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Smart Building Projects

Locality: Craigieburn, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 404 016 866

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25.01.2022 A new kitchen in Craigieburn. Laminex Blackened Legano (natural) for the cabinetry, Laminex Pure Calcite (natural) for the benchtops, all with soft close functionality and complemented with 600x300 gloss white tiles. Westinghouse stainless steel appliances.

24.01.2022 BUILDING PERMITS One of the most common questions I get asked is; "Do I need a building permit?" As a rule of thumb, structural work will require a building permit. ... Home extensions and structural renovations require a permit. Structures such as decking, roofed pergolas, verandahs, brick/timber fences above a certain height and internal structural work also require a permit. For a list of building permit exemptions, see Building Regulations 2018 Schedule 3 and for in-depth details regarding the exemptions, refer to the Victorian Building Authority. Penalties for building without a required permit include fines, possible jail time and the demolition and removal of your illegal construction. Additionally, most if not all, insurance companies can cancel your policy or refuse to payout on a Home Insurance claim.

23.01.2022 What a week! After being away from this project for so long, it took a little bit for me to get going. Whilst Ive been away, my Foreman Dave continued to plaster and work with our amazing trades people. This week we have managed to get the project to 80% completion so as the family can at least move home, 3 and a half months wasnt what was expected. We have managed to get most of the kitchen, bathroom, ensuite, powder room and laundry completed as well as paint most of the ...house. Electrical works have mostly been fitted off, all the plumbing has been completed (the shower is amazing) and the stone has been installed in all rooms. Kitchen Appliances: Cooktop - Bosch Flame select 900mm Ovens (2)- Ariston 16 function with pyrolytic feature Rangehood - Sirius Undermount rangehood with off board motor See more

23.01.2022 Kitchen Face-lift - Kensington Our client had never been involved in a renovation of any kind and had heard repeated horror stories from friends and family. Unfortunately, a common issue we encounter when meeting clients. However, this was relatively straightforward with the most difficult part removing the island hob and re-routing electrical and plumbing. In the end, the only issue we had, was a faulty rangehood which was promptly replaced by the manufacturer. ... Benchtop - Polytec Urban Slate Matt Doors / drawers / panels - Polytec Husk Sheen Handles - Stainless Steel Modena 100mm Rangehood - Ilve Cooktop - Westinghouse Induction Oven - Westinghouse

23.01.2022 Hi everyone, I just wanted to advise you all that I am still assigned to the Army to assist with Defences response to Covid-19, with no current end date. My team is still working, although in a limited capacity, however I am still quoting and planning for life after this pandemic. Id like to thank everyone for their continued support, it has certainly been a year like no other. In the meantime if you require anything please dont hesitate to email, call, text, FB message o...r send a courier pigeon and Ill answer you as soon as possible. Stay healthy and take care. Jason See more

22.01.2022 Introducing the Joolca ensuite tent and hotap. Free to use for all single bathroom home renovations. #smart_building_projects #lookingafteryourbudget #joolcaco

22.01.2022 Renovation at Somers, Victoria. A lot of work on this one to create a holiday home that modernized and created space, whilst still keeping some of the quirks of the early 1980s character. Removing the kitchen / laundry dividing wall and incorporating a cavity slider and fridge niche opened up the kitchen completely. The laundry was resigned to better utilize the space and assist with the kitchen layout.... All bathrooms were completely rebuilt, especially due to the asbestos in the walls. This allowed for the old plumbing to be rectified, new fixtures and lighting to be installed. Additional features include: upgraded electrical wiring throughout the home including a new switchboard with safety switches, modern lighting, smart TV incorporated into the fireplace, induction cooktop, led kitchen bench lighting, water efficient fixtures in kitchen and bathrooms, new carpet in bedrooms, new floating timber flooring in living areas and freshly painted throughout. #smart_building_projects

21.01.2022 And if you thought you did a great job on your Gingerbread House then take a look at this.

20.01.2022 Recent room renovation in Craigieburn. The biggest issue with open plan living is that after a while, you can find better things to do with the space. This is where Smart Building Projects can help you create your vision. Our client in Craigieburn asked us to assist in creating a guest bedroom and an open TV room using a space that was originally intended to be a formal dining and lounge room.... Working in with the clients electrician, we built the timber frames to Australian Standards AS1684, used acoustic 10mm plasterboard with wall insulation to minimise noise transfer, installed the bedroom door & recycled wardrobe doors into a bi-fold configuration. Our client is now painting the rooms themselves. At Smart Building Projects we believe in assisting our clients in saving money, demonstrating expert knowledge & providing an overall positive experience in the renovation process. This includes allowing you to complete elements of the project such as painting, supplying your own materials and working in with your trades. #smart_building_projects

20.01.2022 An important notice to our clients. I am currently on leave overseas until mid October. Please dont hesitate to contact me via email during this time as I am still working. [email protected] ... Thank you for your understanding during my absence.

19.01.2022 Budget Bathroom Makeover - Craigieburn. Renovation on a tight budget yielded excellent results and one extremely happy client. Partial demolition and a rebuild of the rotten floors. Created a walk in shower, wall shower niche, high quality bathroom fittings and 2pak wall hung vanity with 4 soft close doors and a stone benchtop.... Additional mirrors were hung to achieve a compromise for adding a double vanity that had limited mirror space. We also added a new towel rail, ceiling fan and additional power points, including placing the light and fan switch in a more suitable location (not inside the old shaving cabinet). Toilet was replaced with a new enclosed bowl and stylish cistern. Energy efficient Led lighting was added to both the toilet and bathroom to increase light and use less energy. #smart_building_projects

19.01.2022 Kitchen Renovation - Craigieburn Occasionally as a builder, you get one job that causes more headaches than a packet of Panadol can cure. This was that job. Our client, who is a patient and repeat client, endured our longest kitchen renovation ever! Through no fault of hers, both her partner and herself, had to endure not having a kitchen over the Christmas period.... Most of the work had been completed, when our preferred stonemason (no longer), canceled the job at the last minute before Christmas, leaving a situation that could not be recovered. Additionally the special acrylic doors (which were a deleted colour), drawer fronts and exposed panels did not arrive from the manufacturer until the Friday before Christmas. When things go wrong, they generally go wrong spectacularly! We had an issue with a dodgy batch of soft close mechanisms on the drawers, the replacement stonemason didnt have a drillbit to cut the tap holes and we added some modifications at the last minute because why not.?! The end result was a beautiful kitchen that was solely designed by our talented client. The deletion of the high bar back on the island is a common request and with the removal of the built in pantry, gave us additional space to play with and relocate appliances. I especially love the 60 mm stone which gives an opulent high end look. Additionally with the push to open mechanisms, keeps the kitchen appearance looking sleek and modern. The reason for including and telling you about the delay issues, is to be open and honest with you, our clients. Regardless of what is shown on reality TV renovation programs, building issues frequently arise which cause delays, frustrations and heartache. What the takeaway point here is, always be aware of possible delays, try and be patient and understanding and acknowledge things rarely go as smoothly as television programs suggest. A good builder / trades person will always communicate thoroughly and advise you along your journey accordingly. In case anyone is wondering if our client still likes us, well she took and supplied us all these amazing photos. For that were thankful. #smart_building_projects

19.01.2022 At Smart Building Projects, we believe in what we do and the results we achieve so passionately, that my team is renovating the internals of my family home over this holiday period. This consists of new solid timber flooring, new bathroom, new ensuite, new laundry, new kitchen, new lighting scheme, a changeover from a hot water unit to continuous, painting and layout changes, not to mention plastering, tiling, replacing all the skirting boards, timber framing and the removal ...of over 200m2 of tiles and grinding those floors back to the slab. Additionally, I am also custom building new joinery and a double bed each with additional storage for my two daughters bedrooms. All of this to be as close to completed by Feb 1 2020. As I begin this journey, we will be blogging the adventure and sharing with you all our experience, introducing you to our valued team including our sub contractors and showing you our results. Stay tuned for weekly updates. #smart_building_projects

18.01.2022 Just a quick update to all our clients who have pending projects. I have been advised that we should be stood down from Bushfire duties in February - no specific date at this stage. If this raises an issue for you, please dont hesitate to email me at [email protected] ... Otherwise, thank you for your support and understanding in allowing me to fulfill my obligations as an Australian Army Reservist and assisting those who have been impacted by the fires. Those people are greatly appreciative of the assistance they are receiving and the sacrifices others are making on their behalf.

17.01.2022 Week 5 With this being being Christmas, I took a couple of days off and had some sleep. I know shock, horror, aghast! Tiles are fully down on the floors in the powder room, bathroom, laundry and ensuite. I have assembled and laid out the laundry and kitchen joinery. Shaving cabinets are located in place and the vanities have been assembled. Our kitchen appliances have arrived and are waiting patiently for their impending installation and new life.... There are a couple of unexpected issues with the kitchen that due to supply issues will delay the kitchen slightly (2pak painting) however all else seems to be on schedule at the moment. An issue with the bath size & finished wall opening that we plumbed up and straightened (the previous builder had it running out on both sides by over 10mm) meant that we have had to modify our plans slightly. It has meant that we inadvertently created a better visual effect with the bath. Due to the Christmas / New Year shutdown for the construction industry, we are waiting for a few things to arrive that didnt make it to us before the closure. With the New Year break and the pending hot weather, Ill be pushing hard this week to have everything ready for the 6th January when the tiler comes back.

17.01.2022 A recent kitchen build in Frankston. Gloss white laminate and Caesarstone Creme Brule benchtops. Soft close doors and drawers with push to open overhead cabinets and gloss hexagon tiles. With the combination of black appliances and tapware, this is a classic look with a modern twist. ... You dont need to spend a lot of money to get a great looking and functional kitchen. At Smart Building Projects we can give you a dream kitchen at an affordable price. With the benefit of being a Registered Building Practitioner, we offer a one stop shop for all your renovation requirements. #smart_building_projects

17.01.2022 Its for unexpected moments like this, that I really love my job. Thank you. #smart_building_projects

16.01.2022 Balcony decking. Replacement of the existing treated pine decking on a 5m x 1.5m balcony, working 5m in the air above a pedestrian walkway. I never understand why people use treated pine decking boards in Australia, especially considering our harsh sun. As the images show, this relatively new existing deck, had no joist protection which means that the water accumulated on top of the joist allowing it to begin to rot, adding to the faster detioration of the decking. We repair...ed the deck structure and installed a rubber deck guard to protect the joists. We also used select grade merbau which gave us the option of continuous lengths for a cleaner and better result, I personally hate joins where they can be avoided. Using a quick leach solution (removes the timber tannins quickly) we were able to come back and seal with a quality decking oil, in this case Feast Watson, to give a high finish and long lasting result. #smart_building_projects See more

14.01.2022 Enclosed carport. Added additional privacy screens to the fences and enclosed the carport with demountable sliding door and window. Cladded timber with cement sheeting and painted. #smart_building_projects

12.01.2022 I hope everyone is staying safe, especially those of you who are living in locked down postcodes and especially my local community of Craigieburn. I wanted to advise you all that I am still attached to the Australian Defence Force response in Victoria assisting with Covid-19. Unfortunately it is not looking like I will be back to work myself anytime soon and I understand the impact of not being able to start projects that have been scheduled is having. Our limited capacity is... exactly that - limited, and we are working at a slower / quieter tempo in this pandemic environment. We are taking precautions to keep you, our wonderful clients safe as well as our team. I hope you continue to support us, by having faith that Ill eventually be back to personally look after your project, however I understand if you need things to happen now. If thats the case please contact me and Ill recommend someone that will look after your needs. In the meantime, please keep safe, maintain your social distancing and your frequent hand washing. Were all in this together and itll all be over soon enough. Thanks for your support. Ill keep you posted on my situation as often as I can.

12.01.2022 Today I had a day of leave from the army from Operation Bushfire Assist 19 /20, and thought Id check in on Sonyas Project Management skills with the house flooring. These have now been sanded and polished. These are the results.

12.01.2022 Bathroom Renovation in Greensborough. Just waiting on the shower screen to be installed next week, but the room is now usable. #smart_building_projects

10.01.2022 At Smart Building Projects, we dont just do full or medium renovations, were also happy to do the smallest of jobs. This replacement vanity was made using Polytec Stone laminate for the benchtop and Polytec Gold Leaf Metallic - a new colour. Blum soft close hinges & drawers as standard and brass fittings to compete the look. #smart_building_projects

09.01.2022 Week 3 Another big week on The Block - Jackson Style, and we can finally announce that we have our timber floor down. One of the main reasons for undertaking such a project in a short space of time (and over Christmas) was this flooring. Although a floating floor was cheaper and simpler to execute, if I was going to put one down, it needed to be a real Australian hardwood floor, completed throughout - no gaps under joinery / kitchen etc. We have used NSW Blue Mountain Spotte...d Gum in a feature grade to be matt finished. Also this week, we have installed the continuous hot water system - Rinnai Enviro 26 and screeded the floors in the bathroom and ensuite, ready for waterproofing. This has been another big week, but Im extremely lucky and grateful, to be surrounded by an exceptional team, comprising of Smart Building Projects employees and excellent contractors and businesses, all of which Ill be introducing to you over the coming weeks. See more

07.01.2022 We do Robes! At Smart Building Projects, we can complete a wide variety of custom wardrobes to suit your requirements. From basic internal layouts to complex joinery, we have your needs covered.... Options include: white (most popular) or coloured melamine internals. Door options include melamine, mdf pattern routered, painted glass, vinyl or mirror. We can even build solid plaster walls to blend your robe into your existing layout. Try getting your robe company to do that! Why not give Smart Building Projects a call to discuss your wardrobe needs? #smart_building_projects

06.01.2022 Bathroom renovation in Mill Park A tired 30+ year old bathroom renovated with a classic look. Basic white wall tiles complemented with a travertine floor tile.... Semi-frameless Mirage shower screen, walk-in shower base with stainless steel shower grate, custom built shower wall niche, new bath, and new fixtures. Replaced old fluorescent lighting with sleek LED down lights and replaced old fan with a quieter operating exhaust fan. 4mm polished edge mirror complements the purpose built vanity with Ultraglaze white panels & 20mm Caesarstone benchtop.

06.01.2022 Week 1. Demolition completed. It was a tough week getting the demolition completed. Bathroom, ensuite, powder room, kitchen, laundry, halls & living areas 75% completed. I removed over 200m2 of floor tiles and stripped the tile glue with a Festool Renofix. This is a 150mm grinder attached to extraction however I pushed this tool its limits and it didnt fail me once.... This saved between $8 - $10k with me doing this work myself. We removed and relocated internal walls in the laundry, kitchen, ensuite, powder room and bathroom. 5 trips to the tip and 1 for recycling was still cheaper than using skips / bins - $690 v $ $1800. Today starts electrical and plumbing rough in, and finalizing each room for timber flooring which starts on the 9th. #smart_building_projects #festool_australia See more

06.01.2022 Update. Firstly, thank you to everyone who has graciously postponed their project whilst I have been on Operation Bushfire Assist 19/20. It has been extremely rewarding to assist so many people in my Army Reserves role and I can tell you that we have made a positive difference to many lives in bushfire affected areas. I am currently on full-time deployment until Sunday 16th February, however I will still be on the deployment 3-5 days a week (varying according to military requ...irements) until the end of the month. During this time, I will be contacting all of you to reschedule your project so as you are not inconvenienced any longer than necessary. Once again, I thank you for your patience, understanding and your support during this time.

05.01.2022 Thank you to everyone who postponed their projects whilst I was away with the army on Operation Bushfire Assist for the past 2 months. I am back on deck this week and will continue reaching out to everyone in regards to your projects. If you havent heard from me either by phone or email, please dont hesitate to call me on 0404016866. ... Due to the large amount of enquiries I have received, I am working my way through them as quickly as I can. I will be starting appointments again from Tuesday 10th March so get in asap.

05.01.2022 Craigieburn bathroom renovation. This was a difficult bathroom renovation as the previous owners of the property had taken plenty of DIY shortcuts. From no waterproofing, mouldy plaster, poor ventilation, DIY plumbing & electrical and incorrect lighting requirements, it was finished with budget joinery & fittings.... The before room serves as a lesson in getting professionals to work with you to achieve your desired results. #smart_building_projects

04.01.2022 Id like to thank my awesome clients who have allowed me to postpone their projects and put their own needs second, so as I can assist in the bushfire relief effort in my capacity as an Australian Army Reservist. I understand that this is a major inconvenience for you all, however, your understanding, compassion and support is greatly appreciated. You have all contributed in a small way to make someone elses life just a little bit easier by postponing your renovation projects and for that you should hold your head a little higher. Thank you. PS. Should you need to contact me please email or send messages via text or messenger. Ill get back to you as soon as possible.

04.01.2022 To all our clients: Although I finished working for the Army covering the bushfires on the 1st of March, I was recalled to service on 16th March to assist with the Australian Defence Force response to Covid-19. My team is currently working as am I, in a limited capacity at present, so to those people who have waited patiently for your project to be completed, I will be in touch with you shortly. I am working in a slower and restricted capacity at the moment as we also find sa...fe ways to complete your renovation whilst complying with social distancing measures. Once again, if you have not had a phone call from me directly, please reach out to me on: 0404 016 866 or email: [email protected]. Jason Smart Building Projects

02.01.2022 Week 4 This week has felt a little casual as the main efforts were focusing on handover for other projects. However for those of you playing along at home, this week we concentrated on finishing floor screed in laundry and powder room, waterproofing, replacing the bathroom window with a double glazed, privacy window suitable for a wet room, our joinery arrived flat packed without any of the painted panels (10th Jan eta), finished up some plastering in selected areas, cut out ...our walls for our shaving cabinets, framed up some walls and prepared the bath for installation. The bathroom floor tiles have been laid.

02.01.2022 Week 2. All the joinery and robes have been removed. Framing of new areas, has been constructed and fixed to slab, allowing for straight lines for the floor team. Plumbing rough-in and drainage through slab have been completed, as has the joining of the slab back together. Electrical rough-in has been finished to all areas.... The bottom of all the achitraves around floor windows has been removed for the flooring team to run boards under skirts and achitraves - no quad (pet hate of mine but sometimes a necessary evil based on cost and floor type). We have 6 ongoing projects which should wrap up prior to Christmas, so getting the house ready has been an enormous challenge and undertaking.

02.01.2022 A rebuild of a kitchen that was burnt from a stove fire, we have just completed. Other trades are still to complete their works. #smart_building_projects

01.01.2022 Kitchen Face-lift in Kensington. This was a relatively painless kitchen face-lift, swapping out the old Beech laminate doors, panels, drawers for a modern look. The original stone benchtop stayed in place and we installed new soft closing doors and drawers, a rear bookcase to better utilize the vacant space behind the joinery facing the dining area and a new tiled splash back.... The laminate colour was Polytec Cavia Lini with the tiles being 600x300 gloss white. All joinery hinges and runners were Blum. #smart_building_projects