Gardens are often one of the last design elements people think about when it comes to building a new development. However, most residential developments are required to meet specific guidelines that can be imposed by your local council, building regulations or zoning laws. The reason for these rules is to ensure each development is in keeping with its surroundings and …
At delcon, we often have clients ask us if they can build more than one home on their block of land. The most achievable and popular option is a duplex – one block, two houses. A duplex is two homes that share a central wall. Dual occupancies are also possible in tandem where one house is behind the other and …
Residential markets across Australia were recently in the downswing, with the exception of several key cities, including Melbourne. Melbourne property appears to be recovering with auction clearance rates reaching their highest point since November 2017. The real estate market is seeing more owner occupying buyers attending open for inspections, and auction clearance rates are also on the rise which clearly …
delcon Design and Construct have had the privilege of being a specialist multi-unit development builder in Melbourne for over 10 years. Over this time, we’ve worked with a variety of clients and projects across Melbourne. For the majority of our busy clients, a turn-key service where we take the reins on bringing their vision and ROI to life is the …
The process of building a home or multi-unit development in Melbourne with delcon design and construct, begins with communication. Developing a good working relationship, based on clear communication, is vital to the success of your project. Prior to starting your project, it’s important that we explain the process, understand your goals, be aware of the requirements of your land, and …
When you’re considering whether to renovate or rebuild, there’s many things to consider. In Melbourne, the inner suburb streets are lined with older style homes that many owners find it difficult to decide whether to renovate or knock down and rebuild. You might love where you live and enjoy your neighbourhood, so a renovation is your natural choice. However a …
Building your own home is a wonderfully creative and rewarding experience. Though the initial stages can also be confusing when deciding on your Custom Home Builder. Comparing services, inclusions and pricing can be overwhelming. Additionally, there are a few costs that cannot be ‘fixed costs’ prior to project commencement. This list has been compiled to ensure you are aware of …
Melbourne’s love of townhouses has never been more evident, and it’s easy to see why. Townhouses used to be seen as a stepping-stone to a custom built home, but not anymore. Now townhouses have become the preferred option for many professional families. The reasons for this don’t appear to be simply price driven as they once were. The trend towards …
A Feasibility Study might be thought of as the ‘Business Plan’ of your property development project. Successful property development needs a great deal of meticulous planning. To make your vision come to life you need a lot of moving parts, all working together. The most important thing to ensure before you start is that the project is going to be …
When looking to invest in a property development, it’s important to know what is ahead of you, before you invest. This process is called due diligence. Due diligence is doing research and being aware of the requirements / issues that impose restrictions or obligations on you as a property developer. As an experienced multi-unit builder, our experience has allowed our …
