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Period home renovations in Melbourne
A period-home renovation restores the character of a Victorian, Edwardian or Californian bungalow while updating services, layouts or adding an extension. Lambert York undertakes this work for Melbourne homeowners across Bayside, the Inner East, Mornington Peninsula and North West Melbourne. Heritage and condition are reviewed early, with Pat pricing and David overseeing construction.
Old bones. New life.
Period homes reward patience. We restore fretwork, ceilings, floors and fireplaces where they matter, then rewire, re-plumb, insulate and extend behind them — so the house feels original and lives like new.
Everything a period home needs.
Heritage review
Overlays, original fabric and condition documented.
Design & permits
Heritage and building approvals in hand.
Restore & build
Restoration, services upgrade and extension.
Defect-free handover
Walk-through, manuals and warranty certificate.
Five stages. Two owners.
Old houses hide surprises. We open them up early so the fixed price stays fixed.
Heritage review
What to keep, what to renew.
Design & price
Plans, selections and one fixed price.
Permits
Heritage and building approvals.
Build
Restoration and new work together.
Keys & warranty
Every defect closed before handover.
Finished the way it was drawn.
Asked before contract.
How much does a period-home renovation cost in Melbourne?+
The existing site guide lists $1M–$2.5M for a full period renovation as described on the renovations page. TODO: Confirm this range, scope and exclusions with Pat before treating it as current pricing. Your fixed price is based on the agreed drawings and selections.
How long does a period-home renovation take?+
The existing service guide lists 6–12 months overall; 5–10 months building. TODO: Confirm the current timeframe and the boundary between design, approvals and construction with Pat. Your project programme is agreed before contract, with David providing build updates.
Do I need permits for this work in Melbourne?+
Permit requirements depend on the property, proposed work and any overlays. Planning and building permits are different approvals, so the requirements must be checked for your scope before work starts.
Can a period home have a contemporary extension?+
Yes, a restored front can be paired with a contemporary rear extension. The existing condition and any heritage controls guide what can be retained, restored or changed, so they need review before pricing.
What does the $20M warranty facility mean for my project?+
The $20M figure is Lambert York's builder warranty insurance facility, not a $20M payout for your home. Your project's insurance has its own certificate, terms and limits; ask Pat to explain the documents that apply to your contract.
Who will quote my project and run the build?+
Pat Pugliese handles quotes, pricing, contracts and client contact. David Filippelli runs the site, trades, programme and build quality, and both founders stand behind the work.
Where in Melbourne does Lambert York build?+
Lambert York serves Bayside, the Inner East, Mornington Peninsula and North West Melbourne. Send Pat your address and proposed scope to discuss your site's suitability and the next step.
Where we build
We work across Bayside, including Brighton, Hampton, Sandringham; Inner East Melbourne, including Malvern, Toorak, Hawthorn; Mornington Peninsula, including Mornington, Mount Eliza, Safety Beach; and Melbourne North West, including Essendon, Moonee Ponds, Ascot Vale. Talk to Pat about your property, plans and scope.
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Own a home with a story?
Send a few photos. Pat will tell you what it needs.