Office Profile
Welcome to Smith & Sons Surf Coast – Leading Experts in Home Renovations & Extensions
At Smith & Sons Surf Coast, we specialise in creating stunning home renovations and bespoke extensions across the Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula. Whether you’re looking to expand your living space, modernise your kitchen, or design your dream outdoor entertaining area, our expert team is ready to bring your vision to life. We work closely with you to develop tailored design solutions that reflect your lifestyle and enhance both the beauty and value of your home.
Backed by the award-winning and long-standing Smith & Sons Geelong builder Mark Stewart, this office is led day-to-day by General Manager Ben Shannon. Ben combines deep local knowledge with extensive renovation experience, ensuring that every project is handled with precision, transparency and care. From concept to completion, our proven Design–Plan–Construct process gives you a stress-free renovation journey with exceptional results.
Whether you live in Torquay, Fairhaven, Anglesea, Bells Beach, Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove, Wallington, Queenscliff or surrounding areas, Smith & Sons Surf Coast can help transform your house into a home you’ll love for years to come.
About Us
Since 2009, Smith & Sons Renovations & Extensions has grown from a single Queensland office into a trusted international brand across Australia, New Zealand and Canada. Today, we’re proud to be among Australia’s leading renovation and extension specialists.
Smith & Sons Surf Coast continues this legacy locally. Backed by Mark Stewart and managed by Ben Shannon, our team offers a complete building service, from initial design through to final construction. We provide detailed project timelines, regular updates and total transparency every step of the way. Our skilled tradespeople work to the highest standards, and all projects meet current Australian building regulations, backed by comprehensive warranties on materials and labour.
With a reputation for outstanding craftsmanship and innovative design, Smith & Sons Surf Coast ensures your renovation or extension is delivered with care, professionalism and attention to detail. Whether it’s a single room update or a large-scale transformation, we turn your dreams into reality.
Our Area
Smith & Sons Surf Coast proudly serves the entire Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula, including Torquay, Fairhaven, Anglesea, Bells Beach, Barwon Heads, Ocean Grove, Wallington, Queenscliff and many other surrounding communities.
This spectacular coastal region is famous for its world-class beaches, relaxed lifestyle and vibrant townships. From the rugged beauty of the Great Ocean Road to the serene waters of Port Phillip Bay, the Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula offer an enviable way of life. Homes here range from historic seaside cottages to contemporary coastal retreats, and each property presents unique opportunities for renovation and extension.
Our team lives and works locally, giving us a deep understanding of the area’s character and building requirements. Whether you want to preserve the charm of a heritage property, create a modern open-plan design or build an outdoor living space that captures sea breezes and ocean views, Smith & Sons Surf Coast is perfectly placed to help. We blend quality craftsmanship with personalised service to deliver renovations and extensions that complement the natural beauty and lifestyle of this dynamic coastal region.
What We Do
At Smith & Sons Surf Coast, we proudly offer a comprehensive building service that encompasses the entire process, starting from the initial design phase and concluding with completion. Our streamlined and effective 3-step renovation process, namely Design, Plan, Construct (DPC), ensures a stress-free building experience that you will cherish.
Our unwavering commitment lies in delivering exceptional customer service, prioritising honesty, effective communication, and getting the job done right the first time. We strongly believe that keeping you informed at every stage is crucial to the success of your home renovation project. By providing regular updates, you can easily track the progress of each phase and have a clear understanding of expected timeframes.
Our Services
Home Extensions: A home extension is a great way to add space and value to your home without having to go through the stress and expense of moving house. It involves expanding your home by building additional rooms or extending existing ones. Home extensions can range from the edition of a single room to a more complex project, such as adding a second storey. With the help of our professional builders, we can create a custom design that meets your needs and reflects your personal style, all while enhancing the functionality and value of your home.
Knock-Down Rebuilds: Our experienced team will work with you to design a custom home that reflects your unique style, requirements, and budget. From obtaining council approvals to final inspections, we'll manage every step of the process to ensure that your new home is safe, efficient, and completed on time.
Second Storey Additions: A second storey addition is a popular way to add extra living space to your home. It involves adding a new level on top of your existing home, creating additional bedrooms, bathrooms, or living areas. If you love where you live, a second storey addition is a great solution for your family that has outgrown their current lowset home. It can also be a cost-effective alternative to moving to a larger home in a more expensive area. With our help, you can design a custom second storey addition that complements your existing home and meets your specific requirements and budget.
Home Makeover Projects: Our expert team specialise in complete home makeovers that transform your home into a beautiful and functional living space. From small-scale renovations to complete interior and exterior overhauls, we can help you achieve your home renovation dreams. Our team of skilled professionals will work with you to create a custom design that meets your needs and style.
Kitchens: We believe that your kitchen is the heart of every home. A kitchen renovation can range from a simple update with new cabinetry, benchtops and fixtures through to a complete redesign that completely transforms the space.
Bathroom and Laundries: Dreamt of a bath to relax in after a long day at work? One of our most popular renovation projects, let us help you create a bathroom or laundry renovation that’s functional and refreshing.
Granny Flats and Garage Conversions: A cost effective and great renovation solution to add value and space to your home without the expenses of moving.
Decks and Outdoor Extensions: The outdoor space is an extension of your home. We specialise in creating custom outdoor decks and extensions that help you maximize your outdoor living space and enhance your outdoor lifestyle.
Unit Renovations: Thinking of a renovation on your unit? We offer unit renovation services that are customised to your needs, preferences, and financial plan outcomes that amplify the potential of your unit.
What Is The DPC?
Are you considering a major home renovation? Smith & Sons Surf Coast offer a unique DPC process that can help you achieve your goals. DPC stands for Design, Plan and Construct, it is a thorough three-step process that has been developed by Smith & Sons specifically for large-scale home renovation projects. With DPC, our team works closely with you throughout each phase, from design, planning and construction, ensuring a seamless and collaborative experience along the entire journey. More details on each component below.
Design
The design phase marks the beginning of your home transformation. It's where our builders will first connect with you to discuss the changes you would like to make. Regardless of whether you have a few ideas in mind or are starting from scratch with no idea where to start, our experienced team is here to guide you. Drawing on years of building experience, we work together with you to create a custom design that caters to your specific needs, lifestyle, budget, and timelines. As design and build specialists, we don't require any prior plans before our initial meeting. During this stage, we'll provide you with expert advice on the range of options available to achieve your dream home. If you're considering a home renovation all you need to do is contact us and we'll take care of the rest.
Plan
After collaborating with our builders and finalising your design in the design stage, we move on to stage two – planning your home transformation! Our planning stage includes obtaining all required permits and ensuring compliance with local regulations to prevent any unexpected issues during the construction phase to ensure a smooth renovation process. After all the details have been taken care of, we move on to the most exciting part of the process, where construction finally begins!
Construct
Get ready to say goodbye to the old and welcome to the new! Our builders are here to make your dream home a reality. We understand that home renovations can be stressful, and during this phase communication is paramount. We will keep you informed every step of the way, and our builders are always available to answer your questions. Once construction is complete, it's time for the most rewarding part of the journey – handover. Our builders will guide you through the changes made and provide you with any other relevant information. It's time to sit back, relax, and enjoy your brand-new renovated home! With our team of experts by your side, building your renovation dreams has never been easier.