Business Details
28 Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Project Management Partner in Carlton North
Build Fresh is a niche project management firm specialising in residential construction, delivering end-to-end solutions tailored to client needs. With over 25 years of industry experience in Melbourne, we act as client-side advocates, managing every phase from concept to completion. Our expertise includes architect and builder selection, budget oversight, permit acquisition, and construction administration, ensuring projects align with client goals. We prioritise transparency, quality control, and regulatory compliance, leveraging extensive industry connections to source trusted professionals. Our team, led by Emily Potter with over 20 years of hands-on experience, provides personalised guidance to navigate complex building processes.By handling logistical challenges and cost management, we reduce client stress while maintaining design integrity and financial accountability. Our track record demonstrates a commitment to successful outcomes, evidenced by client testimonials highlighting professionalism and project efficiency. We serve Melbourne's inner and outer suburbs, including the Mornington Peninsula, catering to new builds, renovations, and luxury projects. Our approach combines risk mitigation with tailored advice, ensuring clients avoid common pitfalls through expert oversight. Build Fresh stands as a trusted partner, transforming construction journeys into seamless experiences with measurable value for homeowners.
Services
Project Management
Architect Selection
Builder Selection
Budget & Scope
Consultants & Permits
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of Melbourne-specific construction expertise.
- Our end-to-end project oversight prevents budget blowouts and delays.
- We hand-select pre-vetted architects and builders with proven track records.
- Our team provides transparent budgeting and cost-saving industry connections.
- We act solely in your interest as independent client advocates.
What people say
Professional and efficient
Excellent decision
Highly recommend
Stress-free process
Exceeded expectations
Services
Project Management
We oversee residential construction projects from concept to completion, managing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder coordination. Our services ensure client interests remain prioritised through regular reporting and photographic updates. With 25+ years of Melbourne industry experience, we deliver stress-free builds while maintaining quality and compliance standards.
Architect Selection
Our team sources and briefs architects aligned with client design preferences and budget parameters. We manage design revisions and ensure compliance with planning regulations. This service guarantees access to skilled professionals who translate client visions into functional, aesthetically pleasing residential spaces.
Builder Selection
We identify and negotiate with builders based on financial stability, organisational capability, and quality track record. Our due diligence process minimises project risks while securing competitive pricing. Clients benefit from pre-vetted professionals matched to their project's specific requirements and complexity.
Budget & Scope
We collaborate with clients to establish realistic budgets aligned with project scope and design aspirations. Our transparent cost management prevents unexpected expenses through comprehensive forecasting of permits, consultant fees, and construction costs from initial planning stages.
Consultants & Permits
We handle acquisition of planning permits, building approvals, and coordination with specialist consultants. This service ensures all regulatory requirements are met efficiently, preventing delays through expert navigation of council processes and documentation submission.
People
Emily Potter
Project Manager
With over 20 years in residential construction, Emily provides expert project oversight, combining industry knowledge with client-focused advocacy to ensure successful building outcomes.
Stuart Potter
Project Coordinator
Specialising in permits and compliance, Stuart leverages industry connections to expedite approvals while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory requirements for all project phases.
Pixie
Office Manager
Our three-year-old Airedale Terrier who adds a welcoming presence to our Carlton North office, enhancing the team's approachable and friendly atmosphere.
Questions
Do you offer services across Melbourne?
We service Melbourne's inner and outer suburbs, including the Mornington Peninsula, for residential construction projects of all scales.
When should I engage your services?
Engaging us at project inception ensures optimal budget alignment and decision-making, though we can assist at any project stage.
How much does a project manager cost?
We provide fixed-price fees tailored to project scope, ensuring cost savings that exceed our fees through expert negotiation and efficiency gains.
How do you control build costs?
We implement transparent budgeting from initial planning, tracking all expenses and variations to prevent unexpected costs throughout the construction process.
What project types do you handle?
We manage new builds, renovations, extensions, and luxury residential projects with equal expertise in design coordination and regulatory compliance.
Can you assist with council approvals?
Yes, we coordinate planning consultants, prepare documentation, and manage permit applications to ensure timely council approvals for your project.
Reviews (7)
Crystal Ter
Nov 27, 2021
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Weve been working with Buildfresh for a while and the projects managed by Buildfresh were impressive with a high level of attention to detail. The team are really informed, friendly and professional. We would recommend them unreservedly.
Hadyn Strichow
Nov 24, 2021
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The team at Build Fresh have been great to deal with and are not only professional but caring and incredibly helpful. They are very well organised and have been more than happy to assist with building solutions and assistance throughout the process of working with them. I highly recommend getting in touch with them if you are considering building or renovating.
Kosmas Xanthis
Nov 20, 2021
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We have found Emily and the Buildfresh team very professional. Emily was always respectful and generous with her time. She and her team always communicated well and kept to their promised timeframes with every project they have undertaken. They were always great throughout the building process very accommodating and helpful with our needs and requirements. Buildfresh is highly recommended to anyone who is undergoing home renovations on either a small or large scale. We are very pleased and grateful for their service.
G. F.
Oct 17, 2021
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We had an outstanding experience working with Emily and her team on our recent renovation. During every stage of the process (from tender through to completion) she not only ensured that things were running on time and on budget but provided a reliable and relevant source of information and practical advice - guiding us and advising us and ensuring that the build process was smooth, high-quality and completed on time. We are thrilled with the result of the finished build and would highly recommend Build Fresh to anyone who wants a timely, smooth, high-quality and hassle-free building experience
Jason Chan
Jul 15, 2021
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Emily and the Build Fresh team were exceptional. I highly recommend them. They managed the building renovation from day one to handover while I was working in regional Victoria and my partner in her demanding job. The transformation is dramatic. I love our new place and thank Emily and Build Fresh for delivering an exceptional result, on time, on budget and during covid restrictions. Here's why I loved my experience: I didn't stress one bit during the renovation. Her team took care of everything. Having them represent you is invaluable. Can't thank them enough!
Stew Roberts
Apr 10, 2021
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Emily & the Build Fresh team went above and beyond our highest expectations. Helping every step along the way in initial ideas all the way down to the colours of the grout Along with keeping us completely up to date with everything during the entire process
Robyn Cameron
Feb 11, 2021
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Thanks so much to Build Fresh! We really appreciated all the help in navigating our renovation from start to finish. A really great end result for us
