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If you like where you live - the location, schools, your neighbours (let’s face it, good neighbours are a blessing) and your garden - moving may not be an option. So what do you do with your home if it doesn’t meet your families current needs.
Stamp duty is a major consideration and with a median house price in metropolitan Melbourne nudging a million dollars the stamp duty alone is $55,000. Start looking at the more expensive suburbs around Melbourne and this figure can quickly double or triple.
If you’re going to stay at your current address the next consideration is do you extend and renovate my existing home, or would you be better off with a fresh start?
Obviously cost and borrowing capacity is a major consideration. But have you considered streetscape character and the waste that is generated in demolishing entire structures?
Old homes have character that is not easily repeated in new home builds. And they have been built to last – how is it that character homes can look so good despite being decades old? Watch any advertisement on the television if the ad has anything to do with family there will be an older style home in the background. They are familiar and welcoming and can have a soul of their own.
Hear from clients who have transformed their homes using Supa Group
Is it cheaper to extend or knockdown and rebuild? This is the most common question we get. The cost comparison between extending a home and knocking it down for a complete rebuild depends on various factors, including the scope of the project, location, and specific design preferences.
A complete knockdown rebuild generally involves a higher estimated cost, including demolition, landscaping, rent, and site work.
Estimate costs on seconded storey extension which would involve converting a 3 bedroom + 1 bathroom + 1 living into a 2 storey, 5 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, 2 living area space.
Total approx $350,000*
*Conditions apply
Total approx $1,030,000*
*Conditions apply
A well-planned extension is likely to take around 6 months, versus a knockdown rebuild which will be around that 12-month plus mark.
Time is money, so make sure you understand the exact timelines with your builder and work out which option is best for your family situation.
Extending your home, is not just about adding space it's about making your home unique to your lifestyle.
Many knockdown rebuilds can be off-the-plan homes, so be sure to document your requirements and get the levels of customisation you need in your project.
Knocking down your house essentially leaves you without a home for a period of time. So consider the current market conditions and the risks involved in a full knockdown. With an extension, you are adding to an existing home so naturally there is less risk associated with it.
The state of the construction industry, including labour costs and availability of skilled workers, can significantly impact the feasibility of a knockdown rebuild and a home extension. In a booming building economy, labour and material costs tend to rise, potentially affecting the budget for a complete rebuild. Always factor in current market conditions to help guide you to the right solution.
On properties with a heritage overlay, often, an extension is the only allowable option. Maintaining the character of your home should be a major factor in your decision-making process.
Local planning regulations and zoning restrictions can significantly impact your project. Before making a choice, it's essential to understand these constraints thoroughly. A complete rebuild may require adhering to newer, potentially stricter regulations, which could limit design flexibility and increase costs. Conversely, extending within the existing structure may provide more leeway while still complying with established guidelines.
Why knockdown something if it can be rebuilt, an extension is no doubt a better for the environment.
If you have already spent money renovating the kitchen or re-stumping, then knocking down the house is like pouring money down the drain so if you are goign down that path always consider what can be recycled into the new build
Have a look at our recent projects to get a feel for the type of transformation you can expect in your own home. Get ideas, be inspired, and then we’ll create your perfect home.
Transform your home into a space built for your family – contact us today, and let's design your multi-generational dream home extension together!
Learn moreOur building supervisor Braidon Marshall was absolutely fantastic. He was friendly, approachable and accessible when we had a few issues out of hours. We sprung a leak on one rather rainy night, and he came to the rescue after his birthday dinner no less!
Thank you so much for the spectacular job you have done. We are very happy with the outcome and it was an absolute pleasure working with all of you. We appreciate the expertise, honesty and care we received throughout the renovation.
Despite all the stories you hear about how difficult building can be it was a fairly painless process thanks to the professionalism of the Supa Group team and the quality of their people. We even lived in the house throughout the process.
Very happy with our recent renovation with Supa Group. Just like another reviewer, we wasted time and money trying to go through an architect. Supa Group’s design was far superior and more cost-effective.
We were particularly impressed by the job’s completion on time, despite some weather delays.
Thank you for the wonderful extension that Supa Group added to our home. We now have a great indoor/outdoor open plan living space that our family loves spending time together in.
I thoroughly recommend Supa Group as their customer-first policy and workmanship has been of the highest quality.
Transform your home into a space built for your family – contact us today, and let's design your multigenerational dream home extension together!
See our service areasHome extensions offer notable advantages such as the preservation of existing architectural character, a potentially lower cost compared to a full rebuild, and the ability to expand living space without relocating.
They can also enhance property value. However, available space or zoning regulations may limit extensions, and the construction process can temporarily disrupt daily life.
Careful planning and budget considerations are essential to ensure the advantages of a home extension outweigh any potential drawbacks.
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We have found that a lot of our clients like their current home, it’s just that they have growing needs. Extending is a great way to retain the key parts of the home you already like and still achieve an outcome that satisfies those needs without having to throw the baby out with the bathwater.
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