Upgrade everything— except your postcode.
We’re not here to patch and paint. We’re here to rethink how your home works—then renovate it from the inside out. Smarter layouts, more space, better performance. No bandaid fixes. Just whole-home solutions that make sense for Canberra living.
Whole-home renovations:
- Complete internal renovations and redesigns
- Rear and side home extensions
- Second-storey additions
- Open-plan conversions
- Energy efficiency & healthy home upgrades
Every project is custom-designed to suit your lifestyle, your site, and your budget.
Why build with us?
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Custom home design
Our in-house design team brings together your vision, site, and way of living to create spaces that feel open, calm, and considered—where natural light, airflow, and connection to the outdoors are part of everyday life. Through thoughtful planning, sustainable materials, and healthy home design principles, we shape homes that support your health, reflect your values, and feel good to live in—now and over time.
2
Demolition, done right
We don’t just knock things down—we do it responsibly. Our demolition team ensures up to 75% of materials are recycled, reducing waste and giving old materials a second life. You can feel good knowing your project is starting with sustainability at its core.
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Healthy, sustainable homes built to last
We’re Healthy Home specialists, and sustainability isn’t a trend for us—it’s in our DNA. Our homes breathe better, reducing condensation and mould, unlike 40% of new builds. Stylish, energy-efficient, and built to stand the test of time, our homes are designed for your health and the planet’s—now and for years to come.
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A genuinely ‘Fixed’ price
We believe in a fixed price, and we mean fixed. Everything is included—no hidden costs, no unexpected extras. From day one, you’ll know exactly what you’re paying, and we’ll keep you in the loop so there are no surprises along the way.
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Top-notch communication
We understand construction can be disruptive, so clear communication is our priority—not just with you, but with your neighbours too. Because we only take on a small number of builds at a time, you’ll have direct access to our Director, Mark, throughout the project. Expect real-time updates, site photos, and quick answers—keeping everything smooth and stress-free for everyone involved.
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Local expertise
Born and bred in Canberra, we know this city like the back of our hand—whether you’re on the ‘right side’ of the lake or the ‘other side.’ We understand the quirks of each suburb, from north to south, and work closely with local regulations to build homes that’ll have all Canberrans nodding in approval.
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Custom homes, your way
Your home, your way! Whether you’ve got a vision or need a little help bringing it to life, we’ll design a home that’s 100% you. Got your own plans? No worries, we’re happy to collaborate with local architects too! We can advise on Healthy Homes, sustainability, and feasibility factors as well.
From stress-free to turnkey
What to expect from a large-scale renovation journey
01
Site visit
Let’s kick things off with a friendly chat about your vision. We’ll talk about your ideas for your new home and take a look at your site together—so you know what’s possible from the very start!
02
Design
We invest extra time in design to ensure every detail and material is spot-on. Our designers, with Mark, work closely with you to create a modern, spacious, and beautiful home that reflects your style and budget—making design fun, stress-free, and transparent.
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Fixed Pricing
Cost is key in planning your new home, so we offer upfront pricing—no hidden fees or surprises. We work with you to set a clear, fixed price from the start, ensuring you understand every detail. Our transparency not only simplifies the process but also keeps a big smile on your face!
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Approvals
Approvals can be a headache, but not with us! We handle all permits and council requirements with a “no surprises” promise. You’ll get regular updates via progress meetings and tools like BuilderTrend—so you’re always informed, confident, and at ease.
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Build
After approvals and site prep, our expert team builds your home to the highest standards using premium, sustainable materials—while keeping our fixed price promise. Enjoy regular site visits and real-time updates via BuilderTrend, so you’re always in the loop.
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Handover
Before handing over the keys, we perform a comprehensive final inspection to ensure every detail is perfect. Then, with excitement and pride, we hand over the keys to your brand-new home—ready for you to start your next chapter.
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Aftercare
Our aftercare has your back. We include an industry-leading 6-month defect period, 10-year structural warranty, and first-year maintenance. We’ll check in at 1 and 6 months to handle seasonal tweaks, fix minor issues, and keep your home feeling brand new.
“That responsibility allowed us to relax and know we would come home to something special.”
Andrew, Forrest
More room.
More remarkable.
Our renovations are big-picture—think full internal reconfigurations, second-storey additions, structural extensions, and thermal performance upgrades.
With decades of combined experience in Canberra home renovations, our team knows how to balance practicality with liveability. We deliver homes that look and feel brand new—without demolishing what’s already working.
Approvals. Overlays. EERs. Handled.
Canberra’s climate, block shapes and planning rules make every renovation unique. As local builders, we know the territory:
- EER regulations – We build to exceed Canberra’s energy efficiency standards
- Orientation matters – We maximise natural light and passive heating
- Heritage and zoning – We manage approvals and work within ACT planning frameworks
- Bushfire compliance – We select materials and designs to suit your BAL rating
Start with design. Finish with certainty.
We don’t just build homes—we help shape them early, so they actually make it to site. Every design decision is tested against budget, buildability, and performance before construction begins.
FAQs
Design and approvals usually take 3–6 months. Construction timelines vary based on scope but average between 4–9 months.
Most major home renovations in Canberra will require Development Approval. We take care of all paperwork and liaise with ACTPLA, certifiers and heritage teams where needed.
Sometimes, yes. It depends on the renovation size and staging. We’ll advise early on whether living in is realistic or whether moving out short-term will save you time and cost.
Absolutely. We design and build with performance in mind—adding insulation, better glazing, ventilation and passive solar design to reduce energy use and running costs.
Renovating can be cheaper for minor updates, but once you alter more than 50% of the existing structure, the NCC requires you to bring the whole home up to code—pushing costs up fast. A knockdown rebuild often delivers better value long-term, with no hidden surprises and a brand-new home built to modern standards.
The 50% rule
(and why it matters)
Not sure whether to renovate or knock down? If you’re planning to change more than 50% of your home’s structure, you’ll likely trigger extra planning requirements—at which point a knockdown rebuild can often be more cost-effective. It also comes with fewer compromises: no working around outdated layouts, no guessing what’s behind the walls, and no hidden surprises like asbestos or wood rot.
But if your home’s got good bones, you love the character, or you’ve got space to extend with a few smart layout tweaks, a renovation or extension can still deliver serious impact—especially in Canberra, where planning overlays and heritage controls can make working with what you’ve got the more strategic option.
Why start with the builder?
Most homes are designed in isolation—then value-engineered into something else entirely. We design with construction in mind from the start, so what’s drawn is what gets built.
Good design means nothing if it can’t be built properly. Properly means the design holds up when it meets real-world constraints—budget, materials, structure, timing, and site conditions. It means details are resolved early, not guessed on site later. It means the home performs as intended, not just visually but in how it feels to live in—light, airflow, comfort, durability.
When design isn’t grounded in construction, things start to shift. Costs creep. Details get simplified. Materials get swapped. What looked great in a render is quickly compromised to make it work.
We avoid that. By shaping and pressure-testing the design early, we make sure what’s designed can actually be delivered—without shortcuts, surprises, or rework. We get involved early to make sure every decision holds up—on paper, on site, and in real life.
We work in two ways, depending on how you want to approach your project:
1. If you already have an architect or designer
We collaborate closely with your team—reviewing and refining the design to ensure it holds up against budget, buildability, and construction realities before anything is locked in.
2. We can design your home in-house
If you’d prefer a more integrated approach this is the better option for you. Our team brings design and construction together from the start—creating a home that’s considered, cohesive, and ready to be built properly.
Too often, homes are beautifully resolved in drawings, only to be redesigned later to meet cost or complexity. We avoid that completely. By resolving the details early, we protect the integrity of the design and reduce compromise down the track.
The result is a smoother path to build, clearer decisions, and a home that feels consistent from concept through to completion.
