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Ready to build but also confused/overwhelmed with all that comes with it? Here we’ve mapped out the 5 stages of construc...
30/08/2021

Ready to build but also confused/overwhelmed with all that comes with it? Here we’ve mapped out the 5 stages of construction. From pre-design to post- construction, swipe and save for all you need to know.

29/08/2021

Ready to build your very first home, but have no idea where to start - or how to make sure you *actually* follow through?

Discover the Tendr Build Pack
designed to get you out of dreaming and into action, so you can start planning, gain more confidence, and start to see your build come to life.

https://tendrgroup.com/tendr-build-pack/

Want to know where to start when renovating your property?Whether you are renovating your first home or your second, the...
08/08/2021

Want to know where to start when renovating your property?

Whether you are renovating your first home or your second, there is nothing like a few hot tips to help you create the most perfect family home.

To help you from start to finish, our team of experts have put together a simple guide on how to get started when renovating your dream home.

Reade the full article:
https://tendrgroup.com/renovating-your-home-from-start-to-finish

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25/07/2021

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21/01/2021

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20/12/2020

Extraordinary! Isn’t this just interior heaven? High ceilings and grand entrances.

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Are you in the planning phase of building your dream home or renovating? Do you want to ensure you don’t miss out on a c...
12/12/2020

Are you in the planning phase of building your dream home or renovating?

Do you want to ensure you don’t miss out on a crucial DESIGN step?

Then make sure you download this FREE Design Questionnaire to help you through.

The questionnaire is designed to guide you through the design process before you engage a builder or architect.

The questions are broken down into 5 main categories:
1. Site specifics
2. Project specifics
3. Interior design requirements
4. Exterior design requirements
5. Additional options ‘nice to haves’

https://tendrgroup.com/design_questionnaire/

Any issues, drop us a line at [email protected]

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09/12/2020

Would you live here?

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It’s the (often million dollar) question that we are faced with at the start of every project: Will a higher cost result...
08/12/2020

It’s the (often million dollar) question that we are faced with at the start of every project: Will a higher cost result in a higher quality finished product?

What defines quality?

There is no single definition when it comes to what might be considered quality. One man’s perfect finish may be another man’s disaster. But typically, quality can be defined as something that is of a high grade or meeting a certain level of excellence.

How do we determine quality when it comes to trades?

When we look at the quality of a completed project, there is an obvious element of skill involved, but when we dig a little deeper, we need to address what skill encompasses:

• Years of experience

• Track record and reputation

• Have they worked on similar projects?

• Do they have trade specialisation?

• Is the project within their expertise?

• Who were they trained by?

• Supervision – is it required?

• Quality checks – are another pair of eyes checking everything?

• What other project commitments have they made?

“For a tradesman to master their trade they must have worked tirelessly to perfect everything they know.”

Scope of Works
Quality is not the sole criterion that impacts costs. Another factor that will largely influence cost is the scope of the works being performed. The scope of works should be documented well and in as much detail as possible.

A short and brief scope of works may lead to cost blow outs, as the contractor may not have priced to carry out additional scope. This may result in a large number of variations to the scope of works.

Remember: less is not more when it comes to a scope of works document.

If you want to save on costs, be sure to always ask the hard questions before engaging a contractor / builder.

The key point of difference for a project home is that the design and layout of the home is complete and ready for you t...
07/12/2020

The key point of difference for a project home is that the design and layout of the home is complete and ready for you to view and select.

Project homes are mostly built by a builder at volume. The idea behind volume homes is to help drive costs down for the customer, but this trade-off for lower costs means customers have less ability to customise the design.

A custom home is a home designed and built to your requirements. The most common distinction from a project home is the higher costs because your home is customised to your wants and needs.

Design and Layout
• Project home – standardised plans with little to no room for changes without incurring additional costs. The dwelling’s plans are already prepared, there will be an additional cost to change anything, which is ultimately passed onto you.

• Custom home – fully customised plans to suit your design requirements and your budget. Architectural plans are generally created from scratch, meaning you can design the rooms and bathrooms to the size you desire, or include an extra study.

Price
• Project home – generally cheaper.
The price is mostly a fixed price based on the style of home and package you select. The price will vary between different display homes, which is ultimately dependent upon the size of the home, the quality of materials and also the finishes used.

The different packages should be clearly described and the differences highlighted, e.g. the gold package vs the platinum package. However, one of the biggest problems that homeowners face with project home builders is that they cannot accommodate design requests, unless they are a part of an existing package.

• Custom home – generally more expensive.
The price is higher due to the customised approach to the services. This starts with the design, through to the construction itself.

When you are choosing between a project home builder vs custom home builder solely on price, you need to determine what differences and “additional extras” you are getting for the money spent.

3 Ways to Save Costs on your Build1. Build CostsTake some time to consider your floor layout, as you may be able to save...
03/12/2020

3 Ways to Save Costs on your Build

1. Build Costs
Take some time to consider your floor layout, as you may be able to save significant costs on reducing the amount of rooms or areas you have. By reducing more sqm/ft of the home you will bring your costs down.

For example, if you have a guest room with its own en-suite, consider how often you have guests over and whether the main bathroom in the home would work.

2. Level of Floors
This is probably an obvious one, but the higher you go up, the more the costs will start to increase with labour, cranes and machinery to assist with the build.

If you are on a large block, consider whether going higher will actually result in additional costs for materials. It might be that a one storey build on a big block would actually be the same sqm/ft as a two storey home. This means both homes would require the same amount of materials, but the difference in costs will be the machinery and labour required to go higher.

3. Type of Structure
If you are building a two-storey home, consider the location of the frames to support the second floor. Ask your draftsperson/architect or structural engineer to ensure that the second floor is designed to sit above the main supporting frames on the first floor so additional framing is not required on the second floor.

For example, in some homes, fancy high ceilings or rooms in the centre of the home will require extra framing, which will result in additional costs.

Don't make the silly mistake of overlooking these 10 items when you are designing your kitchen.1. Size of appliances – c...
03/12/2020

Don't make the silly mistake of overlooking these 10 items when you are designing your kitchen.

1. Size of appliances – check your fridge, dishwasher, stove, oven and microwave will fit in the space you want them.

For example, most Korean brand fridges (Samsung, LG etc) are 900mm wide, which is the standard width of a recess. It is wise to increase width to 1000mm to cover all brands. Check fridge space depth, and don’t forget to allow clearance for double doors or draws on some larger fridges.

2. Water filter in fridge – if you have a water tap in your fridge, ensure you install a water pipe behind the fridge in the recess. Otherwise, install the water pipe inside a kitchen cupboard and run the pipe to the fridge.

3. Cupboard / rangehood height – check the height so you don’t hit your head when cooking.

4. Size of pot draws – make sure you have enough storage for all your pots and pans.

5. Windows near the gas cooktop – consider the proximity and whether a breeze will flow in through the window which may affect the cooking flame.

6. Location of the dishwasher – you don’t want to have to close the dishwasher to open the cupboard that clean dishes go in.

7. Kitchen bench height – this must work practically for who will be cooking the most in the kitchen.

8. Cupboards storage – consider how many cupboards you have planned for, particularly in the kitchen (there is never enough storage)

9. Kitchen power points – consider whether required on or near the kitchen island bench

10. Location of waste bin – consider built-in bins or slide-out bins and also recycling / green waste.

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