Has your family outgrown your current home? If you’re looking to create more space, one of the best solutions is BUILDING UP! Refresh and its team of Melbourne second storey extension consultants can help you extend your home so that you don’t have to move. It can even be cheaper to add a second floor to your home rather than buying a larger house.
If you’d like to create some much needed breathing room while simultaneously adding value to your property, reach out to the Refresh Renovations Melbourne team. We’ll answer all your questions and provide you with everything you need—from initial designs to the final build. 
We’ve compiled the most common questions below: 

What are some Second Storey Extension trends in Melbourne, Victoria?

For homeowners who have settled down in Melbourne, the thought of moving to a new house in a new area is often not even a consideration as it involves moving away from their established connections and enrolling their children into new schools. Therefore, a growing trend has been to add a second floor to their existing property. 
Not only can this nearly double the available space of your home, homeowners in Melbourne think of it as a great investment. You can do so without impeding on your yard space or extending your property closer to your neighbours.
In Victoria, the biggest attraction of extending up is the ability to customise the entire second storey to fill the homeowner’s unique needs. You have the option to decide how many extra bedrooms you want, whether you’d like to add a second living space, a home office, or even a theatre or a gym! With the options being nearly limitless, the Refresh Melbourne team can advise you on the latest trends, financial considerations, and design factors. 

What type of Second Storey Extension services does Refresh provide in Melbourne? 

• Bespoke Second Storey Extension Design and Planning
• Second Storey Addition Building
• Second Storey Extension Project Management
• Full Second Floor House Addition
• Partial Second Storey Property Extension
• Second Storey Property Extension Construction
• Second Storey Home Renovations
• Second Floor Bedroom Addition
• Second Floor Bathroom Addition
• Second Floor Kitchen Addition
• Second Floor Granny Flat Addition
• Second Floor Ensuite Addition
• Second Floor Living Room Addition
• Second Storey Interior Decoration
• Second Storey Home Office Addition
• Second Storey Home Gym Addition
• Second Storey Home Theatre Addition
• Second Storey Games Room Addition
• Second Storey Accessibility Access Addition
• Second Storey Extension Budget Planning
• Second Storey Extension Expert Advice

...and anything else you can think of!

How much does it cost to add a Second Floor to your home in Melbourne?

Based on the Refresh Melbourne team’s completed projects, we estimate* a second storey extension to cost between $1,800 per square meter to upwards of $3,200 per square meter. 
However, note that this cost will fluctuate depending on your property’s land area, whether you are looking to build a full second floor or a partial addition, as well as other factors such as your home’s age, the materials you choose, and your chosen design. 
No matter your budget, a Refresh Renovations second storey extension consultant can help you achieve your desired result. 

*Please note that these are rough estimates only. For a high-level indication of what your second storey addition will cost, the Refresh Process is designed to provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decision.

Will the Refresh Melbourne team acquire council approval on my behalf?

Yes! Our proven end-to-end project management process is designed to make your life easier. We will take care of any required council approval for you and ensure your project is compliant to all rules and regulations, and is completed to the highest standards. 

What is the Second Storey Addition process like when working with a Refresh Consultant?

Refresh will always start by understanding your particular needs and what you hope to achieve. Once we’re on the same page, we will provide you with detailed plans and designs of what your extended home will look like. 
With these concept drawings in mind, we’ll evaluate the feasibility of your project by inspecting every aspect of your property: from structural foundations to aesthetic considerations. We’ll provide you with an estimated budget and time frame, and only once you’re happy to move forward will we get started on the build. 
We have plenty of experience when it comes to creating seamless home extensions and will act as your single point of contact throughout the entire project—from design to finish. You will not have to interact with any tradespeople or contractors if you don’t want to, and we’ll manage the whole build project on your behalf. 
Your project will be completed on-time, on-budget, and to the highest quality, with minimal disruption to your family’s daily activities!

Ready to get started on your home extension?

If you want to find out exactly how much adding a second storey to your home will cost, or have any questions, please get in touch with a local Refresh Renovations Consultant for a FREE no-strings-attached consultation!