Dual Living

From old home to two new ones.

Architectural design, subdivision, town planning, demolition, builder selection and project management — your entire dual occupancy journey across Melbourne, guided by one team.

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Architectural Design

Designed around your block — and your budget.

Every site is different, so every design starts from scratch. We shape dual occupancy homes around your block's orientation, constraints and the return you're after — balancing liveability with rental appeal.

  • Site-specific dual occupancy concepts
  • Styles from contemporary to French Provincial and heritage terrace
  • Designed with planning feasibility built in
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Architectural designer working on dual occupancy plans
Interior design mood board with materials and finishes
Subdivision

One block. Two titles.

Across Melbourne, subdivision can unlock real value by turning a single property into two separate lots. Whether your block qualifies — and how it's best divided — depends on land size, frontage, zoning and council overlays. Your free assessment looks at exactly that.

  • Assessment of subdivision potential for your site
  • The most workable lot configuration
  • How subdivision fits with your design and planning
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Vacant block illustrated as subdivided into Lot 1 and Lot 2
Illustration only — actual lot layout depends on your site and council requirements.
Town Planning

Through council, without the guesswork.

Zoning, overlays, setbacks and approvals are where projects stall. We manage the town planning pathway and liaise with council on your behalf, so your project keeps moving toward a planning permit.

  • Feasibility against zoning & overlays
  • Permit and approval management
  • Council liaison from application to decision
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Town planning approved stamp on dual occupancy plans
Knockdown Rebuild & Demolition

Out with the old, up with two new homes.

If your block already has a house on it, a knockdown rebuild (KDRB) is often the path to dual living. We coordinate the demolition of the existing dwelling through to construction of your new dual occupancy — the full transformation you can see playing above.

  • Demolition of the existing home, managed for you
  • Knockdown rebuild coordinated end to end
  • A clean path from old house to two new homes
See what your block could become
Dual occupancy under construction at framing stage
Dual occupancy framing on site
Quotes & Pricing

Clear, comparable, no surprises.

You receive detailed project quotations, tender documentation and full specifications — so you know exactly what's included and what it costs before anything begins. Transparent pricing is how trust is built.

  • Detailed project quotation
  • Tender documentation & full specifications
  • Comparable, itemised and clear
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dualliving.net.au project quotation document
Tender document cover
Specification and elevation document
Document covers shown are illustrative examples.
Builder Selection

Matched with the right builder.

Choosing a builder is the single biggest risk in any build. We help match you with the right one for your project, act as your intermediary, and keep the client–builder relationship strong from start to finish.

  • Builder matching for your project type
  • Clear, comparable quoting
  • An intermediary in your corner throughout
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Successful handshake over dual occupancy plans
Builder and building surveyor reviewing plans on site
Project Management

We manage it — you watch it happen.

From the first site measure to handover, we coordinate every stage and stay your single point of contact. Less chasing, fewer surprises, and a team that's been here before guiding the way.

  • End-to-end coordination across every trade
  • One point of contact, start to finish
  • Guidance and reassurance at each step
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Site measure meeting with building surveyor
Client consultation reviewing dual occupancy plans
In their words

People we've guided.

★★★★★
"Travis worked with us to identify the right builders, organised meetings, and attended to act as an intermediary ensuring a strong client-builder relationship. He has his finger on the pulse of the building industry. While it can feel uncertain at times, we have always been able to turn to Travis for guidance and reassurance."
ALAndyHuntingdale, Melbourne
Dual occupancy client
★★★★★
"During my time working with Travis, I found him to be well educated and experienced in the knockdown rebuild process, particularly dual occupancy. He built great rapport with his clients and ensured they were properly informed. Professional in all my dealings with him."
KBKatherineBurwood, Melbourne
Property industry colleague
★★★★★
"Travis has been a big help on our building journey. Friendly and professional from the get-go — we could not praise him enough and would definitely recommend him to family and friends."
NLNatalieChadstone, Melbourne
Dual occupancy client

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