A & J Johnson Constructions Pty Ltd

Our Company

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A & J Johnson Constructions Pty Ltd is a proud local and family owned and operated construction business on Phillip Island. We have had over 20 years building and renovating all kinds of homes. We work with some of the best Architects, Draftsmen and designers in Australia and have the most fantastic crew of local trades experts. We can help you create one of the most beautiful homes all designed to fit your budget.

We offer in-house design expertise to help get the best from your location and lifestyle. We also understand people expect a high level of professionalism but with a friendly approach. When you make contact with us we handle the project from start to finish.

We can help with any size project and have projects currently underway ranging from $80,000 to $800,000. No matter what your budget we get the job done right first time and all without stress and with professional friendly attitude.

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Project Management

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When you build with us, your project is managed by a qualified building practitioner on-site. While many of our competitors manage your project by telephone, we are always working to exceed the expectations of our clients. By managing your project this way, we can ensure your finished product is exactly what you want.
With our online access you can keep up to date with the progress of your project. Each stage is photographed and uploaded for your convenience. All this is designed to make things easier for you.

We are proud to be Registered Master Builders.
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Will it fit the Budget?

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Johnson and Innes Constructions is able to help you achieve your dream within your budget. We do a range of projects from basic renovations such as bathroom and kitchens through to very elaborate luxury homes or subdivisions. Even if you have not purchased land yet and are looking for something to suit, please contact us and we can help guide you. We understand that you want to have an input in your design. Your ideas together with our expertise and in house consultants at no added cost make it an easy choice. Contact us with your budget and sketches or notes. We can fit your Budget.

Architect Designed Houses

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Our company supports well designed houses and commercial buildings. If you are looking for an Architect who works at Phillip Island we are happy to refer you or you can visit Royal Australian Institute of Architects Our Company takes great pride in building custom designed houses.

New Homes - First Home Buyers

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In uncertain times people tend to follow the pack. In times of trouble it pays to remain individual. Having the strength and conviction to pick the house which not only fits your budget but stands out as individual will result in your prudence being rewarded. Your asset becomes desirable. Your instincts will have paid off.

With the Governments new larger First home Buyers Grant we can help you achieve and fantastic results without absorbing the extra cash grant unnecessarily. We can sit down and design a fantastic floor plan to suit the house block which suits your budget and lifestyle.

Start dreaming using the Colorbond visualiser tool

Registered Master Builders

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The Building Commission advises that the first step in a successful project outcome is to double check that you are using a Fully Registered Builder. If you are at any stage unsure of what is involved in signing a contract then visit here. Many building companies use Salesmen to get you to build a prepacked home from a small selection. It does not always guarantee satisfaction or a cap on your construction costs. Many people find that if they try to alter the size of a wardrobe or change the finish on a benchtop in the kitchen they either can't or are hit with extra costs they did not expect.

Our business is different. If you want something a certain way we can make it happen and can give you real costs up front without the hidden shock which so often destroys the enjoyment of building. We are also different in that you won't be pressured by a sales man on a commission. We don't believe in cutting costs on internal building quality. It is often what you cannot see beneath the plasterboard which can make the difference. We build quality houses and strictly adhere to the Building Code of Australia. Both builders are qualified and Registered and Insured. We use only the best sub contractors not the first available. When you make the final choice on builder make sure you know what is included and what are extras. We build anything from a small buget house to large scale developments. Call us at anytime to enquire about the difference we can make.

Green Building - Money in the bank

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Johnson and Innes Constructions is looking forward to the future. We have upgraded our sustainability knowledge base and we can now advise you of the best choices to make your new home sustainable. Whether you want modern or traditional designs, we can help you cut through all the jargon.

We have found that many of our clients are being bombarded with terms like "eco" and "green". This can sometimes be very confusing. We keep up to date with the latest products and innovations then carefully examine the hidden cost associated and recommend only the very best in products and suppliers. When you design your next project we are happy to explain in plain terms what your ongoing impact on consumption of power, water and Co2 impact will be. We really believe that by investing in the future of your home and its low impact on resources, this is money in the bank as far as improving the value of your most precious asset and our planet.

Satisfied Clients - Summer 2007

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...."Their Professionalism and attention to detail made our building experience enjoyable"... The Macdonald Family

We would like to thank Warren @ Coast Magazine for the amazing photos of the last couple of projects. We are in the upcoming edition of the Coast Magazine

Offset your Building Footprint

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We realize our clients want a lifestyle in an area which is known for its natural beauty. We appreciate that each home we build has an impact on our environment. Johnson and Innes strive to use as many sustainable products as possible. We also recycle and sort materials and scraps left over. We use 100% green energy at head office and recycle office materials. Carbon credits are a way you can remove your personal impact on the greenhouse effect and thereby remove your contribution to climate change. Therefore we offer as an optional inclusion a carbon credit package through Carbon planet to remove the impact of building your new home. Visit Carbon Planet for further information or just ask us how.

Moving to Phillip Island?

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Our Company realizes that moving into your new home can be a stressful time. Especially when kids have to change schools and you don't know any of the locals. We can help. Our team can organize your kids school enrolments, kids day-care bookings, and the simple task of setting up your home. We can introduce you to a whole new network of local contacts to help your transition. When you build with us you get an entire package.

Design in your hands

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When designing your new home or renovation, design is up to you. Our company can use your floorplan ideas and turn them into reality. We believe that a home should be individual not mass produced. We have access to drafting experts and architects, engineers and energy rating experts. We can help you to select products to suit you budget. When you deal with our company you are dealing with registered and qualified tradespeople on site therefore we keep a close eye on your design.

Land For Sale

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If you are thinking of building or renovating with us but haven't found a block of land or existing house, then visit Real Estate.com.au There are still great blocks around. In Cowes for instance you can choose from blocks of land in a new estate called Seagrove Estate. There are views of the Westernport Bay from the higher blocks. Seagrove have just released some new blocks. Check out the link for the latest information. If Surfing is more your goal then check out Surf Beach Estate, Sunderland Bay and Smiths Beach and spectacular Ventnor.

Electrical Map of your Home

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When planning the floor plan of your new project or if looking at your new set of plans, you will need to carefully think of the location of your power outlets and Television points. There is an expanding range of new products on the market which enable you to split Television Power and Audio, Broadband Connections throughout your home. In order to help you decide what your needs are please visit the Clipsal website here Clipsal has a downloadable planner and Project Planner to help advise you of your needs. Our electrical contractor can then install these products.

Design Your Space

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If you are interested in listening to up to date podcasts on Architecture an Building click here You can download and listen on your ipod. If you are looking for ideas on design and what constitutes well designed houses and space visit Alain De Bottons Website hereIt is sometimes well worth listening to different options and opinions about design.

Our Office Location

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We are located at Factory 9/ 30 The Concourse, Cowes, Victoria 3922. We cater for projects based on and around Phillip Island. The office is open on weekdays. We are happy to come and talk to you about your upcoming project. You can give us a call on 59521311 or email us by clicking on our mini logo in the sidebar.

We are happy to take on extensions and modifications to your existing home or new projects. If you are finding it hard to design your floor plan and facade and can't find anything out there that suits your lifestyle then its worth calling us.

The business is run by 2 partners who are both fully qualified and insured along with a dedicated team of Tradespeople, Interior decorators, draftsmen, architects and engineers. We are fully registered for residential and commercial projects.

We hold current qualifications and are constantly upgrading to meet your expectations. We are also fully up to date with new product ranges and are happy to hear your ideas.

Commencing A New Project

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Commencing a New Project

Local laws
Councils in Victoria have local laws to ensure building
sites are safe, the community is not significantly
inconvenienced and council property is not damaged.
Local laws will normally cover such things as:

Storage of building materials and waste on the
paths, roads or nature strips
Fencing of the building site
Use of council rubbish bins
Mud and other waste going into the stormwater
systems
Times of the day when building work is allowed.
Before you begin any work, you must ensure that
you are fully aware of the local laws that apply in
your area. As you, the property owner, are ultimately
responsible for compliance with these laws, it is
essential that you ensure you are correctly informed.
Inspections
Inspections are an integral part of the permit process.
With new homes, for example, the building surveyor
will inspect your property:
Prior to the placement of footings
When the frame is up
Other times deemed necessary by your building
surveyor, and
When your building is ready to be occupied.

Johnson and Innes will ring the building surveyor to arrange
these inspections. If they have not taken place, you may not be authorised to
occupy your building once the work is completed.
Sometimes your building surveyor will issue
instructions to your builder as a result of one of
these inspections. Any direction from your building
surveyor will be put in writing and your builder
must follow that advice. Sometimes a bank will
require evidence from a building surveyor about
building progress in order to release further
payments, in which case you should request a
written report following each inspection.

Occupancy permits

Once the building project is complete, the building
surveyor will undertake the final inspection and issue
either an occupancy permit or a certificate of final
inspection depending on the nature of the project. In
order to get this certificate or permit, you may need
to obtain certificates from tradesmen on the project,
such as:
A plumbing certificate
A glazing certificate
An electrical certificate
An insulation certificate
A termite certificate, if in a termite area.

It is essential that you obtain a copy of either the
occupancy permit or the certificate of final inspection
as this signifies that you can legally occupy the
building. You should retain this certificate in case you
are ever asked for it.
For more information please refer to the
Building Commission link on our links.

Parker & Morgan Fold Down Beds

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Considering life on Phillip Island consists of many visitors over the Holiday months we can recommend a fantastic solution to your bedding difficulties. Parker & Morgan can supply a range of fold down beds which look stylish and can be placed in a larger room. They look fantastic and with a majority of newer family homes having larger rumpus rooms this is an unobtrusive answer for you next influx of family and friends.
Visit Parker & Morgan by clicking here.

Choosing your Colour Scheme

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When you are about to embark on decorating a room, it is a great idea to have some kind of guide. By looking in the latest Magazines like Vogue or Belle you can see fabrics and colours which can help guide your decisions. A couple of rules of thumb are that the colours should have a relationship to one another. Fabric samples are a great place to start. If you tend to get bored with colours and styles. It is a good idea to choose a neutral base. Your walls and furniture can remain fairly refrained but you can add elements of colour and unique design whenever you need a change. We have access to all the latest fabric ranges offered through Sanderson, Mokum and Warwick Textiles to help with your interior decorating.

Japanese Style

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We have access to the latest building products from Japan. If you have special requests with an extensions on existing homes or you wish to build traditional Japanese styles we can help, just ask us how.
日本語で：
[私達は日本で最新建築の製品を入手する事ができます。もし家の増築などを含めた特別な依頼や伝統的な日本様式の建築をご希望される方は、私たちにお尋ね下さい。お手伝い致します。』

McKenzie Road Project

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A new year has brought a new start for a couple embarking on a new chapter of their lives. This large ranch style home includes a huge family room and communal space along with many private spaces and generous bathrooms. The property is gorgeous and even has a fresh supply of yabbies in the dam. We are very pleased as are the new neighbors..Welcome to Phillip Island.

Projects almost Completed

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We have a couple of projects that are both Custom built homes which are almost completed. One is a renovation which involved an older style 2 storey beach house having a new lower level and new garage with an extra bathroom and living area. The addition is very modern and sleek and instantly adds an up to date appearance to the house. The clients are very pleased with the result and have already enjoyed having family and friends stay over the busy holiday season.

James Hardie Cladding

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These pictures show some great cladding ideas using the James Hardie Range of products. They are fairly low in cost and as long as you don't mix too many different styles and choose a simple color palette you are going to come out with some spectacular results.

Our Office Location

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Phillip Island is growing in popularity due mainly to its close proximity to the CBD. The South Gippsland Highway which links the Island to the city is improving and over the next 12 months will have a dual lane in both directions. The latest Census is not yet available but until July 2007-Here is a snapshot.

Our land
Area: 100.3 sq. kms1
Approx 100 km of coastline (inc Churchill Island)
Our people
Age Structure 2001 Census
1 est 2031 1b
0-9 years 827 (12%) 1,192 (8%)
10-19 years 803 (11%) 1,259 (8%)
20-39 years 1,481 (21%) 2,796 (18%)
40-64 years 2,288 (33%) 5,091 (34%)
65+ 1,593 (23%) 4,793(32%)
Total 6,992 15,131
Born overseas
116.7%
Family Structure
1(2001)
Single Parent Families 14.7%
Couples with Children 31.3%
Couples without Children 54%

School Attendance
2(2006)
Primary 645
Secondary 550

Holiday Homes
3 5,876
-Owned more than 11 years 43%
-Owners planning to retire here 86% Our economyOur economy
Average Taxable Income
5(2004) Unemployment Rate6(June 06)
Phillip Island $34,542 Phillip Island 6.5% Victoria 5.3%
Victoria $42,816 Country Victoria 6.4% Australia 5.0%

Australian Motor Cycle Grand Prix
Attendance 93,531 (2006)