Home renovations in Palm Beach
Orange Projects delivers renovations, carpentry, decking and flooring across Palm Beach - from renovator's-delight cottages behind Jefferson Lane through to the modern beach homes along 19th Avenue.
About renovating in Palm Beach
Palm Beach has changed dramatically over the last decade. What used to be considered a quiet family suburb of post-war fibro cottages has become one of the most in-demand pockets on the southern Gold Coast, and the renovation activity reflects that. Owners are either doing thoughtful heritage-respecting refreshes on the original cottages, or full second-storey extensions and structural reworks to unlock ocean and hinterland outlooks. We do a lot of both. On smaller cottage jobs the focus is usually on modernising the wet areas, dropping in a new kitchen, replacing tired flooring with wide-plank hybrid or engineered timber, and refreshing the alfresco. On larger jobs we take on structural reconfigurations, second-storey additions, new roofs and full internal renovations while keeping the property live-in where the client wants to stay put. Because Palm Beach sits close to the coast, material selection matters. We specify stainless fixings within salt-spray zones, choose deck timbers and composite systems that hold up to constant UV, and detail flashings and moisture barriers with the coastal climate in mind. Our carpentry crew runs the job from start to finish which means the detail work - joinery scribes, tile setouts, door reveals - lands the way it was drawn.
Our services in Palm Beach
Home renovations in Palm Beach
Full-home renovations, partial renovations, and heritage-respecting cottage upgrades. We plan around the parts of the home you want to keep - roof line, original front facade, mature landscaping - and rebuild the rest to a modern brief with proper services and detailing.
Kitchen renovations in Palm Beach
New kitchens designed for how people actually live in Palm Beach homes - open to living, connected to the alfresco, with an island that doubles as a bar bench when the deck is in use. Full coordination of cabinetry, stone, appliances, tiling and services.
Bathroom renovations in Palm Beach
Compact ensuite refreshes through to luxury main bathroom rebuilds with freestanding baths, walk-in showers and porcelain feature walls. Waterproofing done properly, floor waste falls set right, and tiling that stays flat and grouted cleanly.
Home extensions in Palm Beach
Second-storey extensions to capture views, rear pop-outs for indoor-outdoor living, and side additions for a new bedroom or study. We handle engineering, town planning input where required, certification and construction under one contract.
Carpenter in Palm Beach
Structural carpentry, second-fix, custom built-ins, door hangs and heritage repairs on older Palm Beach cottages. Our carpenters do the detail work themselves rather than hand it off - which is why the finish quality holds up.
Deck builder in Palm Beach
Elevated hardwood decks, low-set entertaining decks and pool decks. Every Palm Beach deck we build is engineered for the climate and detailed with stainless fixings and airflow in the sub-frame so the boards last and stay flat.
Composite decking in Palm Beach
Composite decking works particularly well on Palm Beach properties close to the sand - no annual oiling, colour-stable in strong UV, and no splinters underfoot. Installed with hidden fixings and correct thermal expansion allowance.
Timber decking in Palm Beach
Australian hardwood decks - spotted gum, blackbutt and ironbark - built to last on the coast. We seal ends, use stainless fixings within salt-spray zones and coat the finished deck to weather evenly.
Hybrid flooring in Palm Beach
Waterproof, humidity-tolerant hybrid plank flooring through living zones is the go-to Palm Beach flooring upgrade. We prep the substrate, install an acoustic underlay and lay wide-plank hybrid with clean tile transitions in wet areas.
Timber flooring in Palm Beach
Engineered oak and solid hardwood floors for the projects that call for the real material. Acclimatised on site, laid to the correct pattern with the right expansion allowance, and finished to your preferred sheen level.
Feature walls and media walls in Palm Beach
Battened timber feature walls, tongue-and-groove panelling, and integrated media walls with concealed cabling and built-in cabinetry. We coordinate the cavity sizes with your AV installer so the finished wall works technically as well as visually.
Insurance repairs in Palm Beach
QBCC licensed insurance reinstatement work for Palm Beach homes - storm, water, impact and fire damage. We handle scoping, pricing, make-safe and rebuild, working directly with insurers where required.
Why choose Orange Projects in Palm Beach
Licensed and appropriate for residential and light commercial work anywhere on the Gold Coast.
Public liability and works insurance in place before day one on site.
Regular Palm Beach presence means we know the streets, the certifiers and the local trades.
Detailed the way it was drawn - flush architraves, tight mitres, plumb tile setouts.
One project lead, weekly progress updates, honest calls when something needs discussion.
Itemised written quote after real site inspection - no lowball then variation.
Specified for coastal durability, sourced from suppliers we trust, delivered on program.
Boots off inside, driveways clear, radios low, neighbours acknowledged.
Site fencing, dust protection and end-of-day tidy-up as standard practice.
The program is real - trades are sequenced properly and materials arrive when they're needed.
Our process
- 1
Free consultation
We meet you in Palm Beach and spend real time understanding the property, the constraints and the brief.
- 2
Site inspection
Measurements, structural check, services and access - the site conditions that turn a quote into an accurate one.
- 3
Planning and fixed quote
You receive a written itemised quote, program of works, and coordination of any certification or approvals the job requires.
- 4
Construction
One core team on site, sequenced trades and regular updates as milestones are reached.
- 5
Final walkthrough and handover
Defect list walked together, everything closed out, paperwork and warranties handed over.
Suburbs and nearby areas
- Palm Beach
- Elanora
- Currumbin
- Tugun
- Burleigh Heads
- Burleigh Waters
- Miami
- Tallebudgera
Frequently asked questions - Palm Beach
Do you renovate homes in Palm Beach?
Yes - Palm Beach is one of our most active suburbs. We renovate cottages, mid-century blocks, canal-adjacent homes and full beachside builds.
How much does a Palm Beach renovation cost?
Cottage refreshes typically run $60,000-$180,000, mid-sized full-home renovations $200,000-$450,000, and larger heritage-respecting rebuilds $500,000+. Every quote follows a site visit.
Do you build composite decks in Palm Beach?
Yes - composite decking is very common in Palm Beach because it holds up to strong UV and salt exposure without the annual maintenance timber requires.
Are you QBCC licensed?
Yes - Orange Projects is a QBCC licensed builder, fully insured for residential renovations.
Can you handle insurance repairs in Palm Beach?
Yes. We regularly deliver storm and water damage repairs and coordinate with your insurer or loss adjuster.
How long does a kitchen renovation take in Palm Beach?
Typically 3-5 weeks on site, once cabinetry and stone are ready to install. We publish a program before the build starts.
Do you offer free quotes?
Yes - initial consultations and quotes are free of charge.
What suburbs near Palm Beach do you service?
Elanora, Currumbin, Tugun, Burleigh Heads, Burleigh Waters, Miami and Tallebudgera.