Home Files

Having learned so much about the process of building your first home throughout this second season of Home Files, it makes sense to chat with someone who’s been through the process themselves. Joining us in the studio for our last episode for the season is Karlie McQuillan, a Carlisle customer who has recently built and moved into her brand-new EasyLiving home. Karlie provides a candid account of...

When your construction site starts to come to life, the dream of your new home feels excitedly close. Yet, with this anticipation comes a touch of apprehension, a sentiment shared by first home buyers. In this episode of Home Files, our expert guests take you on a comprehensive journey through the entire home building process - from your site being cleared, all the way through to the moment you ar...

Unlock budget-friendly home styling secrets from two interior design experts from the industry. Learn all the tips and tricks for creating that display home look, for less. Episode Notes In the world of home styling, some have a natural flair for transforming spaces, while others may find it a bit overwhelming. In this episode, we’re delving into the insider secrets of home styling with two remark...

When you’re a first home buyer and working with an often-tight budget, there are some crucial considerations that you should keep in mind to make your money go further.  The experts on today’s episode advise it’s all about making savvy choices. Joining us today are Mark Sinnott, a Carlisle Sales Consultant known for perfecting the house and land combination, and Ricky D’Alesio, Carlisle’s Design M...

Let’s face it, no dream home becomes a reality without addressing the finances first! To help us navigate the world of finance and budgets are Janine Armstrong, General Manager of Marketing for Carlisle Homes and Mark Polatkesen, a seasoned Mortgage Broker and Director of Mortgage Domayne. Together, they provide a comprehensive guide to the financial considerations first home buyers need to make w...

Welcome back to Home Files Season 2! In our first episode, we’re joined by two absolute powerhouses from the home building industry: Lisa Nightingale, Group Sales Manager for Carlisle Homes and Emily Wood, General Manager for Brand and Customer at Frasers Property – an Australian land developer that creates the residential communities where new homes are built. Each with over 20 years of experienc...

Welcome to Season 2 of Home Files, your essential guide for navigating the world of building your first home. Join host, Caitlin Judd, as we delve into each phase of the build journey together. Alongside industry experts, we’ll provide you with the information and confidence you need to turn your dreams of homeownership into a reality. Because life’s better in your very own place. From your initia...

Joining us for today’s chat is Tina – a very happy KDR customer who recently built a Carlisle home in Melbourne’s bayside suburbs who helps bring everything we’ve discussed during this series together in one easy to listen to episode. Also involved in this chat is Steph Massuger, Carlisle’s KDR Client Liaison Team Leader, who works with clients throughout their entire KDR journey – from first depo...

On hand to help us understand more about this topic and what sustainability actually means are three industry experts. Con Galileos, Group Development Manager for Carlisle Homes who has over 25 years of industry experience in the building game, reputable landscape designer Mark Browning, and Mandi Kontos, Architectural Lighting Designer from Beacon Lighting, who you may know from The Block.  In th...

In this episode, we’re chatting about the best part of the KDR process – making the choices and selections for your brand-new home. The one you’ve created moodboards for on Pinterest and saved in Instagram, the one you’ve been planning and visualising in your mind for what feels like forever.  In this exciting episode, we chat with three highly regarded designers in the home styling space - Interi...

“I wish I had of talked to you months ago” is a common phrase that the experts in today’s episode hear often. Joining us to chat finances is Suresh Kandasamy – Mortgage Broker at Loan Studio who specialises in construction finance for new builds, and Janine Armstrong, General Manager of Marketing at Carlisle Homes and previous KDR customer.  Both Suresh and Janine both know what they’re talking ab...

Anna and Caitlin chat to Lisa Nightingale, Group Sales Manager for Carlisle Homes and an industry expert with over 18 years of experience, and Kosta Mesaritis – Partner and Auctioneer and Jellis Craig Bayside Glen Eira Group to provide insight on the real estate market and the rise in popularity of KDR’s.  Together, we chat about the KDR process from start to finish, including who Carlisle Homes i...

Joining us today to navigate us through the process of finding your dream home and choosing a builder that is right for you is Rebeka Morgan, registered Residential builder and Founder of BuildHer Collective; a business that exists to empower women with the right tools to build the home of their dreams through her podcast and online courses; Lisa Nightingale, Group Sales Manager for Carlisle Homes...

This series is here to teach you everything you need to know about knocking down an existing home and building a new one - including choosing a builder, determining suitability of your block, selecting, and designing your new home. Join Caitlin Judd and Anna Mackenzie (aka Lady-Brains) as they chat with home design and industry experts, real customers and a few notable names - to help you feel con...