Custom Luxury Homes & Extensions in the Macedon Ranges & Beyond!
Building or extending a home should be an exciting milestone, yet many property owners struggle with poor communication, unexpected variations, and substandard workmanship from high-volume builders. As leading custom home builders New Gisborne families rely on, Rosella Homes bridges the gap between ambitious architectural designs and flawless construction. We provide a complete, hands-on experience led directly by founders Luke and Tayla Behan.
Bringing over 30 years of combined regional experience, our boutique team delivers custom builds and major renovations across New Gisborne, Macedon, Mount Macedon, Riddells Creek, Romsey, Lancefield, Woodend, Kyneton, Daylesford, and Castlemaine.
Bespoke Build Solutions by Trusted Custom Home Builders in New Gisborne
Overcoming Build Challenges: The Rosella Advantage
Finding the right contractor who genuinely values your vision, budget, and time is one of the hardest parts of any major project. We eliminate typical builder stress through a transparent, hands-on partnership:
Translating Design Vision into Reality
Architectural drawings can easily lose their essence in construction. As boutique, custom, luxury house builders, we work closely alongside your designer or architect to ensure every detail translates perfectly onto your block.
Uncompromising Craftsmanship
Avoid rushed work and high subcontractor turnover. We partner exclusively with a trusted network of local tradespeople who take pride in meticulous finishes and structural integrity.
Direct Builder-Led Communication
You will never be handed off to a rotating site supervisor. You deal directly with Luke and Tayla from day one through to key handover.
Seamless Custom Home Extensions
Scaling up your living space shouldn't compromise your existing architecture. Our custom home extensions in New Gisborne and surrounds offer new spaces effortlessly with your home's original character and structural flow.
Our Tailored Process
We adapt our approach to suit where you are in your building journey, managing every milestone with honest guidance and clear timelines.
If you are in the early planning stages:
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Initial Consultation: Detailed review of your property ideas, lifestyle requirements, and overall budget goals.
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Site Evaluation: On-site assessment to evaluate slope, orientation, soil conditions, and planning overlays.
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Design & Engineering Coordination: Direct connection with our preferred regional designers and structural engineers to craft buildable designs.
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Itemised Quoting: Thorough cost breakdowns so you know where every dollar goes before committing.
If you already have architectural drawings:
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Discovery & Budget Alignment: Aligning your working plans with practical, real-world build costs.
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Preliminary Scope Review: Identifying potential structural improvements or cost-saving opportunities before permit submission.
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Permit & Compliance Management: Managing local council requirements, building permits, and environmental overlays.
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Contract & Construction Schedule: Establishing fixed timelines, clear progress milestones, and project start dates.
What’s Included in Your Build
Site Prep & Foundations
Complete site clearing, earthworks, levelling, soil management, and concrete slab pour.
Structural Frame & Shell
Precision timber framing, roof trusses, cladding, window installation, insulation, and lock-up.
Services & Rough-In
Complete rough-in and final fit-off for all plumbing, drainage, electrical, and heating/cooling systems.
Interior Finishing
Custom joinery and cabinetry, plastering, premium tiling, flooring, painting, and detailed trim work.
Regional Compliance
Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) compliance, energy efficiency ratings, and local heritage overlay adherence.
Final Handover
Thorough independent inspections, personalised walkthroughs, and council sign-offs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Timelines depend on site access, build complexity, and design details. Generally, major home extensions in New Gisborne and surrounds take between 4 to 8 months, while full custom home builds range from 8 to 14 months. We establish a clear, binding schedule before work begins.
We operate using standard, transparent HIA progress contracts. Payments are broken down into clear stages (e.g., Base, Frame, Lock-Up, Fixing, Completion). You receive fully itemised quotes beforehand, preventing surprise variations mid-build.
Yes. As expert custom builders based in New Gisborne, property owners hire us for tailored projects. We routinely collaborate with third-party architects and interior designers to bring complex designs to life within practical budgets.
We handle all municipal approvals, building permits, soil testing, and BAL compliance. Building in regional Victoria requires deep familiarity with local bushfire and environmental overlays, which we manage on your behalf.
Our bespoke custom home extensions are tailored specifically to your block's orientation, natural light, and structural layout, ensuring the addition feels like a natural part of the original home rather than a generic add-on.