Apartment Renovation & Remodelling Specialists

Working with a professional will alleviate much of the stress that comes with a renovation. There’s a lot to manage, from logistics like permits to the limitations that come along with renovating within an apartment building. Having an apartment specialist navigate these difficulties for you is invaluable.

That’s up to you! The key to a successful studio apartment design is making sure you use your space efficiently. That could mean prioritising an area for a home office, creating a defined bedroom, or a dedicated space for your pets. It may feel intimidating to design a studio apartment, but with a little creativity, there’s a lot of fun to be had; chatting with a professional about small apartment ideas will be helpful.

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Modern design is often used to maximise a living space, especially when considering small apartment living room ideas. While open plan layouts are typically modern, they can be easily customised to fit a variety of interior styles and encourage an effortless flow which is perfect for compact apartments. 

High-density urban flats in Australia often come with a terrace or balcony to expand the living area where there’s no possibility to extend elsewhere. Installing bi-fold doors is a great way to connect your indoor and outdoor living spaces that will instantly make your apartment feel twice as big.

Your Renovation Consultant will be able to guide you through the entire process, so don’t worry too much if you’re not sure what to focus on. However, it’s helpful to form a foundation before getting started. Gather an overview of how much you’re comfortable spending, a list of must-haves vs. nice-to-haves, and a few goals for your renovation. 

When drawing inspiration from other apartment renovation ideas, make sure you’re not comparing apples and oranges. For example, design principles of a kitchen renovation in a luxury apartment and a modest ensuite renovation may not be transferable. So if you have a studio apartment, try searching for small apartment interior designs. This way, the results are more likely to be realistic for your space.

Similar to the cost of an apartment renovation, the timeline depends on the scope. We understand that having part, or all, of your apartment under construction for an unknown period of time is stressful. That’s why scheduling and expectation are discussed early on in our 5-step process. 

Much of the world’s supply chain is still being impacted by COVID but our Renovation Consultants do their best to create a realistic schedule and deliver your project on time. We’ve had homeowners opt to find alternative accommodation during active construction or, if they want to stay in their home, execute their project in phases.

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Apartment renovations are nuanced, each requiring a unique and bespoke approach. But having completed thousands of projects, we’ve designed a proven 5-step method to get the job done on time and within budget.  

1. Manage your expectations during your first meeting with a local Renovation Consultant. 
2. Concept designs are developed according to the goals and budget you discussed during your consultation. 
3. After reviewing your plans, you’ll get an estimate for your project that you can approve, or opt to rework.  
4. Once you’ve approved the quote and plans, active renovation can begin!
5. Finally, your Renovation Consultant will provide any project documentation that you’ll need in the future.

We’ve completed apartment renovations throughout Australia that cost anywhere from $50,000* to over $200,000*. A common misconception is that the greatest indicator of flat renovation costs is the size of the apartment. However, it’s not. The project scope includes more details and is far more indicative of the final cost of your apartment renovation. Luckily, refining your project’s scope and getting an estimate are all part of Refresh’s comprehensive 5-step process, so there’s no surprises.