Built in the 1960’s with original everything, our latest project in Mansfield Brisbane was desperate for a massive over haul. With endless potential, we knew that we could give this home a fresh look and create a family home for someone to enjoy creating many memories in.

Last month we were fortunate enough to have one of our renovations featured on Ready Set Reno on 9Life. The show was hosted by ex block contestants Michael and Carlene Duffy in which they traveled around Australia featuring 10 renovation projects. Our Holland Park renovation was one of the first episodes to be filmed.

Zou Build love a good reno and that is why we specialize in renovations. Nothing brings us more satisfaction than transforming old houses back to their original form again. Unfortunately, the downside to a good renovation project is the cost. They can be quiet pricey sometimes. So we thought we would give you a few hints and tips on how to work out an indicative cost.

Every house that we renovate has a story. Some more interesting than others. Our latest renovation at Salisbury really had us captivated from the very beginning.

You always need to think outside the box when you are renovating. Matching old with new sometimes can be quiet challenging. And that is why we love doing what we do! We love a good challenge and this renovation certainly ticked that box.

When you have an eye for renovating and design, you are able to visualize a properties true beauty even at it’s worst state. Our Greenslopes renovation was probably one of the worst properties we have seen, but we still managed to bring this house back to life in just 3 weeks!

As a builder, one of the most common questions that we hear when we are approached for renovation works is – “We are undecided if we should renovate and stay or just move on to find something bigger”. So for those who are in this very same predicament, here are a few hot tips and things to consider if this question often plays on your mind.

Sometimes making one small change to the appearance of your house can make such a huge difference to the whole facade. Like changing the garage door from a plain black and boring metal door to a beautiful timber feature. Not only does the end result look amazing, but more importantly, is a great DIY project for anyone to complete.

Making the decision on building or renovating can be quiet daunting at times and a difficult one to make! As people that have been in this same predicament, here are a few tips that we considered when making our decision.