Renovation builder in Southport
Orange Projects delivers renovations, extensions, carpentry and flooring for Southport homes and apartments - character Queenslanders through to modern unit refurbishments.
About renovating in Southport
Southport has one of the most varied housing stocks on the Gold Coast. Original Queenslanders in the older streets around the Broadwater, mid-century brick homes across the ridge, and a large stock of unit blocks that owners increasingly want brought up to a modern standard. We renovate across all of it. Character homes here reward proper carpentry - VJ walls, hoop pine floors, and detailing that respects what the building originally was. On the unit side, the work is different: tight lift access, strata approvals, waterproofing detail that has to protect the apartment below, and a program that respects the building manager's after-hours restrictions. Both types of jobs need a licensed builder who understands the constraints upfront, not one who discovers them halfway through demolition. We've delivered kitchen renovations, bathroom rebuilds, full internal refurbishments and hardwood or hybrid flooring installs across enough Southport addresses to know how to plan around the suburb's realities - and how to keep the finished work sharp.
Our services in Southport
Home renovations in Southport
Full and partial renovations for Southport houses, Queenslanders and townhouses. Reworking layouts, updating services and restoring what's worth keeping while modernising what isn't.
Kitchen renovations in Southport
Kitchens for houses and unit refurbishments - stone benchtops, integrated appliances and cabinetry sized to the actual space rather than a display-home template.
Bathroom renovations in Southport
House and apartment bathroom renovations with waterproofing to Australian Standards, correct floor waste falls and the tiling detail that stops leaks reaching the unit below.
Home extensions in Southport
Ground-floor and second-storey additions for Southport houses - engineered, certified and constructed under one contract.
Carpentry in Southport
Character-home carpentry, second-fix, joinery, VJ repairs, door and window replacements. In-house carpenters run every job.
Deck builder in Southport
Hardwood and composite decks, front verandah rebuilds and pool-surround decks - engineered and built to Queensland structural requirements.
Composite decking in Southport
Premium capped composite decking with hidden fixings and correct thermal spacing - a strong fit for owners who want low-maintenance outdoor space.
Timber decking in Southport
Spotted gum, blackbutt and merbau decks sealed and finished to weather evenly. Stainless fixings within salt-air zones.
Hybrid flooring in Southport
Waterproof hybrid plank flooring through living zones and bedrooms - the best-value replacement for tired tile or carpet in unit and house refurbishments alike.
Timber flooring in Southport
Engineered timber for warmth underfoot, plus sand-and-recoat of original Queenslander hoop-pine floors where the boards are worth saving.
Feature walls and media walls in Southport
Battened timber, VJ, stone and micro-cement feature walls and media walls with concealed cabling and floating shelves.
Insurance repairs in Southport
Storm, water and impact damage reinstatement for houses and apartments, coordinated with insurers and strata managers where required.
Why choose Orange Projects in Southport
A licensed Queensland builder on every job.
Public liability, works insurance and QBCC home warranty cover where the scope requires.
We understand the paperwork, access rules and waterproofing standards required for unit renovations.
Itemised written quote after inspection - not a moving target.
The finish is judged in the detail.
One point of contact, published program, honest updates.
Specified once, ordered once, delivered as agreed.
Neighbour and building-manager relationships matter and we behave accordingly.
Dust protection, floor coverings and end-of-day tidy-up.
Trades sequenced, materials ordered ahead - no dead weeks.
Our process
- 1
Free consultation
We meet on site in Southport and unpack the brief.
- 2
Site inspection
Structure, services, moisture, strata and access constraints assessed.
- 3
Planning and fixed quote
Itemised written quote, program of works, coordination of approvals.
- 4
Construction
One core team, sequenced trades, weekly updates.
- 5
Final walkthrough and handover
Defect list walked, warranties handed over.
Suburbs and nearby areas
- Southport
- Main Beach
- Labrador
- Ashmore
- Benowa
- Bundall
- Surfers Paradise
Frequently asked questions - Southport
Do you renovate apartments in Southport?
Yes - apartment and unit renovations are a regular part of our Southport work. We handle strata approvals, waterproofing standards and building-manager coordination.
How much does a Southport renovation cost?
Unit kitchens $25,000-$60,000, house kitchens $35,000-$90,000, bathrooms $25,000-$65,000, full-home renovations $180,000-$450,000.
Do you restore Queenslander homes?
Yes - character carpentry and restoration is core work for us. VJ walls, hoop pine floors, verandahs and detailed second-fix all handled in-house.
Are you QBCC licensed?
Yes - fully licensed and insured for residential work across the Gold Coast.
Do you handle insurance repairs?
Yes - regular work for us across Southport houses and apartments.
How long does a Southport renovation take?
Kitchens 3-5 weeks, bathrooms 3-4 weeks, full-home renovations 3-8 months depending on scope.
Do you provide free quotes?
Yes - initial consultations and quotes are free.
What nearby suburbs do you service?
Main Beach, Labrador, Ashmore, Benowa, Bundall and Surfers Paradise.
Can you install hybrid flooring in an apartment?
Yes - hybrid is often the best flooring choice for units because it handles moisture and installs cleanly over the existing substrate with proper acoustic underlay.