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Plassey

This Plassey Street renovation was a bold reimagining of a compact family home, carefully extended and upgraded to support modern family living. The project included a small extension to add two new bedrooms and a family bathroom, along with a new ensuite, laundry, and an expanded kitchen and dining area that opens onto a generous rear deck.

Client:
Mark & Kerry
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Architect:
Simply Architecture
Year Completed:
2024
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Challenges

One of the main challenges in this renovation was achieving a cohesive flow between the existing home and the new extension. The project involved significant reconfiguration—adding bedrooms, bathrooms, and open-plan living spaces—so it was crucial that the new areas felt integrated both in structure and finish.

Another critical factor was timing. The clients had moved out for the duration of the renovation, so sticking to the construction programme was essential. With a full internal overhaul and a tight sequence of trades, delivering the home on time demanded strong coordination, reliable systems, and a clear plan from day one.

Solutions

Our team took full ownership of bringing the architect’s plans to life—managing every detail on site to ensure the build matched the intended design while also meeting our own high construction standards. We paid close attention to continuity, ensuring that the new cladding, flooring, and interior finishes complemented the original home.

From a project management perspective, we ran a tight schedule, maintained open communication with the clients, and kept all trades aligned from start to finish. Thanks to this structured approach and consistent follow-through, we delivered the completed renovation right on our originally proposed handover date—giving Mark and Kerry peace of mind and a smooth return home.

Outcome

The finished home is cohesive, contemporary, and bursting with personality. The extension has given the clients the additional space they needed while the new kitchen and bathroom layouts have transformed the home’s functionality and feel. Natural light now pours into previously dim areas, and the rear deck provides an easy flow to outdoor living.

Most importantly, the renovation reflects who Mark and Kerry are. Every detail was carefully considered and beautifully executed, resulting in a home that feels fresh, welcoming, and designed to be lived in.

We worked with Drinkrow Builders for an extension and new fit out for our 1950s weatherboard home. Professional right from the get go. Timely, efficient, logistics, everything was excellent. Timeframe from beginning to end of build was flawless. Communication between them and us was awesome. Very easy to talk things through. Highly recommend to anyone thinking of starting a home building project.
Mark & Kerry
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