My favourite colours are the study, and both kids' bedrooms!! Your girl's bedroom looks unreal, I dreamt of having a room like that when I was younger.
Well done to…
Els posted:Riksters place - Kid's play area
Stunning!! I absolutely LOVE LOVE LOVE the white panelling on the walls, I want that in our next house! And your kitchen... dream kitchen! Can't wait to see more photos,…
Els posted:Demolishing a house - what are the regulations?
We won't knock down the house we just built, of course!! Don't be silly
Yes, after only 2 years, and we are itching to…
Els posted:Don't want my house anymore...
Yep, totally understand where you're coming from.... currently going through the same dilemma...
Sounds like a great plan, good luck with it!!
Els
Els posted:Riksters place - Kid's play area
Fantastic news, congratulations on the arrival of your new baby boy!!!
Love the photo of your…
Els posted:Demolishing a house - what are the regulations?
Thank you
We built in a semi-rural estate (1 acre) two years ago but want to build again to get the house we really wanted…
