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Not every building company can say their team goes back to high school, but ours does.The guys at Above Building have kn...
29/05/2026

Not every building company can say their team goes back to high school, but ours does.

The guys at Above Building have known each other for years, long before any of this. That history means something on site. There's a level of trust, communication, and accountability that you can't manufacture. Everyone knows how each other works, and that makes a difference on every single project we run.

A tight knit team with no dramas and a shared standard for how work should be done. That's not something we take for granted.

It also means our clients get a crew that genuinely enjoys what they do and who they do it with. That comes through in the work.

Thinking about buying to renovate? It's worth doing your homework before you commit.We've put together a blog covering t...
27/05/2026

Thinking about buying to renovate? It's worth doing your homework before you commit.

We've put together a blog covering the seven most important things to look for when assessing a property. Getting this right before you buy can save a lot of headaches down the track and make the renovation process a whole lot smoother.

As builders who work through these projects every day, we see firsthand what sets a good renovation opportunity apart from a difficult one. A bit of knowledge early goes a long way.

Head to our blog and give it a read!

When this family first came to us they needed more room. The brief grew into a full transformation, new upper level and ...
25/05/2026

When this family first came to us they needed more room.

The brief grew into a full transformation, new upper level and a complete internal renovation of the existing home below.

Getting that transition right between the existing lower level and the new upper floor is one of the more demanding parts of this kind of project.

The tie-in work, the roofline, the facade all have to read as one cohesive home rather than two separate builds stacked on top of each other.

When it's done properly, you shouldn't be able to tell where the old ends and the new begins. That's exactly what we were aiming for here.

Images by Live by the Sea - Photography
Styling by Inside Out Real Estate Styling

Organic materials, warm tones, and an indoor to outdoor flow that just works.The interior of this home carries a lot of ...
22/05/2026

Organic materials, warm tones, and an indoor to outdoor flow that just works.

The interior of this home carries a lot of natural texture through the materials and finishes, and the brief was to carry that same warmth through to the outdoor entertaining area without it feeling like a hard stop at the door. When that transition is executed well, the two spaces feel like one.

Getting the levels right, the thresholds clean, and the materials to read consistently from inside to out is where the building work earns its keep. It's the kind of detail that's easy to overlook on paper but immediately felt when you're standing in the space.

The result is an entertaining area that feels like a natural extension of the home. Warm, inviting, and built to be used.

Architect: Archisoul Architects
Interior Designer: Bone Made
Joinery: Beaches Creative Kitchens
Photography: Nat Spada Photography
Styling: Holly Irvine Studio

20/05/2026

We come back to the Fairlight project a lot because the result still gets us every time.

This was a complete transformation of an older Fairlight home, and the challenge from the start was to elevate the whole thing without stripping out what made it special.

The charm of the original home was always worth keeping. Our job was to build around it, update what needed updating, and bring the whole thing up to a standard that will last.

Watching a before and after like this is a good reminder of why the planning and early decision making matters so much.

What you see in the after is the result of a lot of careful work behind the scenes before a single visible change was made.

The quality of what we deliver comes down to the people doing the work.Every project we take on is a reflection of the t...
18/05/2026

The quality of what we deliver comes down to the people doing the work.

Every project we take on is a reflection of the team behind it.

Our guys on the ground, the trades we work alongside, the architects, designers, and engineers we collaborate with. When everyone is across the detail and takes pride in what they're building, it shows in the finished product.

Attention to detail isn't something you can bolt on at the end. It runs through every stage of the build, from the framing and rough-in work through to the final fix and handover.

The standard has to be consistent throughout. We're proud of the projects we deliver and equally proud of the people we deliver them with.

That's what keeps the quality where it needs to be.

Through the wardrobe and into the ensuite. One of the better sequencing decisions on this Killarney Heights renovation.W...
15/05/2026

Through the wardrobe and into the ensuite. One of the better sequencing decisions on this Killarney Heights renovation.

Walking through the master wardrobe to reach the ensuite is a simple idea, but the ex*****on is what makes it feel considered.
The layout required careful planning around plumbing, waterproofing, and how the two spaces connect without compromising either one.

When the brief calls for something like this, the building work behind the walls matters just as much as what you see in front of them.

It's a private, functional space that works exactly as it should.

Fairlight has a lot of character in its older homes and this one was no different. Across the full renovation we were mi...
13/05/2026

Fairlight has a lot of character in its older homes and this one was no different.

Across the full renovation we were mindful of retaining that historic charm while bringing the whole home up to standard.

This is just a snapshot of the dining room, but it reflects the approach we took throughout the entire project. Working with the existing bones, respecting the details worth keeping, and carefully integrating the new work so nothing feels out of place.

Every decision on site has to be considered, and the trades need to be across the detail to pull it off properly.

The finished home has the warmth and character of the original, with everything built and finished to a high standard throughout.

This family needed more space, so we extended the upper floor and gave them exactly that.First-floor extensions require ...
11/05/2026

This family needed more space, so we extended the upper floor and gave them exactly that.

First-floor extensions require solid structural work from the ground up. Getting the load paths right, tying the new work back into the existing structure, and making sure everything is built to last is where the focus goes before anything else.

This space came together well and the family now has a living space that suits how they actually live. That's what it's all about.

One of the most common questions we get early in the process: do I actually need detailed plans before we start?The shor...
08/05/2026

One of the most common questions we get early in the process: do I actually need detailed plans before we start?

The short answer is yes, and we've broken down exactly why in our latest blog.

From what different plan types cover, to how they protect you as a client and keep the build running smoothly on our end, it's worth a read before you get too far into planning your renovation.

Good documentation before construction starts makes everything easier. Clearer decisions, fewer surprises, and a smoother build from start to finish.

Head to the link in our bio to read the full blog.

Our Killarney Heights renovation is a good example of how different elements can sit together without competing.Warm tim...
06/05/2026

Our Killarney Heights renovation is a good example of how different elements can sit together without competing.

Warm timber, marble, light floorboards, and VJ panelling on the ceiling.

Each material brings something to the space, and when they're specified and installed with care, the result speaks for itself.

It's the kind of detail that takes precision to execute well, and that's exactly how it was built.

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