How long did the Kew house extension take to complete?

Despite pandemic-related challenges, the Kew house extension was completed efficiently and on time. Our team delivered the full project, including permits, construction, and final finishes, within a carefully managed timeframe — ensuring the family could return home without delay.

Was the extension designed to blend seamlessly with the existing home?

Yes. A core focus of this project was to create an extension that felt like a natural part of the original house. Careful attention to brickwork, rooflines, and detailing ensured a cohesive, integrated result – not an obvious “add-on.”

What challenges did this side extension project present?

Working with the sloping block and maintaining architectural consistency were key challenges. We collaborated closely with the client and architect to ensure that structural modifications, drainage, and detailing complemented the home’s original character while adding valuable modern space.

What made this house extension different from typical renovations?

Unlike many extensions that focus on expanding vertically or adding separate units, this project delivered a smart, single-storey side extension that enhanced the flow and functionality of the existing living spaces — perfect for modern family life without disrupting the character of the home.

Residential Project · Kew, Melbourne

Kew House Extension

A seamless side extension designed to expand living space and enhance everyday family life.

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PROJECT OVERVIEW

A Seamless Kew House Extension Designed to Expand Family Living

This custom Kew house extension reimagined a compact family home with thoughtful, understated design. Working closely with the clients, DMI Build added a single-storey extension to the side of the existing structure, delivering much-needed space for relaxed family living without disrupting the home’s classic façade. City of Boroondara – Heritage Overlay process.

Completed with care and precision, the extension integrates seamlessly with the original home, maintaining flow, proportion, and architectural balance. The result is a natural evolution of the property, designed for modern family life and future flexibility.

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black and white interior photo of the kew house extension, showing polished timber floors and clean architectural lines – dmi build

Renovated living space with polished timber floors, captured in black and white for a clean architectural finish

Seamless Extension: Before and After

This Kew house extension project transformed a compact family home into a more spacious, functional living environment.

The original structure offered limited internal space and little flexibility for a growing family’s needs. By adding a single-storey side extension, we created a generous new living area while maintaining the home’s existing character and street presence.

Project Highlights

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Kew, Melbourne

A leafy heritage suburb known for its established homes and strict planning overlays. The project required careful alignment with local streetscape character and thoughtful design integration.

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Single-storey Side Extension

This project involved extending the home sideways to increase internal living space without altering the home’s front elevation or roof pitch from the street.

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Client Focus

The family needed a quick and low-impact build to accommodate a planned return date. We prioritised a tightly managed schedule, clean worksites and clear communication to keep the process stress-free and on time.

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Challenge

The original home had limited flexibility in its footprint, and council controls required the front elevation to remain unchanged. We needed to expand laterally without compromising the home’s external character or planning compliance.

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Solution

The extension was tied into the existing structure with a carefully matched roofline and consistent ceiling height. Timber flooring was laid throughout to unify old and new spaces, creating a natural flow that made the addition feel like part of the original design.

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Result

The added space gives the family more flexibility while preserving the charm and proportions of the home. It’s a subtle but impactful upgrade, one that looks like it’s always been there.

xterior view of the completed side extension in kew, showing brickwork and veranda integration

Finished side extension with matching brickwork and integrated roofline

fresh concrete slab poured for the kew side extension

Concrete slab poured for the new extended footprint

street view of the home with new side extension set back from the main elevation

Extension designed to respect the existing street frontage

nterior framing stage of the kew extension showing insulation and window positions

Internal framing before plaster and flooring — setting the stage for the new living space

early construction stage of the kew extension, showing site setup and scaffolding

External view during early site setup and framing

Client's Testimonial

When we started thinking about a renovation and building extension, one of our friends recommended Dmitri (DMI Build) for his professionalism and ability to deliver projects on time.

With two kids and hectic jobs, we needed someone we could completely rely on to deliver a quality outcome. Dmitri made the entire process hassle free for us. He spent a lot of time helping us understand real trade-offs on quality, cost, and timelines. Despite covid challenges, he ensured the entire project was finished on time and we were only out of our house for 2 months.

The final build was fantastic and completely changed the vibe in the house. The extension was seamless and no one could tell that it wasn’t part of the original build. We have recommended Dmitri to some of our other friends who are looking for a reliable builder. The industry is all the more better because of him.

— Vikrant,
Homeowner

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