Elegant Living Projects
Boutique Builder Melbourne
Custom Homes, Renovations & Developments
Registered & Licensed
50+ Years Experience
Melbourne Based
Domestic & Commercial
WHO WE ARE
Elegant Living Projects
Elegant Living Projects Pty Ltd is a boutique Melbourne builder offering a fully customised design service for new homes, renovations, extensions and unit developments, plus knock-down rebuilds, investment packages and commercial fitouts/construction across Melbourne and surrounding suburbs.
You’ll have direct access to registered builder David Galea throughout the process, with clear communication from first ideas to handover. With 50+ years of combined experience (David & Nik) and licences for both domestic and commercial work, every project is planned around your goals and delivered with the flexibility a true custom build deserves.
What We Do
Our Building Services
Bespoke New Home Builds
New & Custom Homes
Design-led homes built around how you live. Fully customised design service from first ideas to handover across Melbourne and surrounds.
Refresh, Open, Modernise
Renovations
Reimagine kitchens, bathrooms and living spaces or open up the floorplan. Add function, light and value, without moving.
Practical, Compliant Projects
Unit Developments
From dual occ to multi-unit projects, we help plan and deliver practical, compliant builds that make the most of your site.
Purpose-Built spaces
COMMERCIAL
Fitouts and construction for professional spaces that work hard for your business.
SPEAK WITH OUR TEAM
our process
Simple, Transparent Process
1. Discovery & Advice
Share goals, budget, timing. David gives straight, practical advice.
2. Design & Approvals
We coordinate designers/consultants (or work with yours) to finalise plans, engineering & permits.
3. Build & Communicate
Site managed by experienced leads. Clear updates, tidy sites, quality checks.
4. Handover
Detailed walkthrough, documentation, and post-handover support.
Testimonials
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
EXCELLENTTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I want to express my deepest gratitude to David and Nik from Elegant Living Projects for helping me complete my new home. They took over my build after my previous builder went into insolvency, leaving behind a complicated mess and a lot of uncertainty. From day one, David and Nik showed incredible patience, understanding, and professionalism. They stepped in during one of the most stressful times of my life and guided me out of that mess with honesty, transparency, and compassion. I couldn’t be more thankful for the work they’ve done and the support they’ve given me throughout the process. I highly recommend Elegant Living Projects to anyone looking for a builder who not only delivers quality but genuinely cares about their clients. Thank you again, David and Nik—you’ve made this journey so much easier, and I’m truly grateful.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Beautiful and high quality build by David and Nick.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Having our home built by Elegant Living Projects was the best decision we ever made. This is our story… After initially building with Porter Davis and experiencing the devastation of their liquidation, we were left with a partially built home and an overwhelming sense of uncertainty. Desperate to find a builder who could take over, we met with several companies, but it wasn’t until we sat down with David and Nik that we truly felt reassured. They not only sympathised with our situation, but also demonstrated the capability and expertise to complete our home to the highest standard. From the very beginning, their knowledge of the trade was evident. They implemented superior building techniques, carefully reviewed our private building inspector’s reports, and rectified every defect. No detail was overlooked. Despite our many (many!) questions, they answered each one with patience and professionalism. Unlike other builders, Elegant Living Projects gave us full access to our site, allowing us to witness every stage of construction firsthand. Any request for changes or upgrades was met without hesitation, and their flexibility made all the difference. The quality of workmanship from every single trade—carpenters, electricians, plumbers, cabinet makers, tilers, renderers, and painters—was simply outstanding. Each professional was a master of their craft, and the result was a home finished to an incredibly high standard. Behind the scenes, Louise and Haley in the office provided excellent support, ensuring full transparency on contracts, variations, invoicing and ordering, thus providing a seamless experience from start to finish. Beyond just building our home, we made some great friendships with great banter along the way. We wholeheartedly recommend Elegant Living Projects to anyone looking for a builder who genuinely cares and takes pride in their work. If you want a team that is skilled, transparent, and truly invested in your dream home, look no further. Thank you, David, Nik, Louise, Hayley and the entire Elegant Living Projects team!Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. These guys are exceptional builders who are based in the western suburbs of Melbourne. They take massive pride in their work as well as always meeting deadlines on time. David and Nicks communication is great and they are always happy and smiling. It doesn’t matter if it’s a small job or big job, these guys always ensure the job is finished to a high standard in order for the costumers satisfaction to be 10/10. Their Instagram page shows their attention to detail which stands out from the others.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you are looking for reliable home builders in Western Suburbs, I stumbled upon this fantastic construction company. From the moment we expressed interest in their services, David and Nick was friendly, professional, and diligent in addressing all my queries and concerns. They truly are the best in the business when it comes to house construction builder in Western Area of Melbourne. I would highly recommend their services to anyone seeking quality workmanship and excellent customer service. Thanks to David and NickPosted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have recently moved into our new home built by Elegant Living Projects. A big thank you to David and Nik for being great to work with and delivering on a beautiful home. Building a home is one of the biggest decisions you will make in life and It can be a challenge to find someone who you can trust to build your home especially in the current economic environment. Both David and Nik were always supportive and trustworthy. They did what they said they would and were reassuring and supportive. Based on my experience you can absolutely trust these guys to deliver and I have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone considering building a new home. I would also like to thank Hayley who was a pleasure to deal with at all stages in the build. Thanks to the team, David, Nik, Louise and Hayley.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Update: Thank you again seems like such inadequate words to say to the team at Elegant Living projects for the beautiful new home they have once again built us. We thought that were done and that we would be in our last home forever, but children who seem to be set to stay at home for some time yet meant that we needed to look at a bigger home. Who else would we build with but Elegant? David and Nik and the team deliver a house that is not merely a house , its a home from the minute you move in.They take a pride in their work that is so hard to find these days and that pride in their work and determination to deliver you a home that you love does not finish the day the house hands over. We have recommended to many people that they build with Elegant living and we will definitely continue to. David once again helped to make all the things we wanted to do happen and offered excellent support and advice with anything we were not to sure on. We made changes that would not have been possible with other builders. Nik remains a fantastic support often answering my strange, silly or hard questions, while working hard dealing with all the people working to build our home. The result is a home that we love, a home that we know we can live in for many years to come. A home that will suit the changes that will happen as the years go by with our family. Thank you David, Nik and the whole team at Elegant Living Projects. My First Review: Thank you seems like such inadequate words to say to the team at Elegant Living Projects and what they have done for us. From the very first day we met to today (18 months after moving in) you have made us very happy homeowners. David’s determination to make our wants and needs come to reality as well as giving us better alternatives has given us not just a house but also a home. The team worked with us to ensure that they designed a home that suited us, Nik was amazing and no question was too hard or too silly. We have a home we can relax in, a home that suits the needs of us as a whole family, and a home we love. We would definitely build with Elegant Living Projects again, everything is perfect from the moment you walk through the front door. Kate & AndrewPosted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve built a few family homes in the past and I wasn’t prepared to go down the route of accepting the plans of a typical volume builder because once you make structural changes, these will start adding up. In my case, I wanted to build a house to my taste and after checking a few builders out, I chose Elegant Living Projects as they were custom builders that could do this for me. If you are wanting to take pride in a home that you know will be built well and not cut-corners, I would highly recommend building with Elegant Living Projects. David and Nik are honest builders that take pride in their work and build to customer requirements. In my prior house, I had engaged a building inspector, however when building with David and Nik, I didn’t even engage a building inspector because I trusted them, and that trust is because I could see the products, building expertise, and quality of the work they did. If you want a cheap house, best to go with a volume builder, but if you want good old fashion and honest custom builders, you won’t regret building with Elegant Living Projects.
RECENT PROJECTS
PORTFOLIO
The Elegant Living Difference
Why Build With Us
Direct Access to Your Builder
You’ll deal directly with our director and builder throughout your project. From first meeting to final handover, you deal with David, not a call centre.
Proven, On-Time Delivery
Clear sequencing, tidy sites, reliable communication. We set realistic programs and stick to them, with milestone updates so you always know what’s next.
50+ Years Combined
David & Nik bring practical know-how to every project. That experience means smarter planning, fewer site surprises, and a finish that feels considered.
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas do you service?
Melbourne and surrounding suburbs, including the Western, Northern, Eastern Suburbs, and the Geelong area
Do you work with our designer or architect?
Yes. We’re happy to collaborate, or we can introduce trusted design partners.
Do you offer fixed-price contracts?
Yes, once design documentation is complete, we provide a fixed price with clear inclusions.
Do you handle permits and approvals?
Yes. We coordinate planning/building permits, engineering, and required consultants.
Can we live in the home during a renovation?
Often, yes, staged works are planned case-by-case to reduce disruption and maintain safety.
Do you handle knock-down rebuilds and unit developments?
Yes. We manage KDRs and dual occ/multi-unit projects from feasibility and approvals through to handover.