Redefining sustainable homes in Torquay

Award-winning renovation – 2025 HIA Western Victoria

Sustainability isn’t always about building new. This Torquay renovation demonstrates how retaining and reimagining an existing home can create a more sustainable outcome. By preserving the original concrete slab and sections of the lower-level structure, while carefully cleaning and reusing bricks from the demolition, the Boscarne Avenue project significantly reduced construction waste without compromising on design, comfort or quality. The result is a sustainable home in Torquay that balances thoughtful environmental choices with contemporary coastal living.

The quality and attention to detail behind this transformation earned Tremul Constructions the 2025 HIA Western Victoria Renovation / Addition Project award in the $500,000–$1 million category, recognising the craftsmanship involved in bringing this coastal renovation to life.

This extensive renovation and addition has completely transformed a 25-year-old home into a modern coastal retreat, seamlessly blending contemporary design with subtle nods to mid-century architecture.

Taking full advantage of its desirable northern orientation, the home features soaring ceilings and expansive windows that flood the interiors with natural light – creating a bright, tranquil sanctuary year-round.

Designed with a large family in mind – including adult children working from home – the flexible layout offers five generous bedrooms, multiple living zones, and effortless flow to outdoor entertaining areas. A calm, neutral palette of light timbers and crisp white walls enhances the relaxed coastal feel, delivering a sense of timeless, understated elegance throughout.