Home Renovation Builder
Sutherland Shire
Transforming Your Home, Inside and Out
Sometimes a home doesn't need to be knocked down and rebuilt. It just needs a builder who understands what it could become. At Shire Build, we've been renovating homes across the Sutherland Shire since 2004 - whole home transformations, kitchen and bathroom upgrades, first floor additions, and everything in between.
After 20 years building in the Shire, we've seen the same costly mistakes come up again and again read "Craig's guide to avoiding them here before you start planning."
Every project is personally overseen by Craig Parker and delivered by our skilled in-house team, with no shortcuts and no subcontracting of the work that matters.
Whether you're in Cronulla, Caringbah, Gymea, Jannali, Kirrawee, Miranda, Menai, or anywhere across the Shire, we bring the same standard of workmanship, the same honest communication, and the same commitment to handing over a home you'll be proud of for years to come.
What’s Included in Every Renovation Project:
✔ Discovery tailored to your requirements, plans, constraints, budget, approval needs and our approach.
✔ Transparent pricing, no hidden extras
✔ We manage all council approvals & paperwork
✔ Quality materials built to last, no shortcuts
✔ Guidance with design and materials & finishes selection
✔ Local trades who care about the detail
✔ Clear communication at every stage
✔ A home you’ll be proud of for years to come
✔ HIA membership - your assurance of a licensed, professional build
Whole Home Renovations
A whole home renovation is the most transformative thing you can do to a property without touching the foundations. We're talking about opening up floor plans that haven't changed since the 1970s, reconfiguring kitchens and living areas to actually work the way modern families live, replacing tired finishes with materials that will last, and creating that seamless indoor–outdoor flow that the Shire's climate was made for.
We've done it all - from complete gut renovations of 1960s brick homes in Gymea to contemporary coastal transformations in Cronulla and Jannali. The result is always the same: a home that feels brand new, in the suburb you already love, without the cost and disruption of moving.
First Floor Additions
When your family has outgrown the floor plan but you don't want to give up your block, a first floor addition is often the smartest move. You get the extra bedrooms, the master suite, the study or teenage retreat you need - without losing the backyard.
First floor additions in the Sutherland Shire come with their own planning and engineering requirements, and getting them right requires a builder who knows the local council's rules inside out. We handle the design coordination, structural engineering, DA or CDC approvals, and the entire build - from the moment you say yes to the day we hand you the keys.
Kitchen & Bathroom Renovations
The kitchen and the main bathroom are the two rooms that make or break how a home feels to live in — and they're the two rooms that have the most direct impact on your property's value. Whether you're updating one or both as part of a larger renovation, or tackling them as a standalone project, we build kitchens and bathrooms that are genuinely beautiful and genuinely functional.
We don't just rip and replace. We start with how you actually use the space. Are you cooking for a big family? Do you want more bench space? Is the current bathroom layout making you mad every morning? From there, we guide you through design and selections — layouts, cabinetry, fixtures, tiles, handles — and build it properly, with trades who understand that the details are what people notice.
Outdoor Living as Part of Your Renovation
The Sutherland Shire's climate is made for outdoor living - and the best renovations don't stop at the back door. Whether it's a new deck, a covered entertaining area, a landscaped backyard, or a full indoor-outdoor transformation that turns the kitchen into the heart of the home, we bring the same care to the outside as we do to the inside.
Doing outdoor work alongside a renovation is more efficient and more cost-effective than coming back for it later. One build phase, one disruption period, one project.
How a Shire Build Renovation Works
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Discovery Consultation
We meet on-site to understand what you want, what you have, what the constraints are, and what the budget looks like. No hard sell, no tick-box meeting - a real conversation about your home and what it could be. We'll also give you an honest early read on what's achievable and what the approval pathway looks like.
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Design & Planning
If you have plans, great - we work with them. If you need help, we coordinate with our trusted architectural and design partners to develop a design that works for your home, your block, and your budget. We also handle materials and finishes selection - we know how overwhelming that can be and we make it manageable.
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Approvals & Pricing
We manage all council approvals -Development Applications (DA), Complying Development Certificates (CDC), and any engineering or structural requirements. You get a fixed-price proposal before any work begins. No surprises, no open-ended estimates.
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Construction
Our in-house team handles the build. Craig & site supervisor team personally oversees every project - you're not dealing with a project manager who's never picked up a tool. We minimise disruption to your household, keep the site clean and organised, and communicate proactively about the schedule.
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Handover
It's the moment we've all been waiting for! Here you receive a handover folder with warranties, certificates and information about our continued commitments should you need us again in future.
Recent Renovation Projects
Every project is different - different homes, different families, different challenges. Here's a snapshot of what we've been building across the Shire.
How Much Does a Home Renovation Cost in the Sutherland Shire?
This is the question everyone wants answered before they pick up the phone - and fair enough. We'll give you the honest version: renovation costs vary enormously based on the scope of work, the size of the home, the materials you choose, and whether structural changes are involved. Here are some indicative ranges based on our Sutherland Shire projects.
These ranges are starting points - your actual project may sit above or below them. The best way to understand your specific cost is a free on-site consultation where we can assess the actual scope, your site conditions, and what's realistically achievable within your budget.
The single biggest factor in renovation costs going over budget isn't the materials, it's avoidable mistakes made early in the planning process. Here's what to watch out for →
One thing we're always upfront about: we give you a transparent proposal before any work starts. No estimates that creep up. No hidden variations. What we quote is what you pay, unless you change the scope.
→ Book a free consultation to discuss your project
Why Choose Shire Build for Your Renovation Project
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Local insight - We know the Sutherland Shire intimately from its planning rules to its lifestyle expectations. We’ve helped countless families across the Sutherland Shire build and renovate homes they love.
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Design - We collaborate closely to weave your lifestyle and requirements into every design choice. With an in house design service included for every renovation project, we take the pressure off making the countless number of choices (materials, fittings, colors etc.) as part of your renovation project, helping you choose the right finishes and materials to achieve the look and outcome you want.
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Only what you need, no fluff. Our process is clear, direct, and grounded in honesty, so you’re never surprised.
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Quality backed by care. We only use high-grade materials, friendly trades, and builds we’re proud to warrant and stand by.
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We carefully limit our annual projects to ensure your home gets the attention it deserves.
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We’re a family-run business, and every home we build carries our name. That’s why we put our heart into every project, because your home is a reflection of our reputation.
Home Renovations Across the Sutherland Shire
We've been renovating homes across the Sutherland Shire for over 20 years. From first floor additions in Jannali and Menai to whole home transformations in Cronulla and Caringbah, we know this area - its council rules, its housing styles, its coastal conditions, and what makes a renovation work here that might not work somewhere else.
Suburbs we regularly build in:
Cronulla, Caringbah, Miranda, Gymea, Gymea Bay, Jannali, Kirrawee, Menai, Engadine, Grays Point, Como, Oyster Bay, Sylvania, Woolooware, Kurnell, Loftus, Heathcote, Woronora, Bangor, Barden Ridge, Sutherland, Lilli Pilli, Port Hacking, Yowie Bay.
Not sure if we cover your area? Get in touch — if you're in the Shire, the answer is almost certainly yes.
What Our Renovation Clients Say
We engaged Shire Build to complete a new home build, and we couldn’t be happier with the result. The quality of the build was exceptional – every aspect was completed to a high standard, with great attention to detail.
The project was delivered during a particularly challenging period, with ongoing COVID lockdowns and severe weather, including heavy rainfall. Despite these difficulties, the team remained professional, reliable, and committed to delivering a high-quality home.