PART 2: GIVERNY & SAM’S JOURNEY

Once the working drawings, specification and contract is finalised our clients meet with our Atelier Design Experts to choose the colours and finishes for their new home. Atelier has everything for our clients to choose from on display including our standard inclusions and upgrades, all under the one roof. During this appointment you’ll have exclusive use of Atelier so you can take your time, discuss your options and make sure you’re 100% happy with your selections! We even shout you lunch!

With every new home build there are certain stages some clients find the most exciting and some which are more challenging. This week we’re talking to Giverny & Sam about theirs.

What’s been the most exciting part about building so far?

We would definitely have to say Atelier! The design showroom. The day we went in and chose all our tiles, carpet, paint, fixtures etc. Bec, one of the designers who helped us out in the day was absolutely amazing! She knows her stuff! It was so exciting seeing our vision come together and we can’t wait to see it go into the house. Also, surprisingly once we saw the frame go up and could actually see the house layout and walk through I couldn’t stop jumping with excitement! It’s so surreal to think it’s OUR OWN HOME! 

What’s been the hardest part about building so far?

The hardest part about building so far is hoping that everything we chose at Atelier works and comes together and looks beautiful at the end. Your always waking up at 2am in the morning second guessing your decisions on the colour of your tile or did you choose the right wall paint. But at the end of the day we had to keep reminding ourselves that this is our first home, we don’t need a million dollar house and all the bells and whistles, we had a budget to stick to and the house we are getting for what our budget was is going to be definitely not your average home. We are so lucky to have not made many upgrades at all but still walk away with a stunning house that we can call ours! It is hard not to get carried away and over stretching yourself with cost’s and upgrades but in our case sticking in budget and getting what we wanted were basically the same thing!

Don’t forget to head over to Honeyeater.Place and follow Giv & Sam’s build journey, they’re also happy to answer any questions about their journey so far!

Read Part 3 of their journey here

PART 1: FOLLOW THEIR JOURNEY – GIVERNY & SAMUEL

Building a home is such an exciting time – whether it’s your first home or your forever home, but it can also be very overwhelming. Choosing a block of land, sorting finance, finding a builder you can trust, understanding what is included in your contract – the list goes on.

We decided to try and alleviate the questions and concerns most first timers have by following our First Home Builders Giverny & Samuel’s journey as they enter the property market and start building their very first home!

Since the beginning Giverny & Sam have been extremely passionate and excited about building their first home, Giverny has even created an Instagram account to document the whole build process and what’s inspiring them. You can follow their journey here: Honeyeater.Place

Contract signing day! Home owner vests for site visits
Throughout the build we’ll be asking them questions about the process, posting photos of their journey and if we’re lucky they may even let us celebrate the handover at their house (watch this space).

After their initial meeting with Roger at our Parklakes II display home, the couple felt extremely comfortable with him (he even helped them purchase their block of land) and decided to take the property leap! Roger then guided them through our 8-Step Building Process, explaining at each stage what happens and what they need to do to move forward. Lifestyle and budget plays such a big role in building a home so our New Home Consultants may ask questions outside of the standard “do you want 3 or 4 bedrooms” but this is to ensure they’re able to offer the best design for you, your family and your future.

This week we asked Giverny & Sam why they decided to build with Ausmar?

We initially heard the radio ad for Ausmar first home owners and decided to call up and have a chat and ask some questions. We got some great info and decided to get in touch with the bank to see what we might be able to borrow. Once we came up with a rough estimate we sat down with Roger who worked in one of your display homes and started on the planning. He was so easy to talk to and up front about everything, going over inclusions and pricing we soon realised maybe we can afford a beautiful house on our budget. We had previously spoken with other builders and none compared to how easy it was with Ausmar, we felt like everything felt right and could not believe the standard inclusions in the base houses. We couldn’t find that anywhere else! We had also heard some feedback from previous clients of Ausmar and it was all so positive. As soon as we saw the New Home Proposal and plans drawn up we knew then and there Ausmar were going to make us an amazing home!

Stay tuned for more updates, and don’t forget to follow their journey at Honeyeater.Place

Want to read Part 2 of their journey? Click here

HOMES4LIFE WINS STATE AWARD AT 2017 MASTER BUILDERS

We’re thrilled to announce our Homes4Life project has been awarded the State 2017 Master Builders Qld Lifestyle Housing for High Care Needs, Disabled and Seniors.

Within the Queensland construction community, Master Builders Queensland are held in the highest regard and have grown to become one of the region’s most distinguished Housing & Construction Award’s program. Housing and Construction Awards recognise the achievements of those who lead the way in the design, construction, innovation and technology of housing and commercial projects.

The fully adaptable demonstration home was the first of many designs in the Homes4Life range and has won five awards since 2016 including two state level. It features 4 bedrooms, a separate carer’s area, electric opening doors, fully wheelchair-accessible bathrooms and many more specifically tailored features.

HOMES4LIFE provides an independent, purpose-built living for those with disabilities and the Sippy Downs home has seen three residents and a carer housed and living independently for approximately twelve months.

Planning for the next Homes4Life project is already underway and it is envisaged the project will start late 2018 and be due for completion by early 2019.

To find out more about Ausmar Assist and Homes4Life, please visit contact our office on 5319 1500.

Homes4Life Project Awards

2016 HIA Sunshine Coast / Wide Bay Housing Awards – Specialised Housing

2016 HIA Qld State – Specialised Housing

2017 Australasian Housing Institute – Highly Commended Leading Housing Development Project Award

2017 Master Builders Sunshine Coast Housing & Construction Award – Lifestyle Housing for High Care Needs, Disabled and Seniors.

2017 Master Builders State Award – Lifestyle Housing for High Care Needs, Disabled and Seniors.

MEET OUR NEWEST TEAM MEMBER, DARREN LOCKYER!

We’re so excited to share we have officially signed NRL Legend Darren Lockyer as our partner and brand ambassador. To celebrate this partnership we will be launching a range of six bespoke Lockyer Collection homes in the coming weeks.

Director, Tim Hendy said the new partnership was 6 months in the making to ensure the fit for both Darren & Ausmar was just right. “Darren Lockyer embodies professionalism, trustworthiness and the true Queenslander spirit, and this will resonate well with our clients.” Mr Hendy continued.

“We wanted to ensure our brands and long term goals fit well with each other, and through several meetings with Darren and his team we really feel we’ve made the right choice and one we can be proud of in years to come.”

“Architecture and real estate have always interested me. I appreciate well designed buildings and homes,” Mr Lockyer said.

I am delighted to have partnered with Ausmar Homes. In collaborating with their team, my designs will reflect the beautiful landscapes that Queensland offers. This will be complemented by a mix of contemporary design features, while capturing the essence of Queensland’s natural environment.

Darren Lockyer with logo

Why Ausmar Homes?

One of the key reasons why I have partnered with the team at Ausmar Homes is because of their commitment. The team at Ausmar Homes are committed to engaging positively with the Queensland community and building life-long homes which reflect both the heritage and future of Queensland. I value the transparency that the business has had in providing me with insights about how they design, market, build and create sustainable homes.

Personally, I felt that it was important to partner with a reputable and recognised builder who has a firm standing in the community and industry. I am honoured to be able to help forge the new chapters of Ausmar Homes’ brand within the Queensland marketplace.

How do your brands align?

Ausmar Homes has values that I hold to account also. These include honesty, dedication and professionalism. Prior to coming on board with the Ausmar Homes team, every phone call, email and meeting that I had with the team was always professional. This gave me confidence that they were and are, the right business for me. I appreciate and respect people and businesses who conduct themselves with a strong work ethic, customer service mindset and exemplary attention to detail. Ausmar Homes ticks all of these boxes.

I have used the word commitment previously to Ausmar Homes. This commitment is on display across the entire business. Ausmar Homes should be proud of how their team, across all departments and management, typify a strong culture. From both my time on and off the field, a strong culture is a key determining factor in not only success, but how you were perceived by the general public. From my dealings with Ausmar Homes, I cannot speak highly enough of the internal culture.

Lastly, I strive to be meticulous in my preparation. This applied to both sporting and non-sporting endeavours. It has been refreshing to engage with Ausmar Homes and have a positive impact on elements within the business. My preparation and Ausmar Homes’ desire to prepare and engage me within the business, across design elements has and hopefully will continue to be thoroughly beneficial to all involved.

What attracted to you to the building industry?

When I finished year 10 I did a 12 month TAFE course for carpentry which constituted my first year of the apprenticeship. I then worked with a local builder in Roma for my second year.

I then moved to Brisbane to play at the Broncos and didn’t get a chance to finish my apprenticeship. The lure of playing footy was something that I could not resist. I love the game. That said, my time in my apprenticeship was thoroughly enjoyable. Hand on heart, I can say that if footy didn’t work out, then I would have finished my apprenticeship and strongly considered going into the industry. I liked having a concept in mind, working with raw materials and being proud of the finished product.

I will always enjoy the journey from start to finish when it comes to building. Upfront with the strategy and thinking involved with design and then seeing the end product in its built form. The analogy I like to use with footy is its very rewarding when you go out and execute a good game plan with a successful outcome.

I have also seen quite a few developments with the building industry over the past 10 years. These have ranged from the finishes used in residential builds to legislative changes across residential and commercial. I always try and keep across how the building landscape adapts to changing consumer ideas, design influences and a changing need for housing and commercial spaces.

Mr Hendy said he was delighted Darren made the decision to partner with Ausmar Group. “Darren is one of Australia’s best-known and most respected athletes and his support and passion for our business and the building industry is phenomenal.”

“My designs will incorporate light open spaces, with seamless living from inside to outside and also, create a sense of warmth that the whole family will love. The Lockyer Collection will be a home where great memories will be made.”

Darren Lockyer will be attending our display home opening on Saturday 22nd July from 5pm until 7pm, located at Stockland, Aura City of Colour.

THE HOUSE THE COAST BUILT IS GOING UNDER THE HAMMER ON FEBRUARY 14!

GET EXCITED SUNSHINE COAST! THE HOUSE THE COAST BUILT IS GOING UNDER THE HAMMER.

This amazing, luxury 4 bedroom home in Flametree pocket is impossible not to fall in love with and you’re invited to make a bid on Valentines Day Sunday the 14th of February.

 

 

Built and furnished with completely donated time, resources and goods from more than 60 local businesses, all proceeds from this amazing community fundraising project by Wishilist and Ausmar Homes will be directed to the needs of sick and needy kids on the coast. An upmarket residence with quality, style and sophistication, this open plan home is perfect for entertaining. Make a splash in the designer pool before relaxing on the private outdoor space which boasts plently of room for guests. The house the coast built is fitted with loads of extra features such as solar panels, water filtration system, outdoor shower and more and Flametree pocket is the perfect location to live and grow. A boutique land estate designed to cater to the needs of all residents in the community with lifestyle, education and recreation options on your doorstep. There are an enviable array of outdoor activities on offer including a large park situated less than 150 meters away to enjoy time with family and friends. With the Mooloolah national park close by to take a bush walk, the river to leisurely canoe down or recreational bike ways to cycle on, you have any adventure playground in your backyard.

So come on down, wear your heart on your sleeve this valentines day and make the house the coast built your forever home.

QLD’S BEST DISPLAY HOME AT PELICAN WATERS

EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT!

Ausmar Homes are proud to announce our Pelican Waters display home ‘The Manhattan’ took out the Master Builders state award for ‘Best Display Home’ in the $376,00 – $475,000 category. We are also very excited to be named as finalists in the national awards which will be judged on Friday 21st of November in Canberra.

The Manhattan display home is sleek with contemporary lines and wide-open spaces and will impress even the most discerning. The display home is located on Bond Street, Pelican Waters and we would love for you to come and check it out!
Open 10am – 5pm, 7 days a week.

For further information or appointments outside normal opening hours please call Rod Kennerson on 0410 779 325 or click here to contact Ausmar Homes.

WISHLIST HOUSE

Ausmar Homes recognises that its business has flourished on the Sunshine Coast because of the support it has received from its local suppliers, staff, and clients. The Ausmar directors have always been adamant that they give back to the community that has helped build their business.

Wishlist House is a great example of this commitment.

In 2011 Ausmar Homes agreed to come on board to support this project developed to raise funds to provide a comprehensive ophthalmology service to the Sunshine Coast District that extends from Beerwah to north of Gympie. With generous support and contributions from the Coast community, Ausmar built a home at no charge on land that was supplied at a discount from Stocklands in the Brightwater estate. The sale of this quality home far exceeded Wishlist’s expectations providing the funding to acquire the ophthalmic investigative and treatment equipment. This equipment will enable the public health service to provide a contemporary/modern eye service which will have the potential for future growth and teaching within our District.

The lucky new owners of this home were Mr. and Mrs. Bob Goodwin who had fallen in love with the home long before it was built. “We had been here when it was just a block and we just knew this was going to be where our new home would be built. We were first through during the first open home and we went through at least 40 times afterward. We loved it from the moment we saw it, and now it is ours.”

Ausmar Homes was humbled to be a part of such a rewarding project and thanks to everyone for their contributions. Wishlist House is a great example of how we can make a big difference to many people in our community living with poor vision.

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