Home Renovations Windsor
Windsor Homes,
Reimagined
Complete home renovations in Windsor and across Melbourne for over 20 years, from a single room to the whole house. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Windsor Home, Done Properly
Hi, I’m Tony Simonovski, owner and founder of our family-run business, Smarter Home Renovations. Established in early 2002, we have over 20 years of professional experience in carpentry, construction, design and home renovations in Windsor.
What Our Clients Say
5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 25 reviews
Exceptional service at reasonable prices!
“We can't recommend Tony and his team enough and we're very grateful for their service. From the onset of the quote, Tony was very professional and clear about what was included. The team were prompt, tidy and the quality of the workmanship was excellent. We will definitely be using Tony and the team again for future renovations.”
Great Experience
“I really can't say enough good things about Smarter Home Renovations! Tony and Milan were wonderful to deal with. They explained every detail of the process and were very responsive with the questions I had along the way. Their attention to detail was outstanding and they really worked hard to make it a great experience for me. Workmanship was great quality, their work ethic was solid and presentation was very professional. I'm extremely pleased with my renovations and would not hesitate to recommend their workmanship. Thanks again.”
Professional all the way
“We initially talked to Smarter Home Renovations due to their reputation and experience. Plus we were referred to them through someone who had already updated their laundry and they were rapt. Tony was personable, a good listener and made sure he understood our needs. He was very flexible in negotiations, ensuring a win-win outcome. The team were highly professional and excellent communicators making sure the work was completed on schedule and to budget. We now have an attractive and spacious family home which we have no intention of leaving! My wife and I would not hesitate to recommend Tony from Smarter Home Renovations.”
Renovating Homes in Windsor
Windsor’s housing mixes narrow Victorian terraces, workers’ cottages and Edwardian homes with 1960s and 1970s walk-up flats and newer apartments, on tight blocks with neighbours close on both sides. Many period homes have a dark interior, a narrow rear and limited living space, and some older houses were divided into flats or added to with lean-tos over many decades.
Home projects here usually involve reworking narrow layouts for light and open living, adding upstairs bedrooms where planning allows, restoring period details and upgrading insulation, glazing and services. Heritage controls apply to parts of Windsor, including the Chapel Street precinct, so external changes can need a planning permit, and we plan for tight access and neighbours on both sides.
Windsor at a Glance
- Postcode
- Windsor VIC 3181
- Council
- City of Stonnington (part of Windsor is in the City of Port Phillip)
- From the CBD
- About 5 km south-east
- Typical Homes
- Victorian terraces and workers’ cottages
- Edwardian houses
- 1960s and 1970s walk-up flats
- Apartments and townhouses
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,520,000
- Median unit price$530,000
- House rent$890 a week
- Unit rent$575 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
What to Plan For When Renovating in Windsor
Heritage
Heritage Controls in Windsor
Parts of Windsor are in a Heritage Overlay, including the Chapel Street precinct (HO126), and Windsor railway station is on the Victorian Heritage Register. Heritage areas can be added or reviewed through planning scheme amendments, so we check the current maps for your address. In a heritage area, demolition and external changes generally need a planning permit.
Permits
Two Councils
Most of Windsor is in the City of Stonnington, with part of the suburb in the City of Port Phillip. Each council has its own planning scheme schedules, heritage studies and processes, so the council for your address shapes what permits a renovation needs. We confirm this before design and deal with the right council from the start.
Planning
Upper Floors on Tight Lots
Adding a second storey to a Windsor terrace or cottage has to respect overshadowing and overlooking of neighbours close by, and in a heritage area an upper level usually needs to sit well back from the street. A rear upper addition, a loft within the roof or a light court can each add space. We look at what the planning rules allow before sketching.
Neighbours
Party Walls and Neighbours
Many Windsor homes share a party wall with the house next door. Building work that affects it can need protection work notices under Victorian building regulations, and a condition survey of the neighbouring house before work starts protects everyone. We talk through scaffolding, noise and access with you so the neighbours are kept informed throughout.
Insulation
Draughts and Single Glazing
Windsor’s Victorian and Edwardian houses typically have single glazed sash windows, high ceilings and gaps under the floors, so they lose heat quickly. Draught sealing, secondary glazing behind original sashes, ceiling insulation and underfloor insulation where there is access improve comfort while keeping street-facing windows intact for heritage reasons.
Get a Free Home Estimate in Windsor
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Windsor home.
- 1Tell us about your project
Two quick steps. It takes about two minutes.
- 2We call you back
Tony will be in touch within one business day to talk through your ideas.
- 3Free on-site consultation
We visit, measure up and listen to how you want the space to work.
- 4Fixed-price quote
A detailed, itemised quote. What we quote is what you pay.
No obligation, no pressure
Family-run since 2002. Your estimate is free and your details are never shared with third parties.
Your Home Renovations in Windsor
Living Areas & Open Plan
Knock out walls, open up floor plans, upgrade flooring and lighting, transforming how your family uses the heart of your home.
Extensions & Additions
Need more space? We design and build home extensions that integrate seamlessly with your existing structure, inside and out.
Flooring & Finishes
Timber, tiles, polished concrete or carpet; we supply and install quality flooring, paired with painting and plastering to match.
Built-In Joinery
Custom wardrobes, entertainment units, bookshelves and storage walls, built to your exact dimensions and finished to a high standard.
Electrical & Lighting
Updated power points, new light fittings, downlights, dimmer switches and data cabling, all by licensed electricians.
Painting & Plastering
Interior and exterior painting, skim coating, patching and full repaint, finished with precision and cleaned up completely.
Your Windsor Home in 5 Steps
Meet & Greet
We get to know you and your specific needs. And you find out more about us to make sure we are a good fit.
Consult & Design
We ask lots of questions to understand your ideal outcome for your project. We discuss layout, budget, colours and more.
Quote
A comprehensive quotation outlining all the details, costs and timelines to complete your project.
Construct & Manage
Time to get to work with all our suppliers and trades to construct your project and deliver it as promised.
Deliver
We strive to deliver your project on time and on budget. We believe in 100% customer satisfaction from start to finish.
Our Work Near Windsor
Home Renovations In and Around Windsor
Windsor (3181) is about 5 km south-east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate homes in Windsor and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Can I add a second storey to my Windsor terrace?
It can be possible, but it depends on the zone, any Heritage Overlay and the effect on neighbours. In heritage areas, an upper level usually needs to sit well back so the original front still reads from the street. We check the planning controls for your address first, then sketch options that are realistic to get approved.
How do you manage access on a tight Windsor site?
Many Windsor homes have no driveway and little space at the front, and parking near Chapel Street is limited. We plan skip bins, deliveries and scaffolding in advance, apply for any council permits needed to use the street, and keep the work area contained. Neighbours on both sides are told about noisy stages ahead of time.
Can we stay in our Windsor house during the renovation?
In a small terrace, living through a major renovation is hard because there is no separate part of the house to retreat to. Smaller jobs, such as a bathroom or a front room restoration, can be done while you stay. For extensions and full renovations we usually suggest moving out during the main structural stages and give you dates to plan around.
What should we do before selling a Windsor period home?
Windsor’s Victorian and Edwardian homes attract buyers who value original details, so repairing rather than replacing them is usually sensible. Painting, fixing cracked plaster, servicing the heating, freeing up sash windows and tidying the courtyard present the home well. A rear extension or second storey involves permits and a long build, so it belongs to owners who are staying on.
Ready to Start Your Renovation?
No matter the project, our team has the right solution. Get in touch today for a free, no-obligation quote, and let's get your renovation underway.