Custom Home Builder in Camberwell for New Builds and Period Renovations
Energy-efficient custom homes and sympathetic period renovations across Camberwell.
RAW Building Group builds custom, energy-efficient new homes and renovates period homes across Camberwell and Melbourne’s inner east. You work directly with a director, Rod or Will, from the first site visit to handover.
What we do in Camberwell
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Custom new homes
Architect-designed homes built to suit your block and the way your family lives, from around $600,000.
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Homes planned to stay comfortable year round and cost less to run, using smart orientation, insulation, glazing and airtight detailing.
Energy-efficient design
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Sensitive updates to Edwardian, Federation and Californian bungalow homes that keep their character while improving comfort and flow.
Period home renovations
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Home extension
Rear and second-storey additions that bring more space and natural light into an established home.
Custom Home Builder in Camberwell You Can Trust
Building in Camberwell
Camberwell is one of Melbourne’s most sought-after inner-east suburbs, known for its generous blocks, established gardens and mix of Californian bungalow, Federation and period homes. That combination suits two kinds of project: a sensitive renovation that respects the original home, or a custom new build designed for modern, energy-efficient living.
Parts of Camberwell sit within a City of Boroondara heritage overlay, and we manage the planning and building permits, engineering and construction so your project runs smoothly from design to handover.
Why Camberwell homeowners choose RAW
RAW is a director-led builder, which means Rod or Will is personally on your project, not a sales rep who hands you over once the contract is signed. We deliberately run a small number of builds at once, so quality and communication never slip.
RAW is rated five stars by its clients, who point to the craftsmanship, clear communication and lasting quality of every build. You can read their reviews on our testimonials page.
What it costs to build or renovate in Camberwell
Costs depend on the path you take. As a guide, our custom new homes start from around $600,000, and period renovations and extensions from around $350,000. Energy-efficient inclusions can add to the upfront cost, but they lower running costs for the life of the home. New builds usually take 12 to 18 months and renovations 8 to 16 months, from design to handover, with a fixed budget and timeline set before we start
How we work
Consultation
We meet you on site, look at your home or block and talk through what is realistic for your budget.
Design and documentation
We refine the design with your architect, or ours, including energy-efficiency choices, and prepare permit drawings.
Permits and engineering
We manage planning and building permits and coordinate engineers and consultants.
Construction
A director oversees the build, the trades and quality, with clear updates throughout.
Handover
Final finishes, a full clean and the keys to your finished home.
Got Questions?
Camberwell building FAQs
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Yes. We design and build custom new homes across Camberwell and Boroondara, from around $600,000, tailored to your block and the way you live.
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Yes. We build with energy efficiency in mind, using orientation, insulation, glazing and airtight detailing to keep the home comfortable year round and cheaper to run.
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It depends on the home’s condition, your budget and how much you want to change. We can assess both options with you and give honest advice before you commit either way.
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Yes. We update Edwardian, Federation and bungalow homes, keeping their character while improving the layout, comfort and energy performance.
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Some Camberwell properties sit within a City of Boroondara heritage overlay, and new builds and larger extensions need permits. We manage the planning and building permit process for you.
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Custom new homes usually take 12 to 18 months and renovations 8 to 16 months, from design to handover. You get a realistic timeline before we start.
Start your Camberwell project
Book a free, no-obligation consultation and quote. We will meet you on your block or at your home and talk through what is possible.