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Kensington · City of Melbourne

Home Renovations in Kensington

Full renovations · Period homes · Fixed price
Registered builder since 1993

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Renovations · Kensington 3031

Your renovation in Kensington

We renovate Kensington terraces and cottages, fixing structure and services first, then updating the spaces while restoring period character.

Kensington has Victorian terraces and workers' cottages on narrow lots, with heritage overlays across much of the suburb.

NMB Homes is a second-generation family builder based in Coburg North. We've been building in Melbourne's inner north and inner west since 1993, under fixed-price contracts, with Ninos personally involved in every job.

Local Knowledge

Building in Kensington

Terraces & cottages

Victorian homes on narrow lots need experienced, careful builders.

Heritage overlays

Much of Kensington is under heritage overlays managed by the City of Melbourne.

Tight access

Narrow streets and lots mean careful planning for deliveries and neighbours.

What's Included

One builder, start to finish

We manage your renovation from the first consultation to handover, so you deal with one team, not a string of trades.

  • Design and layout planning
  • Permits where your project needs them
  • Structural changes, wall removals and re-stumping coordination
  • Bathrooms, laundries and living areas
  • Plumbing, electrical, flooring and finishes
  • A fixed-price contract and one point of contact

Renovations typically take between 6 weeks and 6 months, depending on scope. We give you a detailed schedule at your consultation, so you know when each room will be back in use.

Renovated living room by NMB Homes
From our portfolio
Renovated ensuite by NMB Homes
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Panelled hallway by NMB Homes
From our portfolio

Questions

Renovations in Kensington: FAQs

Do I need a permit to renovate in Kensington?

It depends on the work. Structural changes, re-stumping and some plumbing work usually need a building permit, while cosmetic work often doesn't. If your home is under a heritage overlay, external changes may need a planning permit from the City of Melbourne. We tell you exactly what's needed at your consultation.

How long does a renovation take in Kensington?

Renovations typically take between 6 weeks and 6 months, depending on scope. We give you a detailed schedule at your consultation, so you know when each room will be back in use.

Do you offer fixed-price renovation contracts in Kensington?

Yes. Every NMB Homes project is built under a fixed-price contract, so you know exactly what you're paying before work starts. If anything needs to change, we discuss it with you before proceeding.

Is NMB Homes a registered builder?

Yes. Our director, Ninos Mikhael, holds VBA licence CDB-U 72840 and is a registered building practitioner. Every project is covered by the statutory builder's warranty required under Victorian law.

Free Consultation

Start your Kensington renovation

Tell us about your project and we'll call you to arrange a free consultation. Ninos is personally involved in every NMB Homes project, from the first meeting to handover.

Registered Builder

VBA Lic. CDB-U 72840