A very important material that went into the construction of our house is love! And unfortunately, we think that is something that is missing from so many modern-day constructions.
The majority of the build was done by ourselves – David took charge of the building site while Ella took project management and general TA duties. It was certainly a test for a newly married couple, but also a great collaborative achievement.
So many people pitched in and helped with the build – a few hired tradies, but also an enormous number of family and friends, who came with willing hands to work like slaves for nothing other than a cup of tea and toasted sandwich! And of course, the joy of making something worthwhile for someone you love.
Being hands-on and sharing the build with so many special people means every part of the house is filled with memories – this house was built as a community, with heart and purpose and soul.
David, Ella and Zavier would like to thank and acknowledge the following people who voluntarily gave their time, tools, knowledge and/or equipment to make our house happen:
Adrian Mason
Amanda Fairs
Andrea Salmond
Angela Petrow
Barry Green
Danielle Perrie
Gemma Warburton
Geoff Faro
Grahame Maesepp
Jamie Shuttleworth
Jane Sandeman
Jim Potter
John Hall
John Paul Collins
Jonathan Potter
Kathryn Barlow
Lynne Hall
Marianne Perrie
Matt Berrigan
Maxine Potter
Maxwell Maesepp
Nadirah Potter
Peter Potter
Phil Pink
Scott Warburton
Simon Devinish
Simon Potter
Tenelle Quartermaine
Zinnia Browne