Popular Double Storey Extension Ideas Committed to transforming your home into a more spacious and functional living environment.
Parents’ Retreat with Ensuite & Walk-in Wardrobe
Create a second storey sanctuary with a private upstairs extension, complete with an ensuite and a spacious walk-in robe.
Spacious Open-Plan Living
Expand your existing ground floor into a luxurious living space, while using the second storey extension for bedrooms and a secondary lounge.
Additional Bedrooms & Bathrooms
A second story extension is ideal for growing families needing extra bedrooms, bathrooms, or even a dedicated guest suite.
Home Office or Study
With more people working from home, a storey extension can incorporate a quiet and productive workspace.
Second Living Area or Kids’ Playroom
Adding a second lounge or entertainment area upstairs can help separate family activities, giving everyone their own space.
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Custom Design & Planning
We work closely with you to develop a unique storey extension that enhances your existing home, ensuring a seamless blend between old and new.
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Council Approvals & Permits
Navigating approvals for a storey extension can be complex. Our team handles all permits and ensures compliance with local building codes.
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Quality Construction & Workmanship
From foundations to finishes, our construction process focuses on using premium materials and skilled tradespeople to deliver high-quality results.
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Interior & Exterior Finishes
From new staircases to stylish facades, we take care of every detail to make your second storey extension both functional and aesthetically pleasing.
The Construction Process: What to Expect
We aim to make the entire process stress-free with a well-planned approach:
Step 1: Initial Consultation & Design
We discuss your ideas, needs, and budget to create a double storey extension that meets your goals.
Step 2: Council Approvals & Engineering Plans
We take care of all approvals and necessary documentation, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
Step 3: Construction Begins
Our expert builders start the construction process, ensuring minimal disruption to your daily life.
Step 4: Interior & Exterior Finishing
Final touches such as painting, flooring, and cabinetry are completed to bring your vision to life.
Step 5: Handover & Quality Inspection
Before handing over the keys, we conduct a thorough quality check to ensure everything meets your expectations.
What Influences the Cost of a Second Storey Extension?
- Size & complexity of the extension
- Materials & finishes chosen
- Plumbing & electrical work needed
- Structural modifications to the existing home
How to Stay Within Budget?
- Get a free consultation and a detailed cost breakdown before starting.
- Prioritise essential features over luxury additions.
- Choose materials that offer durability and style without overspending.
Frequently Asked Questions
The timeline for a double storey extension varies depending on the project size, complexity, and council approvals. On average, a standard storey extension takes 4 to 6 months from design to completion. However, larger or more complex renovations may take longer. At Home Renovations, we provide a clear timeline and keep you updated throughout the entire process.
Yes, in most cases, you will need council approval for a second storey extension. Every local council has different regulations regarding building height, setbacks, and structural modifications to an existing dwelling.
Our team handles all planning permits and approvals to ensure your storey extension meets local building codes and requirements.
In many cases, you can remain in your existing home while the construction process is underway. However, there may be times when temporary relocation is recommended, especially during major structural changes or if your existing ground floor needs extensive modifications. We strive to minimise disruptions and keep the worksite safe and efficient.
Before starting construction, our expert team conducts a structural assessment to ensure your home’s foundation and framework can safely support an additional level. If reinforcements are needed, we incorporate them into the renovation plan for long-term stability and safety.
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Breathe new life into your residence with Melbourne’s leading home renovation company. For more than 15 years', Home Renovations has been the industry leader in transforming thousands of homes into stunning abodes.
At Home Renovations, we pride ourselves on the professional quality and experience delivered on projects - big and small. We strive to accomplish the goal within your budget and time frame without compromising on the quality of our renovation and property maintenenace services, as your vision is our goal.
Bathroom Renovations
Whether it is a simple refresh of your bathroom, or a total remodel transformation, Home Renovations will assist and commit to you in every possible way to achieve the result that is tailored to your expectations and budget.Â
You can count on our unique bathroom designs that turn your vision into reality.
Kitchen
Renovations
The kitchen is the heart of the home and it should be treated as such. Your kitchen is a place you should love to be in and a place for the whole family to come together, so why not make it true to your unique style?Â
Home Renovations provides Melbourne home owners with beautifully designed, user friendly kitchens. Created by some of the finest designers in the business, our kitchens are of the highest quality and produced right here in Melbourne.
Laundry
Renovations
We’re constantly amazed by how laundry design has been underestimated and undervalued in years gone by and we’re here to change that. Since 2005 our team has designed and built some of the best laundry renovations in Home Renovations. We have design solutions for any size, style and complexity.
Let our expert designers bring their design ideas to life to ensure you’ve got one of the best laundries in Melbourne. A well-designed space will make those laundry chores less boring!
Garage
Renovations
Finding the right company for quality garage conversion services can get exasperating in Melbourne. Realising this need, we have come to assist you with our expert garage conversion services. Our specialised professionals understand the ins and outs of undertaking this task as a garage conversion is the easiest way to add more space to your home and increase its value.
Facades
Renovations
You want your facade renovation to look amazing and add the maximum amount of value as possible for every renovation dollar you spend.
Home Renovations can help. Our cosmetic home renovation and makeover design experts J will craft a Renovation Design Plan that ensures you achieve the spectacular result you desire.
Tiling
Services
Home Renovations offer comprehensive tiling solutions for all indoor and outdoor tiling applications which require efficient professional installation. These include but are not limited to tiling repairs, pool tiling, strata tiling issues, defect rectification, bathrooms, grout renewals, epoxy grout & maintenance tiling for commercial and retail tenancy.
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