If you are across the local news you would know that Bathurst is continuing to grow at a rapid pace. While there has been much discussion on available resources such as water and access to services including public transport and schools, people are still swiftly taking up plots of land across the city. Recently released subdivisions in Kelso and Laffing Waters have been popular, while the interest in land at Eglinton has been in strong demand. When you finally get your special piece of land, there is an endless list of choices to make when building your dream home and it's important to make the right decisions from the start.
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- Quality
The quickest way create issues in your home is to do things "on the cheap" so quality is absolutely non-negotiable. Quality not only ensures the look and functionality of your home, but it also means safety for your family. Taking a more expensive option at the start may cost a little more but the savings in repairs, replacements and tradespeople over the years will more than cover the cost.
- Style
When creating your home, don't be limited to your own ideas. Have a look at some houses for sale or some local display homes as you may find some great ideas to include in your home. At the same time, don't be scared to try your own thing. It's your dream home and it should all be about you and your families tastes, style and needs. If you're intending to sell in the future, think carefully about how much of your own flair to include as buyers will see changes as costly.
- Future Proofing
Your tastes in style and use of your home will change throughout the years especially if you have children, (a rainbow wall with unicorns looks great for a 5 year old but when they turn 15, the same wall won't be admired), so make sure you future proof your home. Think about the layout, design and space needed for everyone now and what they might be in 10 or 20 years time.
- Technology
Smart homes and appliances are no longer a thing of the future, they are part of our homes now and will only to increase in use. When designing you home think about things like solar panels, smart fridges, interconnected entertainment systems and remote controlled climate control.
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- Space
This applies to inside and outside you home. Do you need a second bathroom and a study or would you prefer a big backyard with outdoor entertaining area? Is a second story a better option than spreading out on one level? This is often subject to local regulations and your builder can help you more with these negotiations. And lastly don't forget about storage, it's important for any functional home.
