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10 Reasons To Switch
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Experience in Construction
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The building know-how, skill and buying
Homes optimised for temperature and light
power of a Pindan partnership - a leading
control, power and water efficiency; and
Australian building and construction group
constructed using sustainable methods and
since 1977.
materials where possible.
Flexibility in Design
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Relationships with many quality suppliers
and needs.
translate to a broad range of finishes and manufacturing materials, optimising choice
Homes that Grow with Families changes and evolving families.
Homes for Living Homes designed for natural flow and positive interactions, with seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces.
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Better Finishes High quality, contemporary surface materials, environmentally-friendly where possible, and resistant to daily wear and tear.
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More Choice
Homes tailored to your unique lifestyle
during the SwitchSelect process.
Spaces that can be adapted to accommodate
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Eco-Smart Homes
Outstanding Utility Innovative kitchen, laundry and utility area design using intelligent storage solutions.
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Engaging with People The recognition that each new home is the beginning of a positive and interactive long-term relationship with the client; and giving our clients reasons to make a permanent ‘Switch’ to us.
10. Better Service A smooth building process facilitated by efficient, knowledgeable and friendly staff with a focus on clear communication and great customer service.
Living Homes Switch brings a philosophy of living to home building for Western Australian families.
Switch understands that a home should have the potential to grow with the family that lives in it. This is why we design homes we consider to be living – that is, able to evolve and adapt to your changing needs. Switch ensures you can change rooms easily to accommodate
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whatever functions and uses your family organically assign to each
We believe that home design and construction should revolve
room that can be used as a nursery, toddler bedroom, study or
around the families that live in them so that the home fits the
private retreat depending on the various stages of your life. Other
family, rather than trying to make the family fit the home.
designs have an activity room that can be easily switched into a
This is why we’re committed to helping you get your design and
kids’ lounge, game zone or guest room.
selections right for you.
room. For example, many of our master wings feature an adjoined
Switch homes are not just for carrying out the mechanics of daily
We also understand the ways people live in their homes.
life. They are designed to allow your family to enjoy its shared and
We know about movement through homes and how to increase
private spaces, to move and work comfortably throughout the
convenience, enjoyment, privacy and togetherness through
home, and to encourage play and activity.
intelligent use of space.
The Company
Switch Homes are for Living Switch Homes are designed as spaces for you and your family to live, change and grow. We understand that your family is constantly evolving, so we aim to incorporate adaptability and flexibility into your home design. Switch rooms can be easily converted into bedrooms and living spaces to suit the different life stages of members of your family. We also recognise that homes should be about bringing people together in positive ways. Switch kitchens are central to the living areas so that you are not away from the action when you’re working in the kitchen. Switch grouped living areas such as lounge rooms, IT nooks, home theatres, living rooms and alfresco, are connected and integrated in creative ways so that everyone is together; but you can still find private corners and quiet spaces for different activities.
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Switch is passionate about making household work as easy and convenient as possible through smart home design. We nestle utility areas close together so you can step straight into the laundry from the kitchen. Switch ensures the kitchen is readily accessible from the garage, using internal garage entries and short, unbroken lines between these spaces whenever possible so packing and unpacking the family car is easy. We also include sculleries when the design permits to give you extra kitchen workspace and storage, to make your kitchen look clean and stylish, and to allow you to cater and entertain. We also believe that a home should be able to stand up to normal family use. Our shower reassesses feature 2 metre high tiling to the walls and fully sealed surfaces to window recesses to keep the bathroom waterproof and prevent plaster and paint damage due to steam and moisture. All drawers are fitted with soft closers. Kitchens feature easyclean splashback materials. Another benefit unique to Switch is the inclusion of high quality appliances with excellent warranty periods. In essence, Switch builds in features that will protect your home from becoming degraded or run down.
You will enjoy the space, light, stylish finishes, seamless flow and quality build methods of your Switch Home for years to come.
Switch Design
The process of selecting your new home begins with our experienced and highly trained New Home Consultants. Our consultants will provide helpful advice on the selection of a design to suit your block and family. Your New Home Consultant will also advise you on possible variations to the design, finishes and materials. Switch homes are intelligently designed with a focus on natural flow. We design our homes to have wide open spaces in shared living areas to avoid congestion, and incorporates extended bench space in kitchens and bathrooms to allow more than one person to occupy these rooms comfortably at any one time. We build homes that provide seamless flow between indoor and
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outdoor entertaining areas to enhance the family’s enjoyment of social spaces in the home. You can be assured that this attention to design detail and focus on living will give you a superior design to start with. Any changes you choose will then simply make it your own. Once you have selected a home design, Switch conducts a contour survey and a soil analysis so we know everything about your site prior to finalising the plans. Your dedicated Switch team
Celebrate our excellent build quality and great value with these extras at no extra cost! Enjoy a free decor selection service and the convenient energy-saving Green Switch across our home designs.
member will keep you fully informed during the entire planning and documentation process and we will always welcome any queries from you. *Some exclusions apply.
Switch’s complete décor service gives you access to a professional interior designer, who will assist you in the interior décor and colour selections of your new home. Our tailored service will help you create a living space that complements your preferences and lifestyle, even taking energy-saving needs into account. Next, we will arrange your Switch Select meeting with a Switch Selections Consultant who will help you with your interior selections, providing valuable advice including fittings and fixtures in your home. Here we finalise all plans and interior selections with you. Switch has strong relationships with décor and materials suppliers through its partner company, Pindan, so you can be confident you have access to a particularly large range of quality finishes and products to enhance your home. Our knowledgeable Interior Designers and Selections Consultants will ensure that your selection experience is an enjoyable and satisfying one.
Switch Select
Switch only uses the best tradespeople and construction materials. Most home builders use contractors, but the majority of our suppliers and tradespeople have existing long term relationships with, or are employed directly by, our parent company, Pindan. This means we have total control over the building process. We also incorporate best practices into our building methods so your home is as resistant as possible to the degrading effects of time, constant use and weather. We want you to be able to enjoy your home for a long time and for the home to retain maximum resale value.
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The Earthworks and Slab This stage commences with the clearing and preparation of the site. The first significant milestone in the building process is the pouring of the footings and slab, which are designed on an individual basis for each home and site. During this process a termite protection system and drains are also installed. After the slab has cured, the building materials arrive and we start building your home.
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Brickwork and Roofing As the walls start to go up you will begin to appreciate the form of your home. Switch uses clay bricks for both internal and external walls – cheaper lime silica or aerated concrete blocks are not used by Switch.
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Once brickwork is complete, the carpenters start work on the roof construction. When the frames are in place, plumbing and electrical experts will install the necessary pipes and cables into the walls. We also put the guttering and downpipes onto the building. Finally the roof tiles or colorbond roofing goes on.
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Preparing for Lockup Now that the roof is up and the home is weatherproof, we can start the plastering and ceiling work. Before coating the walls with white plaster, the plasterer applies a sand render to the internal surface of the bricks. Protective corner beads are built into plastered walls in trafficable areas to protect your home from the wear and tear of everyday living. When the plastering is finished, a glazier installs the window glass and the external doors are attached – now your Switch home can be locked up in preparation for internal finishing.
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Finishing off the Inside The next phase of building involves installing the internal doors and constructing the internal cabinetry including cupboards, shelves, benches and drawers. Our cabinetry is hand manufactured and features quality adjustable softclosing mechanisms on the drawers and doors of most home designs. Our comprehensive waterproofing process is applied to the shower and bath recesses and the tilers put your chosen ceramics in place. Switch shower recesses all include 2m high tiling. To avoid possible moisture problems we seal the bottom of doors in all wet areas prior to the painting and fixing of doors. We also complete the wall tiling in the kitchen and laundry at this stage.
Once all the tiling and cabinetry is complete, Switch organises for the plumber and electrician to complete their ‘final fit-off.’ This means they install light fixtures and fittings, appliances for the kitchen (such as the oven and coffee machine), and plumbing fixtures such as tap ware. Finally, we install shower screens and mirrors. Lastly, the painter paints all of the ceilings, walls, doors and other requested fittings, as well as external painting to gutters, fascia and downpipes.
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Finishing off the Outside Your house is all but complete. Switch now arranges for the external works to be completed. Brick paving, landscaping, fencing, reticulation, garage floors and doors and anything else you have requested will now be finalised according to your selections.
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Handover Prior to handing over the keys to your new home, Switch will organise a full site clean. The inside of your new home will be professionally cleaned, all building debris and materials will be removed from the site. Then the site supervisor will arrange to meet you at your new home to inspect it thoroughly before you take possession. Then you will be presented with the keys, warranties and all information about the house – and you can move into your wonderful new home.
Switch provides a comprehensive maintenance period with your new home and schedules a maintenance visit at the end of this period to address any concerns
A Pindan Partnership A reputable company with a distinct identity leveraging the power of an experienced builder to best combine capability with individualised attention, Switch Homes for Living is an independent residential building company formed by Pindan. A major force in the Australian construction industry since 1977, Pindan is a multi-award winning company that has been building across a number of different sectors, including commercial and industrial buildings, residential developments and public facilities. Renowned for achieving the highest standards in design and construction, Pindan’s focus and strong commitment to customers translates into a smooth construction process with easy-to-understand documentation and consistent communication. In creating smart and sustainable homes, Switch Homes echoes the Pindan commitment to the environment and aims for environmental sustainability in both practices and partnerships. Switch Homes participates in a substantial waste recycling program amongst other environmental initiatives. We seek at least compliance with, if not advances on, industry standards of green building specifications.
Suite 7 1 Longfellow Court Belmont, Western Australia 6104 T: (08) 9463 7111 F: (08) 9479 4343 E: Living@SwitchHomes.com.au
www.SwitchHomes.com.au