I help homeowners decide whether, how and how much to renovate, before they spend the money. I'm not a builder, architect or real estate agent. I'm the independent person on your side of the table.
The six services below follow the renovation journey, but they aren't steps you have to take in order. If you're thinking about buying a house, you might start with a Property Potential Assessment. If you've already bought your forever home, you might go straight to a Renovation Strategy. If your plans are done and you need the finishes chosen, Renovation Design is the place to start.
Service 1 of 6
The Renovation Reality Check
Should I renovate?
For homeowners at the beginning who want an experienced, independent opinion before committing to a major renovation. I look at the property, your objectives, your proposed renovation and your initial budget to work out whether the project makes sense and what you should consider before going ahead.
It can include:
- Pre-consultation questionnaire
- Review of property information, photos and plans
- A 90-minute consultation
- Your renovation objectives
- Initial feasibility
- Budget discussion
- Key risks and considerations
- Recommended next steps
- A written summary afterwards
Best for: homeowners who are unsure whether to renovate, what to spend or where to begin.
Service 2 of 6
The Property Potential Assessment
What could I do with this property?
A deeper look at a property's potential, possibilities and limitations. I explore what could realistically be achieved, the likely scale of investment, potential challenges, and whether the property suits the outcome you're after. It's especially useful before you buy a property you plan to renovate.
Best for: homeowners and investors considering buying, renovating, extending or significantly altering a property.
Service 3 of 6
The Renovation Strategy
What should I renovate, and how should I approach it?
Your renovation roadmap. I bring together the property's potential, your objectives and your budget into a practical strategy, delivered as a written Renovation Strategy report.
It can include:
- Renovation scope
- Priorities
- Budget framework
- Feasibility
- Property considerations
- Key risks
- Professional consultants you'll need
- Builder and procurement considerations
- Project sequencing
- Recommended next steps
Best for: people who know they want to renovate but need a clear plan before moving forward.
Service 4 of 6
Renovation Design
What should it look and feel like?
A complete design direction for your renovation, developed around the property, your objectives and the level of investment. For owner-occupiers, the focus is a home that works beautifully for the people who live there. For investors, it's an appealing, durable, appropriately specified property without unnecessary spending.
It can include:
- Overall design direction
- Colour palette
- Materials and finishes
- Flooring and tiles
- Paint colours
- Kitchens and bathrooms
- Fixtures, fittings and tapware
- Lighting and hardware
- Joinery finishes
- Appliances
- Room-by-room design brief
- Selection schedule
Best for: anyone who needs a cohesive design and specification, whether it's your own home, an investment property or a property you're preparing for sale.
Service 5 of 6
Independent Renovation Advisory
Who is on my side when decisions need to be made?
Ongoing, independent guidance throughout your renovation. As decisions come up about scope, quotes, selections, variations, consultants, builders and project issues, you have an experienced, independent perspective to help you stay informed, make sound decisions and avoid expensive mistakes.
Best for: people undertaking a significant renovation who want an independent, experienced person alongside them throughout the project.
Service 6 of 6
Owner's Representative
Who is looking after my interests?
My most comprehensive support, for substantial renovations. As your independent representative, I help you navigate the decisions and moving parts of the project, working alongside your builder and other professionals.
Depending on the project, it can include:
- Builder selection
- Consultant coordination
- Budget oversight
- Scope review
- Quote and variation review
- Design decisions
- Procurement decisions
- Project meetings
- Problem solving
- Project oversight
- Advocating for you
Best for: high-value or complex renovations where you want experienced representation throughout the process.
