Full Home Renovation
Union Street, Brunswick
A heritage terrace combining structural alterations, a full interior renovation and a rear extension, with the original character retained alongside new family spaces.
For Architects
A construction partner for architect-led residential projects.
JSG Construct works alongside architects across Melbourne to deliver considered renovations, extensions and custom homes, bringing structured pre-construction, properly developed scope and clear communication from documentation through to handover.
Working With JSG
Built to work within your project team.
When you are already engaged by the client, JSG works alongside you and the existing consultant team. Our role is to understand your documentation, assess the construction requirements, identify questions early and develop a clear scope before work begins.
During construction, we manage the site, trades and programme while maintaining clear communication with you, your consultant team and your client where input or decisions are required.
The aim is straightforward: understand your project properly before construction and keep everyone clear on what is happening once work begins.
Project Fit
Projects we’re well suited to deliver with architects.
JSG is best suited to residential projects where existing conditions, detailed planning and coordination between you, your client and the site matter to the final outcome.
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Major Renovations & Extensions
Significant residential projects involving structural changes, additions, internal reconfiguration and coordination between existing and new work.
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Heritage & Character Homes
Projects where the existing structure, original character and new architectural work need to be considered together.
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Architect-Designed Custom Homes
One-off residential projects developed specifically around your client, site and architectural brief.
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Complex Existing Conditions
Projects where access, existing structure, services, staging or unknown site conditions need careful consideration before construction.
Pre-Construction
Construction input before the details reach site.
JSG works through the site, documentation and construction requirements with you before work begins, helping identify questions early and develop a clearer scope for pricing and delivery.
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Site Conditions
Review access, existing structures, services and other physical constraints that may affect delivery.
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Buildability
Consider how key details, structural requirements and construction sequencing will work on site.
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Scope Development
Work through your documentation to define what is actually required to deliver the project.
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Pricing
Price against a developed scope rather than relying on broad rates or assumptions.
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Consultant Coordination
Coordinate required engineering, surveying, inspection and specialist input alongside you and your consultant team.
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Programme
Consider sequencing, approvals, procurement and construction requirements before work begins.
No ballparks. No guesswork. A properly understood project gives everyone a clearer starting point.
How We Work Together
A clear path from your documentation to construction.
Step 01
Initial Project Discussion
We start with a brief conversation about your project, its location, current design stage, available documentation, expected timing and your client’s priorities.
Step 02
Project & Site Review
We review your documentation and visit the site to understand access, existing conditions, structural considerations and project constraints.
Step 03
Documentation & Buildability
We work through your documentation with your consultant team and identify construction questions or items requiring design input.
Step 04
Scope & Pricing
Once the requirements are properly understood, JSG develops the construction scope and pricing against your documentation and site conditions rather than assumptions.
Step 05
Construction
JSG manages trades, programme and day-to-day site delivery, with clear communication around progress and items requiring input from you or your consultant team.
Step 06
Handover & Aftercare
Once construction is complete, JSG manages handover and provides the same post-handover support offered across its residential projects.
Renovation Experience
Building around what already exists.
For architects working with existing homes, the challenge is rarely just the new work.
Existing structure, floor levels, services, access, heritage elements and the junction between old and new can all affect how your design is delivered.
JSG’s renovation process starts by understanding those conditions properly. Where questions arise, they can be discussed with you and the relevant consultants before they become larger issues on site.
- Existing structure and site conditions
- Structural alterations
- Heritage and character considerations
- Interfaces between old and new construction
- Services and consultant coordination
- Construction sequencing
- Access and staging
- Material and detail transitions
What to Expect
What you can expect from JSG.
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Upfront Communication
Questions and construction considerations are raised clearly so you and your consultant team can make informed decisions.
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Structured Pre-Construction
Time is invested before building begins to understand your documentation, the site and the construction requirements properly.
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Pricing Against a Real Scope
Pricing is developed against your project information rather than broad square-metre rates or assumptions.
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Coordinated Site Delivery
JSG manages the trades, construction programme and day-to-day delivery required to move your project forward.
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One Clear Point of Contact
Jeremy remains closely involved and provides a direct point of communication for you and your client throughout the project.
Selected Work
Experience delivering detailed residential work.
Heritage Renovation
Finsbury Street, Flemington
A character home shaped around a specific brief, pairing retained heritage elements with distinctive material and colour choices.
Full Home Renovation
Glen Iris Road, Glen Iris
A Californian bungalow reworked for modern family living while preserving leadlight windows, original brickwork and the home’s period character.
Common Questions
Working with JSG on an architect-led project.
Can JSG work on a project where an architect is already engaged?
Yes. JSG regularly works within existing architect-led teams. Where you are already engaged by the client, JSG works alongside you and your consultant team through pre-construction, pricing and delivery.
At what stage should we speak with JSG?
JSG can review your documentation once architectural plans are developed or nearing completion. Depending on the project, earlier involvement can also help identify site, buildability, scope and cost considerations before construction documentation is finalised.
Can JSG review plans before construction?
Yes. JSG’s process for projects with architectural documentation includes reviewing your documentation, assessing the site and working through the construction scope before final pricing and contract.
How does JSG approach pricing?
JSG prices projects against a properly developed scope. The aim is to understand the actual work required from your documentation and site conditions before establishing the construction price, rather than relying on broad rates or assumptions.
What types of architect-led projects suit JSG?
JSG is suited to substantial renovations, extensions, character and heritage homes, and one-off custom residential projects where planning, coordination and detailed construction are important.
Where does JSG work?
JSG works across Melbourne with a strong focus on the eastern and surrounding inner and middle-eastern suburbs, including areas such as Hawthorn, Kew, Camberwell, Balwyn, Doncaster, Boroondara, Bulleen and Templestowe.
Get in Touch
Have a residential project you’re preparing for construction?
If you’re looking for a builder to review an upcoming project, provide construction input or join the team for delivery, get in touch with Jeremy to discuss the project and whether JSG could be the right fit.