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Home Building Hub

By: Colin Bischof & Darren Brennan
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  • Home Building Hub is an independent podcast designed to provide education and value to anyone looking to build a new home with a volume home builder in Australia. Hosted by industry experts Colin Bischof & Darren Brennan, the Home Building Hub podcast features interviews and insights that will help better educate listeners about new home building so they can avoid costly mistakes when choosing their preferred home builder.

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Episodes
  • Ep. 53 | Livable Housing explained in 18 minutes

    Ep. 53 | Livable Housing explained in 18 minutes
    May 26 2024
    In this episode we briefly explain what livable housing is… and we present the core elements that will change the way home designs look in a simple format as a result of the new regulations.

    Topic timestamps
    3:06 - What is “livable housing”?
    5:15 - Wider hallways (over 1m)
    6:01 - Wider doors (870mm for example)
    8:33 - 1 x hobless shower (step free)
    9:28 - 1 x toilet with 1200mm x 900mm “circulation space”
    12:00 - Timber noggins installed within walls for future installation of grabrails
    12:46 - Step-free entrance into the home (likely to be through garage)

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    Want to reach out to Colin or Darren directly?
    Colin - 0419 220 140 - colin@hlvictoria.com.au
    Darren - 0430 087 450 - darrenbrennan@metricon.com.au
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    19 mins
  • Ep. 52 | Top 5 estate requirements to be aware of

    Ep. 52 | Top 5 estate requirements to be aware of
    May 19 2024

    If you’re buying in an estate, you can expect a few items to be added to your building quote to comply with the requirements outlined by that estate. In this episode we share (and explain) the 5 of the most common estate requirements to look out for.

    Topic timestamps
    2:00 - What are estate requirements?
    5:30 - Recycled water (third pipe) connection
    6:18 - Materials to the facade
    9:07 - Roof materials, type and pitch
    12:45 - Fencing, landscaping and driveway
    15:48 - Random items
    18:30 - Bonus one: Acoustic requirements

    Liking the show?
    Please leave us a 5 star rating on your podcast platform and share the show with others - thank you.

    Got a question, topic idea or feedback?
    Head to our website and leave your comments there > homebuildinghub.com.au

    Other places to watch or listen... and catch up on more content:
    YouTube
    Facebook
    LinkedIn
    TikTok

    Want to reach out to Colin or Darren directly?
    Colin - 0419 220 140 - colin@hlvictoria.com.au
    Darren - 0430 087 450 - darrenbrennan@metricon.com.au
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    22 mins
  • Ep. 51 | Top 5 lessons learnt from the new regulations so far

    Ep. 51 | Top 5 lessons learnt from the new regulations so far
    May 12 2024

    Listen in to learn about the top 5 things that can impact your design and price as a result of the new regulations (NCC22). We share what we’ve learnt so far in relation to standard inclusions, orientation, what to expect on builder brochures, structural changes and the impact of fall on your block.


    Topic timestamps

    4:26 - Impact on standard inclusions

    10:20 - Impact of orientation on your lot / home

    13:26 - What can you expect to see on or in builder brochures now?

    16:50 - Will structural changes become a thing of the past?

    23:50 - The “fall” on your lot may have a bigger impact than you think.

    Liking the show?
    Please leave us a 5 star rating on your podcast platform and share the show with others - thank you.

    Got a question, topic idea or feedback?
    Head to our website and leave your comments there > homebuildinghub.com.au

    Other places to watch or listen... and catch up on more content:
    YouTube
    Facebook
    LinkedIn
    TikTok

    Want to reach out to Colin or Darren directly?
    Colin - 0419 220 140 - colin@hlvictoria.com.au
    Darren - 0430 087 450 - darrenbrennan@metricon.com.au
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    37 mins
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