Renovation Specialists

Federation Home Renovations

Preserve the charm. Upgrade the function. We specialise in restoring Federation homes across Sydney with period-correct detail and modern comfort.

Respecting the Past, Building for the Future

Federation-era homes (1890–1915) are architectural treasures — pressed metal ceilings, leadlight windows, ornate fretwork and timber floorboards tell stories a century old.

At Reno Build, we don't strip that character out. We restore it. Every renovation is planned to preserve heritage detail while introducing modern kitchens, bathrooms, insulation and energy efficiency so your home lives beautifully for another hundred years.

From single-room updates to full-home transformations, our trade team is trained in heritage-appropriate techniques — lime mortar, custom timber joinery, leadlight restoration and period-matched finishes.

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What We Specialise In

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Period-Correct Detailing

Restore original cornices, archways, skirting boards, picture rails, pressed metal ceilings and leadlight windows to authentic Federation specification.

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Heritage-Friendly Kitchens

Modern cooking function in a kitchen that honours the era — shaker cabinetry, stone benchtops, classic tapware and integrated appliances.

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Classic Bathrooms

Clawfoot baths, subway tiles, brushed nickel fixtures and hex mosaic floors — timeless Federation-era bathroom finishes with modern plumbing.

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Window & Door Restoration

Leadlight window repair, timber sash window reconditioning, door frame restoration and period-matched hardware replacement.

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Structural Upgrades

Re-levelling, re-stumping, rising damp remediation, roof repairs and full electrical/plumbing upgrades hidden behind heritage finishes.

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Energy-Efficient Comfort

Insulation retrofits, double-glazing in period-style frames, ducted air conditioning and solar-ready wiring — heritage outside, modern inside.

Own a Federation Home?

Get a free, fixed-price quote from a team that understands heritage renovation. We'll walk through what to preserve, what to upgrade, and what it'll cost.

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