Knock down rebuild Sydney – process and costs guide

Aug 17, 2026 | KDR

Have you been feeling dissatisfied with your home? Maybe the floor plan feels cramped or too closed-in, or maybe you’re simply ready for a fresh start but don’t want to leave the area you love. Knock down rebuilds might be the solution you’re looking...

Knockdown Rebuild on the Northern Beaches: Approvals and What to Know Before You Start

Aug 4, 2026 | Building Process, Design, KDR

If you live on the Northern Beaches, chances are the location was never the problem. The morning surf checks, the school five minutes away, the street you know by name — that part works. It’s the house that doesn’t. Dark rooms turned away from the view, a...

Can You Knock Down and Rebuild in a Heritage Conservation Area? A North Shore Guide

Jul 2, 2026 | Building Process, Custom Home, Design, KDR

Some of the most beautiful streets on Sydney’s North Shore — leafy, established, full of character — sit inside a heritage conservation area (HCA). If your block is one of them, you’ve probably been told, or assumed, that a knock-down rebuild is off the...

Why Building a New Home is Worth It Versus Renovating on the Northern Beaches

Feb 11, 2025 | Custom Home, Design, KDR, Lifestyle

The allure of owning a home on Sydney’s stunning Northern Beaches is undeniable. With its golden sands, picturesque views, and relaxed coastal lifestyle, it’s no wonder that people are eager to live in this slice of paradise. However, as the demand for real estate...

A Guide to Designing Your New Home – Step 1

Oct 16, 2024 | Building Process, Custom Home, Design, KDR

So the time has finally come for you to build the home of your dreams— whether it’s a new build or a knock down rebuild. Congratulations! Dreaming of your perfect home is easy, but turning it into a reality can be more complicated than you think. When you build your...

A stunning, modern coastal home – how you can start with one of our designs as inspiration and end up with a completely custom designed home.

Aug 14, 2024 | Custom Home, Design, KDR

A beautiful example of how our design team and custom builders adapted this concept to suit different blocks. This home was based off our Iluka 46 design but modified to fit a narrow block. This home has been fitted out with beautiful finishes that accentuate this...