Franky40 posted:Housing the Tribe, Gold Coast
Congrats on the settlement tribe. I have a bit busy with work/life and MIA....will keep an eye out for your new thread. Can't wait to see our design
Franky40 posted:Dream Metricon Glendale 38 (Sydney)!
Orph I am so happy for you!! Congratulations the house and the furniture selections all look amazing!! Sorry have been MIA I have been traveling for work!!
Franky40 posted:Dream Metricon Glendale 38 (Sydney)!
Haha sadly no! All up the pool has cost me close to $70-$75k with pool surround, glass fence etc. I should post some pictures soon. I want to post when…
Franky40 posted:Dream Metricon Glendale 38 (Sydney)!
Brilliant news re PCI date toes and fingers crossed for you! Lol $30k for a garden shed!! The shed looks brilliant but I would
spend that on custom gym or a…
Franky40 posted:Our Metricon Liberty 45 on the Northern Beaches, Sydney
Omg Vista that seems like a real swindle! Is he changing $2500 per meter!! This is definitely too high, a shame you don't have a written quote. However as the…
Franky40 posted:Dream Metricon Glendale 38 (Sydney)!
Hang in there......:though it's frustrating! The wait is well worth it in the end. You have a lovely home and grand plans. Can't wait to see it all done.
Franky40 posted:Dream Metricon Glendale 38 (Sydney)!
This is so frustrating! I feel for you Orph. As you recall we had to get the CM involved and had two SM's allocated to get our build completed. Our…
Franky40 posted:Home Furniture & Design Concepts
Check out King furniture they have very similar beds.
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Franky40 posted:Building Metricon Franklin 40 Sydney
Haha thanks Orph and DRT......I could use a few spare hands for landscaping in return for lodging
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Franky40 posted:Building Metricon Franklin 40 Sydney
Hi DRT,
Having built with Hebel we have no complains. The house is always cool and maintains a good temperature. We also love the rendered look so happy with our choice.
Franky40 posted:Building with Metricon
Omg M and T, the water leak is ridiculous. Not sure how it can continue to leak if it is shut off in the main.
Perhaps Sydney water can help?…
Franky40 posted:Dream Metricon Glendale 38 (Sydney)!
I prefer getting washer and dryer combined in one. You really don't use the dryer much in Sydney weather. Less machines the better
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Franky40 posted:Dream Metricon Glendale 38 (Sydney)!
If your mixer matches the other tap fittings in the bathroom you should not change it. I like option c basin.
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Franky40 posted:Metricon - Duxton 39
Wow looks brilliant Emmz such a wonderful Xmas pressie
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Franky40 posted:Landscape Inspiration & Design Concepts
Check out wholesale nurseries that sell to public
http://www.downesnursery.com.au
http://www.sydneyplantmarket.com.au
If you have an ABN registered for "landscaping" or property related works then…
Franky40 posted:Landscape Inspiration & Design Concepts
Yes we found landscaping quotes to be ridiculous and most large landscapers outsource some of the major components.
Very good turf is < $10 per sqm. Some turf companies will…
Franky40 posted:Landscape Inspiration & Design Concepts
M and T,
Most large companies that do indoor shutters will also do outdoor shutters. However don't do this till you get your full OC. Once you enclose a wall…
Franky40 posted:Landscape Inspiration & Design Concepts
Hey M and T,
Technically speaking as your job is over $25k you need to enter a written contract and a Home Owners Warranty Insurance.
Go into the NSW fair…
Franky40 posted:Metricon Laguna 40 Kingston Sydney Northern Beaches
That's disappointing, structural defects make your heart sink!! Make sure you kick up and big fuss and get this fixed!
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Franky40 posted:Metricon Henderson 42
That's a stunning looking house M and T. I concur with Orph's comment it looks massive
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Franky40 posted:Landscape Inspiration & Design Concepts
That's a very good deal. How many sqm are you landscaping? It's quite cheap make sure you lock it in and don't allow for variations. Have you spoken to their…
Franky40 posted:Dream Metricon Glendale 38 (Sydney)!
Looks great Orph. I think your tapware installers are trying to improve your efficiency in the morning. You can sit on the toilet and use the shower at the same…
Franky40 posted:Our Metricon Liberty 45 on the Northern Beaches, Sydney
Sorry to hear about the leak Vista . That's terrible.....I am glad it got attended to but it is so annoying. Try and push for the stove to be replaced…
Franky40 posted:Dream Metricon Glendale 38 (Sydney)!
Looks stunning Orph. Love the way it has all turned out. End line is near
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Franky40 posted:Metricon - Duxton 39
That's brilliant! You have been so patient and wonderful. It's all happening now
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Franky40 posted:Dream Metricon Glendale 38 (Sydney)!
Looks stunning Orph. Those penny round tiles are gorgeous! I can't wait to see those tiles cleaned. Looks like a Jan handover
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Franky40 posted:Simonds Avalon Adelaide
Wow TC looks stunning! It's so good to see a post from you. Those stepping stones are to die for
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Franky40 posted:Building Metricon Franklin 40 Sydney
Omg Orph! I'm laughing so much my tummy hurts! That's so hilarious. Thank god we have turf so it does not look that bad
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Franky40 posted:Building Metricon Franklin 40 Sydney
Hi Orph,
Thanks for checking in. We have been using the pool but the final handover is scheduled next week.
The landscape is slowly getting there.
No plants yet, might only…
