Signup to slab down in 4 months: Arnel & Cristina’s Home Build Journey in Anketell
6 March 2026
Building a home is rarely just a transaction. It’s a series of milestones, decisions, and moments where a plan slowly becomes something real.
For Arnel and Cristina, their journey with B1 Homes began in September 2025 – and just a few months later, their home in Anketell is already taking shape, with brickwork now underway.
Their story is a great example of how a clear process, the right advice, and the right builder can turn what often feels overwhelming into a smooth and exciting experience.
The Beginning: Choosing the Right Design
Like many buyers building a new home in Perth’s growing southern corridor, Arnel and Cristina wanted a home design that would suit their lifestyle while remaining within budget.
They worked closely with Don Bautista from B1 Homes, who helped guide them through both the home design selection and securing their land.
In their own words:
“We’re incredibly thankful to Don Bautista at B1 Homes for helping us choose a home design that perfectly suits our lifestyle and budget. His practical advice and flexibility made it easy for us to personalise the layout just the way we wanted.”
For many clients, this early stage is where the biggest decisions happen – selecting the right home design, understanding the building process, and making sure everything aligns financially.
Having the right guidance can make all the difference.
Turning Plans Into Progress
Once their home design was locked in, Arnel and Cristina moved quickly through the early stages of the building journey.
Here’s how their timeline unfolded:
Arnel & Cristina’s Building Journey
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September 2025 – Signed up with B1 Homes
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September 2025 – Building contract finalised
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October 2025 – Prestart meeting completed
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October 2025 – Final documents signed
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November 2025 – Building permit approved
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January 2026 – Construction scheduled
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January 2026 – Concrete slab poured
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February 2026 – Brickwork now underway
Seeing the slab go down is always a major milestone. It’s the moment where drawings and paperwork officially become a physical home.
Not long after, brickwork began, marking the start of the structure rising from the slab.
Watching the Home Take Shape
Construction is now moving quickly on Arnel and Cristina’s home, with brickwork progressing on site.
For homeowners, this is often one of the most exciting stages of the journey. Walls start to form, room layouts become visible, and the home begins to look exactly like what was imagined during the design phase.
As Arnel shared in their review:
“Construction progress is faster than expected – brickwork is in progress!”
Speed matters when building a home, but so does communication and guidance throughout the process.
Arnel also highlighted the impact of having someone experienced to guide them:
“His knowledge and professionalism gave us real confidence that we made the right decision — and we’re excited for what’s ahead.”
Why More Buyers Are Building in Anketell
Located in Perth’s rapidly growing southern growth corridor, Anketell is becoming an increasingly popular location for new home builds.
The suburb offers:
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Easy access to Kwinana Freeway
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Proximity to major employment hubs including Kwinana and Cockburn
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New land estates designed for modern homes
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A quieter lifestyle while still being connected to the city
For buyers looking to build a new home in Perth’s south, suburbs like Anketell offer the space, affordability, and growth potential many are looking for.
Building With Confidence
For Arnel and Cristina, the journey so far has been about confidence in the process and knowing they made the right choice.
Their experience reflects what many B1 Homes clients value most:
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Practical advice when choosing a home design
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Support through securing land
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Clear communication during the building process
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Efficient construction timeframes
And with brickwork now underway, their home is well on its way to completion.
Thinking About Building Your Own Home?
If you’re considering building a home in Perth, whether you’re a first home buyer, next home buyer or investor, the right guidance early in the process can make everything smoother.
At B1 Homes, our team helps buyers move from land selection to construction quickly and confidently, with home designs tailored for Perth’s most popular block sizes.
Ready to explore your options?
👉 Speak with the B1 Homes team today and discover how we can help you start your own building journey.
