Hidden Canyon in Irvine
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Post construction.
I've got a REALLY solid cabinet guy if anyone is interested.
My point is...even if you "upgrade" the cabinets...you're just paying for the wood doors. All of the boxes and structural elements (shelves, drawers, etc.) are all standard attached townhouse stuff. To me, that's like throwing on a Ferrari fiberglass kit on top of a Fiero (no offense to any Pontiac fanboys here).
But to each his own...most buyers won't know the difference, but once you cross this line, there's no going back.
So does he just replace the doors/drawers or the entire cabinet?
Absolutely. Cabinets Etc in Huntington Beach. Joe is the owner.
http://www.yelp.com/biz/cabinets-etc-huntington-beach
Hmm.. That doesn't sound good at all.
How the hell could they set MDF cabinet as "UPGRADE" over Wood cabinet, just because wood cabinet doesn't have white color option?
They rip more profit off at people's preferences even thou the materials(MDF) are cheaper?
That's a business ethic issue... I would be so disappointed at TB if this was true.
You must also saw the price tag for these tiles, just wait till you see the quote for these tiles from the design center.
Looks like you may consider doing flooring after the closing from outside contractors. And if you are looking for porcelain or natural stone tile, I'd highly recommend these following places.
Walker Zanger.
Ann Sacks
Porcelanosa
These three vendor are very high end, with incredible selections and amazing showrooms. I think their selection would fit homes in HC very nicely.
The price tag for the Arizona tiles were not too high surprisingly. I think it was around 5 to 6 dollars per sq ft.
eyephone said:
Post construction.
I've got a REALLY solid cabinet guy if anyone is interested.My point is...even if you "upgrade" the cabinets...you're just paying for the wood doors. All of the boxes and structural elements (shelves, drawers, etc.) are all standard attached townhouse stuff. To me, that's like throwing on a Ferrari fiberglass kit on top of a Fiero (no offense to any Pontiac fanboys here).
But to each his own...most buyers won't know the difference, but once you cross this line, there's no going back.
the dancer
New member
Hi Gasman, Can you cabinet guy also replicate the furniture package with cabinets up to ceiling? I love the white cabinet color but do not like the thermafoil or mdf feel. HC only offers standard thermafoil or upgraded in mdf for white colors. If so, please share his number with me. Much thanks for suggestion.
gasman said:eyephone said:
Post construction.
My point is...even if you "upgrade" the cabinets...you're just paying for the wood doors. All of the boxes and structural elements (shelves, drawers, etc.) are all standard attached townhouse stuff. To me, that's like throwing on a Ferrari fiberglass kit on top of a Fiero (no offense to any Pontiac fanboys here).
But to each his own...most buyers won't know the difference, but once you cross this line, there's no going back.
So does he just replace the doors/drawers or the entire cabinet?
the dancer
New member
Actually for the white cabinets, if you look at the label on the back it states thermafoil for the standard and mdf for the upgrades level 3 and 4. This only applies to the white color cabinet. The other 5 colors are wood.
the dancer said:
Absolutely. Cabinets Etc in Huntington Beach. Joe is the owner.
http://www.yelp.com/biz/cabinets-etc-huntington-beach
marutaro said:
Hmm.. That doesn't sound good at all.
How the hell could they set MDF cabinet as "UPGRADE" over Wood cabinet, just because wood cabinet doesn't have white color option?
They rip more profit off at people's preferences even thou the materials(MDF) are cheaper?
That's a business ethic issue... I would be so disappointed at TB if this was true.
irvinebullhousing
Well-known member
White paint on MDF or wood really looks exactly the same, but once you put your hands on it and the feel will be complete different. Being a luxury home builder, if this is the case then this is really bad. An investment of this large should get the best.
Hi Everyone!
I'm new here and have read through the entire thread over the past few weeks. My wife and I are planning on purchasing a home in Hidden Canyon so it's nice to have this forum available!
I do have a couple questions that even the TB reps don't have answers for.
1. Do any of the homes come with attics for extra storage space? One TB rep said she "thinks" she saw one of the workers climbing into a crawl space, but she doesn't know for sure.
2. We've been told there is no landscaping or hardscaping provided by TB, they just do the house only. Does that mean you just get a dirt lot in the front and back yards, and you're on your own? Is there at least a driveway and walkway up to the door in front?
3. Who will provide cable/internet service to Hidden Canyon? I'm assuming Cox?
Thanks!
I'm new here and have read through the entire thread over the past few weeks. My wife and I are planning on purchasing a home in Hidden Canyon so it's nice to have this forum available!
I do have a couple questions that even the TB reps don't have answers for.
1. Do any of the homes come with attics for extra storage space? One TB rep said she "thinks" she saw one of the workers climbing into a crawl space, but she doesn't know for sure.
2. We've been told there is no landscaping or hardscaping provided by TB, they just do the house only. Does that mean you just get a dirt lot in the front and back yards, and you're on your own? Is there at least a driveway and walkway up to the door in front?
3. Who will provide cable/internet service to Hidden Canyon? I'm assuming Cox?
Thanks!
irvinehomeowner
Well-known member
@Evo:
Welcome to TI and the infamous Hidden Canyon thread.
For cable, most likely it will be Cox but you may also be able to get AT&T U-Verse.
Most homes have attics, but new home attics aren't usually built for storage so you may have to do some after move-in work (I don't think "Finished Attic" is a Design Center option).
Welcome to TI and the infamous Hidden Canyon thread.
For cable, most likely it will be Cox but you may also be able to get AT&T U-Verse.
Most homes have attics, but new home attics aren't usually built for storage so you may have to do some after move-in work (I don't think "Finished Attic" is a Design Center option).
Irvine Dream
New member
Hah. That explains why Taylor Morrison homes have a concrete step in to the California Room enevthough they don't provide a concrete slab. thanks.NYT said:
irvine99 said:
You must also saw the price tag for these tiles, just wait till you see the quote for these tiles from the design center.
Looks like you may consider doing flooring after the closing from outside contractors. And if you are looking for porcelain or natural stone tile, I'd highly recommend these following places.
Walker Zanger.
Ann Sacks
Porcelanosa
These three vendor are very high end, with incredible selections and amazing showrooms. I think their selection would fit homes in HC very nicely.
lnc said:irvine99 said:
You must also saw the price tag for these tiles, just wait till you see the quote for these tiles from the design center.
Looks like you may consider doing flooring after the closing from outside contractors. And if you are looking for porcelain or natural stone tile, I'd highly recommend these following places.
Walker Zanger.
Ann Sacks
Porcelanosa
These three vendor are very high end, with incredible selections and amazing showrooms. I think their selection would fit homes in HC very nicely.
The price tag for the Arizona tiles were not too high surprisingly. I think it was around 5 to 6 dollars per sq ft.