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“By choosing a dual occupancy build through Boutique, we created two brand new homes – with all the luxury upgrades and bespoke options we desired – and the financial flexibility we could comfortably afford.”
After finding the ideal block, it was Oscar’s knowledge of Boutique’s dual occupancy plans and superior guarantees that made choosing the builder easy.
“We found a pretty deep block of land, and I knew that Boutique’s floorplans would make the best use of the site. Coupled with their quality building team and unique 12 month warranty period, sealed the deal for us,” says Oscar.
What to expect from the build journey
One of the most valuable aspects of Oscar’s knockdown rebuild journey with Boutique was the consultation process. Dual occupancy council approvals aren’t always easy, so it pays to have an experienced builder in your corner.
“The subdivision process can be complex, as all councils approach dual occupancy slightly differently. It was great to enlist the help of an expert who could guide us through it.” says Oscar.
A quality build – that included features that would make the home easy to sell in the future – was key for the couple.
“We were very pleased with the range of options Boutique offered through our interior design consultations. We were able to ensure the home included all those specifications that would be expected from a future buyer,” says Oscar.
“Our build journey in general was excellent. We were offered regular updates throughout the process, and our Site Manager, was amazing. His attention to detail, communication, level of experience and ability to help inform key decisions we were making were sensational.”
That, along with the confidence that any issues will be fixed quickly and efficiently within the maintenance period, means Oscar now happily recommends Boutique to friends and family.
“We actually just completed our 12-month final warranty check – there were only very minor works to be addressed in a house we absolutely love, and they were fixed within just two weeks,” he adds.
Choosing your interior designs
While presenting as a townhouse, Oscar’s abodes are surprisingly spacious, with custom options and upgrades throughout, including a blue sitting room.
“The beauty of dual occupancy is that internally you can create two completely different homes – one that suits your own taste, and another that provides flexibility if you decide to rent or sell the other home. Or you can share costs and building experience by buying with friends or family,’ says Oscar.
“For our home, we wanted a minimalist Scandinavian style, while the other house has a traditional Hamptons interior.”
Advice for building dual occupancy in Melbourne
Now looking for their next dual occupancy investment, the couple have two key pieces of advice for newbies to the market:
- Remember each site comes with its own complexities: These include council restrictions, such as setbacks and crossover approvals. The slope and orientation of your block will also have an impact on how feasible the development is. Understand what is achievable with an experienced builder like Boutique before wasting too much time.
- Get your permit before you demolish: There is no rush to demolish, particularly if the existing home is liveable for you or a short-term tenant. To minimise the cost of alternate accommodation whilst building, get council on board before you roll in the bulldozers.
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