High-end new homes, renovations and extensions across Melbourne. Owner-led from first sketch to handover, and backed by a $20M warranty most builders can't match.
Melbourne home building and renovation journal
Straight answers on building and renovating in Melbourne — from the builder, not the brochure.
How Much Does a Home Extension Cost in Melbourne? (2026 Guide)
What an extension really costs, where the money goes, and how to get a price that holds up when the work starts.
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Knockdown Rebuild vs Renovate: Which Is Right for Your Melbourne Home?
Keep the house or start again? Compare the structure, scope, approvals and whole-project budget before choosing.
What $20M Builder Warranty Insurance Actually Means for You (And Why Most Builders Carry Far Less)
The number matters. So does knowing what it does — and does not — mean for your own building contract.
12 Renovation Mistakes That Blow Out Your Budget (From a Builder Who's Fixed Them)
Cheap quotes, late selections and a scope that keeps growing. The expensive mistakes usually start long before the work does.
Second Storey Addition vs Ground Floor Extension: Cost, Time and Council
More room upstairs or more room at the back? Compare the structure, garden, approvals and everyday living before choosing.
Renovating a Period Home in Melbourne: Victorian, Edwardian and Californian Bungalow Guide
Keep the details that make the house worth owning. Investigate what sits underneath them. Then make room for the way you live now.
How Long Does It Take to Build a Custom Home in Melbourne? Stage-by-Stage Timeline
Design time is not build time. Here is what happens between the first conversation and the keys, and which decisions keep things moving.
How to Choose a High-End Builder in Melbourne: 10 Questions to Ask Before You Sign
Ask about the paperwork, the people and what happens when plans change. A good builder should be comfortable answering all ten.
Dual Occupancy in Melbourne: Is Building Two Homes on Your Block Worth It?
Two homes can create options for living, selling or holding. First check the block, the approvals and the whole project budget.
The Real Cost of a Luxury Kitchen and Bathroom Renovation in Melbourne
The finish is what you see. The scope, services and workmanship decide what it costs — and how well it lasts.
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About Lambert York, answered.
Who owns Lambert York?+
Lambert York is owned and run by its two founders and directors, Pat Pugliese and David Filippelli. Pat handles quotes, pricing, contracts and client contact. David runs the builds on site, the trades, the programme and build quality.
Is Lambert York a registered builder?+
Yes. Lambert York Pty Ltd holds VBA registrations CDB-U 68183 and CCB-U 68182.
What warranty insurance does Lambert York carry?+
Lambert York carries a $20M warranty insurance facility, increased in 2025. Both Pat and David stand behind the guarantee and the warranty on every home.
What kind of work does Lambert York do?+
Custom new homes, knockdown rebuilds, dual occupancy and townhouse developments, plus renovations and extensions — rear extensions, second-storey additions, period home renovations, kitchens and bathrooms.
Which areas of Melbourne do you build in?+
Bayside, the inner east, Melbourne's north west and the Mornington Peninsula. Further afield, sometimes — it depends on whether Pat or David can be on site within the hour.
How many projects do you take on at once?+
Eight to ten new builds at a time, more with renovations and extensions. That keeps an owner on every job.
How do I start a project?+
Call Pat on 0413 283 013 or send an enquiry. Pat will call you within one business day to talk through your new home or renovation.