Tom's Coastal Knockdown Rebuild

Tom had owned a modest fibro cottage in Henley Beach for 15 years. With the land now worth significantly more than the house, he decided to demolish and build his forever home — a three-storey coastal residence maximising ocean views.

With a $1.8 million construction budget, Tom needed expert guidance to navigate the complex process of designing and building a high-end coastal home without budget blowouts.

Our Designer Select service connected Tom with an architect specialising in coastal homes who understood how to maximise views while meeting council requirements. The design process was collaborative and efficient.

Builder Select introduced Tom to premium builders experienced in high-end coastal construction. Throughout the 18-month build, our Build Control service verified every progress claim and monitored quality at each stage.

Tom's stunning three-storey coastal home was completed at $1.87 million — within 5% of the original budget despite market cost increases during construction. The home features panoramic ocean views from every level.

Independent oversight throughout the build ensured premium quality and gave Tom confidence that every dollar was well spent on his forever home.