Clients Mark and Nerissa approached Dependabuild in the early planning stages with a clear vision: to expand their home with a luxurious new master suite, a functional office, a concealed butler’s pantry, and a more open and connected kitchen and living space. With a focus on detail and craftsmanship, we worked closely with them from concept to completion to bring their dream to life.

The project began with the demolition of the existing garage and removal of a key external wall. This enabled us to extend the home by approximately 80m² of internal space—creating room for a spacious master bedroom, walk-in robe, ensuite, dedicated office, and pantry. The extension was carefully integrated into the existing home, maintaining flow, function, and visual consistency throughout.

To ensure a seamless blend of old and new, Dependabuild coordinated closely with other trades. The new Colorbond roof flows perfectly from the original tiled roof, and four skylights were strategically placed to bring in natural light where new windows weren’t feasible—enhancing brightness and openness across the home.

To support the open-plan design, our team installed two large structural steel beams, one weighing over 500kg, enabling the removal of interior walls and allowing the new rafters and ceiling joists to span the updated layout. The existing floors were completely removed, and the subfloor was levelled to ensure a smooth transition throughout. New timber flooring was then installed across the home.

High-quality custom joinery was built and fitted in the master suite, walk-in robe, and bedroom two. In the ensuite, no detail was overlooked—featuring sensor-activated LED lighting beneath the floating vanity and within the shower niche to deliver elegant, ambient lighting and a refined finish.

The laundry was also transformed, featuring V-groove panelling as a design feature and to unify the cabinetry style across the home. A timber feature wall with integrated lighting adds depth and warmth, setting the tone for a calm, contemporary interior.

We can’t wait to share the final photos of this beautiful transformation. We hope everyone enjoys seeing the progress of this project and the care, thought, and craftsmanship that went into every detail.

Planning your own renovation or extension?

If you're looking to create a more functional, beautiful, and connected home, get in touch with Dependabuild. Our team can help bring your vision to life.

Dependabuild was engaged by our client Heather to undertake a thoughtful transformation of her home in North Curl Curl. From the outset, it was clear that maintaining the charm of the original front façade was a top priority. With that in mind, our team approached the project with care—preserving heritage elements while delivering a striking modern extension to the rear.

The renovation began with significant excavation and demolition, including carefully removing the rear section of the home. We poured a new lower ground slab, built and waterproofed a solid block retaining wall, and began framing the new structure to integrate seamlessly with the existing house.

Moving to the ground floor, we constructed towering walls and installed rafters to create a sense of volume and height. The original tiled roof was upgraded to a Colorbond finish, working closely with roofing specialists for a seamless result.

To allow for highline, remote-operated windows and increased ceiling height, we built a custom box gutter system above the existing roofline. These windows now flood the space with natural light and encourage cross-ventilation throughout the day.

Externally, the entire home was wrapped in Pro Clima sarking and battened to promote airflow behind the cladding. The front of the home was finished in a style that respects its original character, while the rear features a sleek, contemporary cladding to highlight the new addition.

A spacious rear deck was also added, complete with blackbutt timber, an oversized sliding door for indoor-outdoor flow, and a custom balustrade to complement the new architecture.

We are now nearing completion of Stage One, and are proud to share the incredible progress made so far. While the lower ground floor remains unsheeted for the time being, the structure is completely watertight, secure, and ready for the next stage.

Planning your own renovation or extension?

If you're looking to create a more functional, beautiful, and connected home, get in touch with Dependabuild. Our team can help bring your vision to life.

 Our North Turramurra ground floor extension is a significant transformation, designed to blend seamlessly with the original home and create the feel of a space that’s always been there. By continuing the existing brickwork and roof framing, we’re ensuring a cohesive, high-quality finish that complements the home’s character.

The extension includes a luxurious new master suite featuring a private sitting area, home office, expansive walk-in robe, and a beautifully appointed ensuite. In addition, a second spacious bedroom with its own walk-in robe and ensuite adds further comfort and flexibility to the home.

To date, the project has involved extensive excavation works, the construction of engineered block retaining walls, comprehensive site drainage, as well as detailed formwork and steel installation. After several weeks of wet weather setbacks, we’ve reached a major milestone with the successful pouring of the concrete slab—laying the foundation for the next stage of the build.

The scope also includes a new lower-level driveway slab, further retaining walls, and full landscaping works to tie it all together.

We’re excited to continue sharing progress as the build unfolds and look forward to seeing this beautiful project completed later this year.

Planning your own renovation or extension?

If you're looking to create a more functional, beautiful, and connected home, get in touch with Dependabuild. Our team can help bring your vision to life.