Site notes with Fraser Allen

A behind-the-scenes look at what we’re building, learning, and noticing on our luxury home sites across Brisbane.

Choosing the Right Builder: 7 Questions Brisbane Clients Should Ask Before Signing
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Choosing the Right Builder: 7 Questions Brisbane Clients Should Ask Before Signing

Choosing the right builder can make or break your luxury home project. In Brisbane’s fast‑moving construction market, transparency, craftsmanship, and communication matter more than ever. Before signing a contract, Brisbane clients should ask seven essential questions that reveal how a builder manages pricing, quality control, timelines, and the technical details that protect a home for decades. This guide helps families cut through the noise and choose a builder who delivers clarity, confidence, and true luxury from the ground up.

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CASE STUDY: Project 124 – A Three‑Level Architectural Home on a Steep Riverfront Site
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CASE STUDY: Project 124 – A Three‑Level Architectural Home on a Steep Riverfront Site

Project 124 transforms one of Brisbane’s steepest riverfront sites into a refined three‑level architectural home. With a 9.2‑metre fall, zero side access and no practical front entry, this project demanded advanced engineering, precise planning and a seamless collaboration with The Artificial to deliver a calm, high‑performing residence shaped by its challenging terrain.

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CASE STUDY: Project 126 – A Three‑Level Expansion of a Much‑Loved Heritage Home
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CASE STUDY: Project 126 – A Three‑Level Expansion of a Much‑Loved Heritage Home

Project 126 showcases the transformation of a beautifully maintained heritage home into a three‑level family residence through precise engineering, thoughtful design and seamless collaboration. With a new basement carved from rock, a full third story added above and a complete landscape re‑design, this project highlights what’s possible when clients, designers and builders work together with clarity, trust and creativity

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Case Study: Project 125 — A Calm, Connected Family Home in New Farm
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Case Study: Project 125 — A Calm, Connected Family Home in New Farm

Project 125 transforms a once‑standard project home in New Farm into a calm, materially rich family residence designed around garden‑edge living. Through thoughtful design, meticulous craftsmanship, and smart problem‑solving on a challenging small‑lot site, Allen Brothers Construction delivered a bespoke renovation that blends Tallowwood, concrete, and steel into a warm, connected home that feels effortless and deeply considered.

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“Why $/m² Rates Don’t Work for Luxury Custom Homes in Brisbane”
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“Why $/m² Rates Don’t Work for Luxury Custom Homes in Brisbane”

Think you can price a luxury home by the square metre? Think again. In this myth-busting article, we unpack why $/m² rates are a trap for Brisbane’s high-end builds — and what savvy clients should ask instead. From sloping blocks to bespoke finishes, we show how two homes with the same footprint can land at wildly different price points. If you’re planning a custom home, this is the clarity you’ve been waiting for.

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Same Price, Different Story: The Margin Illusion
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Same Price, Different Story: The Margin Illusion

Builder’s margin is one of the most misunderstood elements in residential construction — especially in Brisbane’s luxury home market. In this article, Allen Brothers Construction breaks down the myths around margin, explains how cost classifications can distort comparisons, and reveals why detailed architectural homes demand more behind-the-scenes supervision. If you’ve ever wondered why two builders with similar quotes claim vastly different margins, this is your guide to understanding the truth behind transparent construction pricing.

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