Choosing a building method can feel a bit like a group chat debate. Everyone has an opinion, some of it’s outdated, and you’re the one who has to live in the finished home.
The truth is, there’s no single right way to build. Each method has its own construction process, materials and character. What’s right for your home will depend on its design, your block and how you want to live in it.
So, let’s clear up the confusion and look at what actually sets them apart.
Brick on the outside, timber framing on the inside. Brick veneer combines a structural timber frame with a single external layer of brickwork. Insulation sits within the wall system, with plasterboard completing the internal walls.
From the street, you get the familiar character of brick, paired with a versatile framing system that works beautifully across a wide range of floorplans and architectural styles.
Why people choose it: The classic look of brick with the versatility of timber framing.
In a full timber frame home, timber forms the structure of both the external and internal walls. From there, cladding, rendered finishes or a mix of materials brings the outside of your home to life.
With plenty of colours, textures and finishes to play with, it gives you loads of scope to create a home with its own look, feel and personality.
Why people choose it: A versatile structural system, flexible exterior finishes and plenty of ways to make their mark.
Double brick uses two layers of masonry, separated by a cavity, to form the external walls. Internal walls are also generally constructed from brick, creating a masonry structure throughout the home.
It’s a long-established way of building in WA and one that feels instantly familiar. Substantial masonry walls give the home the solid, traditional character generations of Perth homeowners have grown up with.
Why people choose it: A familiar construction method with traditional masonry character and that solid brick feel.
Whichever way we build your home, it must meet the same strict Australian building standards.
The comfort, energy efficiency and acoustic performance of your home come from the whole picture, including its insulation, glazing, orientation and choice of materials. It’s not about one building method being better than another.
It’s about choosing the right one for your home, your block and the way you want to live.
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That’s what we’re here for. We’ll talk you through the options, consider your home design and block, and help you understand which construction method is the right fit for your build.
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