Adaptation & Upgrades
MAX Build is uniquely positioned among remedial building companies in our experience of complex structural repairs of inhabited buildings and combining refurbishment, adaptation and repurposing of common property areas.
This is a fast-growing area of the property market, as owners increase the value of their property and its amenities, and can also create new Lots to fund overall upgrades, maintenance and compliance works.
CASE STUDY: Carr Street, Coogee Beach
Constructed in the 1960s, this imposing eight-storey building overlooks Coogee beach. It has 28 apartments, but the balconies were too small for entertaining. The owners engaged Peter McGregor of McGregor Westlake Architecture who sensitively updated the façade, while retaining period features and designed outdoor areas which will vastly improve the living experience of residents and the value of each property. Balconies were completely removed and replaced. In some instances, the new off-form concrete balconies are five times their original size(2.5 to 12.5m2).
We also reconfigured the two-level carpark to add a commercial tenancy, that was sold to help offset the build cost.
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CASE STUDY: Ramsgate Avenue, Bondi Beach
This project included the complete removal of the external brick skin, treatment of the dilapidated internal brickwork, installation of concrete balconies on all facades, new windows and doors, excavation under the building for the addition of four new apartments, installation of a major below-ground hydrant tank to facilitate compliance, new loft additions to top floor apartments, and a new roof.
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Services Include:
Excavation of basements to provide new Lots
Adding new Lots to rooftops
Balcony refurbishments and balustrade replacements
Adding balconies to buildings
Roof, window and door frame replacement
Facade coating systems
Facade cladding systems and curtain walls
Essential services upgrades
Development and repurposing of common area
Access modification
Plumbing and electrical upgrades
Fire systems upgrade
Compliance/code upgrades
