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Single Storey Home Extensions

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500+
Renovations Per Year

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Our Services
It’s good to know that Unique Homes representative you’ll be dealing with from the very first meeting, will be the same person who hands you the front door keys at the end. We deliver exceptional customer service and continually look for ways to improve your experience with our trusted and experienced team of professionals.
Our complete client service program from initial drawings and design right through to a smooth ‘turn-key’ finish is structured to make the whole building experience a rewarding, exciting and satisfying proposition for you
We are available to assist you with your –
– New Home Construction
– Multi-Unit Development
– Renovation/Extension
– Project Management
Additional Services:
– Design and Construct Services
– Fixed price Tender Submissions
– Advice on design, energy efficiency, building materials and costing of different features
Grow Your Living Space With Single Storey Home Extensions In Melbourne
When your home starts feeling tight and corners start closing in, the answer might be under your own roof. Expanding on the ground floor with Unique Homes can quietly give you room to breathe without shaking up your life. It’s about making the home feel bigger and work better for you while keeping its personality intact. For many, a seamless and functional single storey home extensions open doors to comfort, space, and a nice bump in property value that you can see and feel every day.
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Planning Your Ideal Single Storey Home Extensions
Adding on mixes ideas, rules, and dreams into one messy, exciting space. You read through council requirements. You figure out what your house can actually hold, what it can bend to, and what will last for years. Sunlight creeps differently into each room, spaces collide and flow in ways you didn’t notice before, and suddenly the indoors whispers to the garden, and you hear it. Everything shifts. How you move, how you live, how the house feels, it all changes.
Doing this right takes a builder who can handle all the details while keeping your vision alive.
Key Essentials To Get Your Right Extension
Consider these points:
- Navigating Regulations: Planning overlays, setbacks, permits, and engineering certificates all get handled so you don’t have to stress.
- Foundation and Structure: Whether it’s a concrete slab or a sub-floor with stumps, we make sure it holds up and feels solid.
- Seamless Integration: Roof tie-ins and material matching make the extension feel like it has always been part of the home.
- Services and Utilities: Plumbing, electrical, gas relocations, and stormwater checks are all sorted to fit your new space.
When you’re ready to take the next step with a single storey home extensions, Unique Homes brings the process, skill, and people to make it happen exactly the way you imagined.
Design Essentials For Your Single Storey Extension In Melbourne
Keep these in mind:
- Maximising northern light with smart window placement and positioning.
- Designing for energy efficiency with insulation, glazing, and ventilation that actually works.
- Keeping the indoor spaces connected with outdoor areas so the home feels open.
- Planning for the future with accessibility and ageing in place in mind.
- Checking Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) rules for properties in affected zones.
- Boosting functionality with a new kitchen, living area, bathroom, or laundry.
Why Unique Homes Is The Right Choice For Your Project
Our directors bring over 30 years of combined experience, leading a hand-picked team of skilled tradespeople. They see challenges before they happen and solve problems before they become headaches, especially for tricky ground floor extensions in Melbourne. Everything starts with an obligation-free, on-site chat to understand your vision. Next, a detailed project estimate helps you plan your budget without surprises. Open communication is constant, from paperwork to construction to finishing touches.
Here is why we stand out:
- Direct Access to Expertise: Talk straight to someone who knows how houses are built.
- Comprehensive Planning: We handle all pre-build documentation to get things moving smoothly.
- Transparent Process: Estimates, updates, and communication are clear the whole way.
- Skilled Team: Tradespeople chosen for skill, reliability, and dedication to quality.
- Local Knowledge: Experienced in ground floor extensions Melbourne trusts, familiar with local rules and conditions.
Begin Your Home's Transformation Today
Space matters. When space runs out, everything feels tight, messy, almost suffocating. A thoughtful extension stretches more than walls. It shifts the way you live, how you move, how the rooms feel around you. Now is the time. Explore what single storey home extensions can do for your home. Reach out, book an on-site consultation, and see what Unique Homes can build for you.
We offer a wide range of services
Choose from a range of comprehensive bathroom renovation services, including:
Consultation
Detailed structural assessment and architectural planning to realize your upper-level addition goals. Our professional team partners with you to design second storey solutions that match your financial plan, household requirements, and structural capabilities for enhanced living space.
Installation
Specialized construction of all load-bearing, electrical, and plumbing infrastructure. Our licensed tradespeople execute outstanding workmanship with precise attention to detail, confirming your second storey extension satisfies rigorous quality standards and engineering specifications.
Finishing Touches
Premium materials, fixtures, and tailored elements that finalize your elevated living area. From luxury carpeting and built-in storage to sophisticated finishes and appointments, we confirm every completing touch demonstrates excellent quality and aligns with your distinctive taste flawlessly.
Fixed Price Delivery
Transparent fixed-price quotations with complete cost certainty. We deliver comprehensive pricing breakdowns and guidance on architectural choices, sustainability features, and building products to optimize returns on your second storey investment.
Bathroom Renovation Packages
Basic Renovation
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Mid-Range Renovation
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Luxury Renovation
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Our Process
1
Free Consultation & Quote
We listen to your needs and budget — clear advice and a transparent quote.
2
Design & Planning
Functional layouts and stunning finishes — tailored to your lifestyle.
3
Renovation & Build
Professional installation by skilled trades with quality checks at every stage.
4
Final Touches & Handover
A bathroom ready to enjoy for years — final clean, walkthrough and handover.
What our customer says
julie jenkins2023-08-02Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A big thank you to Chris from Unique Homes, for his professional and inclusive aproach to the renovation of my property. He has great communication skills and his planning and timeliness are always met. The quality of his work is excellent. Also a shout out to Becky who manages the paperwork required for the skilled contractors they use. I couldn't be happier with the work completed on my property. Lisa V2021-03-19Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I could not recommend Unique Homes highly enough. I love living in our new home. The end product was more than I ever imagined and that can be attributed to the high quality of craftsmanship and attention to detail provided by all at Unique Homes. Your advice and guidance throughout the project was invaluable and enabled me to learn along the way and helped me to make informed decisions. To all the builders and tradies who worked on this project, thank you for making this journey both enjoyable and successful. Thank you Unique Homes. Igor Fenster2019-05-14Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolute pleasure dealing with. I wouldn't hesitate in highly recommending them to others.
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Areas We Serve Across Melbourne
We proudly deliver bespoke luxury homes and stunning bathroom renovations across:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cost per square metre for a single storey extension in Melbourne?
Single storey extensions in Melbourne typically range from $2,200 to $4,000 per square metre, depending on design complexity, finishes, and site conditions.
Will Unique Homes Single Storey Extension Add Value to My Melbourne Property?
Yes, rear extensions that expand kitchen and living areas consistently deliver strong returns, with kitchen focused additions generating approximately $1.80 to $2.20 for every dollar invested.
What are the most popular types of single storey extensions provided by Unique Homes?
Popular extensions include open plan kitchen and living area expansions, master bedroom suites with ensuites, home offices for remote work, and alfresco dining areas that connect indoor and outdoor spaces seamlessly.
Is it cheaper to extend or move house in Melbourne?
Ground Floor Extensions are often more cost effective than moving, as relocating involves significant costs including real estate fees, stamp duty, moving expenses, and potential renovations to a new property. Extensions let you stay in your preferred neighbourhood.
What should I consider when planning my single storey extension?
Consider your block's layout, sun exposure, access points, and connection to outdoor areas. Define the purpose of your space, ensure compliance with building regulations, and work with experienced local builders who understand Melbourne's architectural styles.
Will I need to Move Out During a Single Storey Extension?
In most cases, no. Single storey extensions often allow families to remain in their homes during construction, with builders creating safe work zones and maintaining access to essential areas throughout the build