Kitchens & Living
Kitchens, laundries & living zones
The rooms that anchor daily life, designed for how your family actually moves through the home.
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The design-led division of Collab Building Group
Designed to your budget.Not the other way around.
Melbourne's design-led renovation studio for homeowners who want a premium outcome, without discovering the cost too late.
Inner MelbourneBaysideMornington PeninsulaEastern SuburbsDesign-LedEuropean Influence
Our Approach
Designed to your budget before a single wall is touched.
Most homeowners follow the same process. They engage a designer, invest thousands in plans and documentation, then take those plans to builders for pricing.
The problem? It's often only at that point they discover the project costs significantly more than they intended to spend.
At Collab Spaces, we take a different approach.
We start with your budget and design your renovation to achieve the best possible outcome within it. Because the design and construction process are managed under one roof, every decision is made with both the vision and the build cost in mind. The same team responsible for the design and planning is ultimately responsible for delivering the finished result.
The result is a renovation that's designed to be built, not redesigned when the quotes come back.
From kitchens and bathrooms to complete interior transformations, we design, document and deliver high-end residential renovations across Melbourne.
Inspired by timeless European design, natural materials and spaces that feel warm, lived-in and built to endure.
What we transform
From a single room to your entire home.
Bathrooms
Bathrooms & ensuites
Calm, functional, beautifully detailed wet areas. Natural stone, considered joinery, fixtures that endure.
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Spatial
Full interior transformations
Reconfigure a layout, connect rooms, or reimagine an entire floor. Architectural thinking applied to your existing home.
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From sketch to blueprint to build.
Click through each phase to see how a rough idea is drawn, planned and finally built. No on-the-spot decisions. No reactive project management.
Concept sketch
Phase 01
Design
A loose first conversation. We sketch out what your home could become.
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Free consultation
A no-obligation chat about your brief, aspirations and budget.
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Collaborative vision
You, our designers and our build team brainstorm what's possible.
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Budget first, always
We establish your investment framework before any design decisions are made. That's what makes delivery possible.
Selected work
Recent projects across Melbourne.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Ossett Street
A contemporary coastal kitchen centred around natural stone, European oak and abundant natural light. Designed to bring people together, the space balances understated luxury with the practicality of everyday family life.
Kitchen
Kitchen
Henry Street
A classic Brighton-inspired interior transformation, balancing traditional detailing with contemporary functionality. Layered textures, bespoke joinery and carefully considered finishes bring warmth, character and everyday practicality to the heart of the home.
Bathroom
Bathroom
Stawell Street
A luxurious retreat defined by natural stone, soft textures and warm metallic accents. Every detail was carefully considered to create a space that feels sophisticated, calming and beautifully suited to modern family living.
The Collab Spaces difference
A premium renovation, without the stress.
Our clients are busy professionals, families and established homeowners who value quality, communication and a well-managed process.
Budget-first by design
Most designers produce plans first and leave you to discover the cost later. We set your investment framework upfront, then design the best possible space within it.
No surprises on quote day
Key selections and costs are locked in before construction starts. No mid-build variations, no scope creep, no awkward conversations.
One team, from sketch to handover
A single team guides you from discovery through to completion. You always know who to call.
Timeless, not trend driven
European-influenced detailing and natural materials, designed to age beautifully.
What our clients say
Testimonials
Amazing builders, quick turnaround, and built within the quoted timeframe. Good communication and would highly recommend.
Such a great building company, with easy communication, hardworking staff, high-quality work and attention to detail. I would definitely recommend Collab for their efficiency and good value for money! Thank you, Collab, for transforming my home!
Collab have completed two renovations for us, and I cannot rate them highly enough. Their attention to detail and communication were second to none, and their skill, expertise and advice were exemplary. Thanks to Jack, Jarrod and the whole team at Collab. We love your work.
Fantastic experience from start to finish. The team at Collab Building Group were professional, responsive and delivered top-quality work. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.
My wife and I decided to proceed with Collab after our initial consultation, as we were impressed with their portfolio of previous work and their creative suggestions for our renovation project. From start to finish, we were deeply impressed with their communication and workmanship. The project finished two weeks ahead of schedule, and the end result was fantastic. "
I was delighted with the exceptional service provided by Collab Building Group in constructing my new home. From the initial consultation with Jack and Jarrod to the final touches, their commitment, creativity and craftsmanship were evident at every stage.
Wanna Collab?
Tell us about your home.
Share a few details and we'll arrange a discovery call to understand your project, brief and timeline. No obligation, no pressure.
Prefer to talk? Call us on 1300 407 328.
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- Discovery call with a project lead
- Walkthrough of our design-led process
- Honest guidance on scope and investment