Home Extensions and Full Renovations

Moving is not always the best option, particularly when you already enjoy your street, neighbourhood and access to the city.

A carefully planned extension can provide the extra room your household needs while allowing you to remain in the location you already know.

Our Inner North home extension and renovation projects may involve additional bedrooms, new bathrooms, larger living areas, kitchen extensions, home offices, internal wall removal, improved storage, garage conversions, new flooring, larger windows and better access to outdoor areas.

Some homes require a modest rear extension, while others benefit from a more complete reconfiguration of the original floorplan.

Our full-home renovation services are suitable for projects involving multiple rooms, structural changes or a complete internal transformation.

By planning the property as one connected space, we can create a more consistent result across the layout, lighting, cabinetry, finishes and flooring.

See examples of completed transformations in our Canberra renovation project gallery.

Renovating Older Inner North Homes

Many homes throughout Ainslie, O’Connor, Turner, Dickson, Lyneham, Watson and surrounding suburbs were built before open-plan living, large kitchens and ensuite bathrooms became standard.

These homes may have strong original features but also include enclosed rooms, limited storage, small wet areas or additions completed at different stages.

Common renovation priorities in Inner North properties include opening the kitchen to the dining or living area, adding another bedroom, introducing an ensuite, increasing natural light, improving insulation and replacing ageing windows or plumbing.

Other homeowners want to create a clearer connection between the original home and a later extension.

The aim is not always to remove every older feature. Original proportions, timber details, brickwork and established character can often be retained while the less practical parts of the property are updated.

Bathroom and Ensuite Renovations

Bathrooms in older homes are often compact and may not use the available space efficiently. Some properties still have separate bathroom and toilet rooms, minimal storage or plumbing fixtures that are nearing the end of their useful life.

Our Canberra bathroom renovation services may include complete demolition, plumbing alterations, waterproofing, wall and floor tiling, walk-in showers, baths, custom vanities, underfloor heating, new fixtures, improved lighting and better ventilation.

We can update an existing bathroom, combine separate wet areas or create a new ensuite as part of a bedroom or extension project.

For smaller homes, careful placement of the shower, vanity and storage can make the room feel considerably more functional without increasing its footprint.

Because Prestige provides both building and plumbing services, the structural, plumbing, waterproofing and finishing stages can be managed through one coordinated team.

Kitchen and Laundry Renovations

The kitchen often has the biggest influence on how the central part of the home functions.

In traditional Inner North homes, kitchens may be positioned at the rear of the property and separated from the dining or living rooms. Storage may be limited, and access to the garden or outdoor entertaining area may feel disconnected.

Our kitchen renovation services can include custom cabinetry, improved layouts, kitchen islands, new benchtops, splashbacks, appliance installation, plumbing, electrical coordination and better lighting.

Where appropriate, we can also open the kitchen into adjoining rooms or reposition doors and windows to improve movement through the home.

The design should respond to how you cook, store food, entertain and move between the kitchen and surrounding areas—not simply follow a standard showroom layout.

Laundry Renovations

Laundries are frequently located in smaller rear rooms or incorporated into older additions.

A laundry renovation may include custom cabinetry, full-height storage, new benchtops, appliance connections, sinks, tapware, tiled splashbacks, improved ventilation and plumbing changes.

Depending on the available space, the laundry may also be combined with a mudroom, additional storage or a second toilet.

Kitchen and laundry renovations can be completed independently or incorporated into a wider home renovation so cabinetry, tiles and finishes remain consistent.

Outdoor Renovations and Entertaining Areas

Inner North properties range from compact courtyard blocks to larger homes with established gardens. In either case, a well-designed outdoor area can add valuable everyday living space.

Our outdoor renovations may include timber or composite decking, pergolas, covered entertaining areas, outdoor kitchens, privacy screens, stairs, balustrades and improved external access.

Explore our deck and pergola construction services or find out more about our outdoor entertaining area projects.

For homes with limited backyard space, the focus may be on creating one practical area for outdoor dining and entertaining.

On larger blocks, outdoor work may form part of a wider extension involving new doors, larger windows and a stronger connection between the kitchen, living room and garden.

Other Building and Property Services

Prestige Plumbing & Building can also assist with smaller improvements and supporting work around the property.

Depending on the project, this may include general plumbing, drainage alterations, window repairs and installation, door replacement, carpentry, tiling, waterproofing, flooring, wall changes and general building repairs.

These services are often required during a larger renovation. For example, an internal layout change may also require plumbing relocation, flooring repairs, new doors or adjustments to nearby windows.

Our combined building and plumbing experience allows the different parts of the work to be assessed together rather than treated as unrelated jobs.

You can view a broader overview of our renovation, repair and installation services on the Prestige areas we serve page.

A Managed Renovation Process

Even a straightforward renovation can involve several trades, suppliers and decisions.

Prestige Plumbing & Building coordinates the key stages so homeowners have one main team managing the project and communicating progress.

Initial Walkthrough

We meet at your Inner North property to discuss your priorities, the areas you want to improve, your preferred timeframe and approximate budget.

Scope and Planning

The existing home is reviewed so we can consider the proposed layout, structural requirements, access, materials and trades involved.

Design and Selections

The main decisions relating to layouts, fixtures, finishes and materials are confirmed before construction begins.

Construction

Our team coordinates the required demolition, building, plumbing, carpentry, waterproofing, tiling and associated trade work.

Completion and Handover

Once construction is complete, we inspect the finished work with you and address the final details before handover.

Learn more about our experience, licences and renovation approach on our About Prestige Plumbing & Building page.

Why Inner North Homeowners Choose Prestige

Complete Renovation Capability

We complete extensions, full-home renovations, individual room updates, outdoor projects and supporting repair work.

Building and Plumbing Services

Having building and plumbing expertise within one team is particularly useful for projects involving wet areas, structural changes and extensions.

Respect for Existing Homes

We consider how the new work will connect with the original property rather than making every renovation feel the same.

Practical Layout Planning

Storage, movement, lighting, maintenance and everyday use are considered alongside the appearance of the finished space.

Coordinated Project Management

Homeowners have one primary team overseeing the different stages instead of needing to coordinate multiple contractors themselves.

Canberra Inner North Areas We Service

We provide home renovation and extension services throughout Canberra’s Inner North, including Ainslie, Braddon, Campbell, Dickson, Downer, Hackett,

Lyneham, O’Connor, Reid, Turner, Watson.

We also service nearby areas, including Canberra City, Belconnen, Gungahlin and other locations listed on our Canberra service areas page.

Plan Your Inner North Home Renovation

An established home does not need to lose its character to become more comfortable and functional.

A well-considered extension or renovation can add space, improve natural light, create a better layout and make the property more suitable for the years ahead.

Whether you are planning a complete home renovation, an extension, a new bathroom, a kitchen update or an outdoor entertaining area, Prestige Plumbing & Building can coordinate the work.

Browse our project gallery for examples of previous Canberra projects or send us an enquiry to discuss your Inner North property.