Paddington is one of Sydney’s most intact Victorian precincts. Almost entirely terrace houses, narrow lots, party walls, shared drainage, and heritage facades that City of Sydney Council works hard to protect. If you are renovating or building here, the constraints are real and the approvals process is not simple.
We are Green. ANVIL., a boutique construction firm working across Paddington on terrace renovations, heritage builds, and commercial fitouts. We manage DA applications, heritage compliance, and construction under one roof, from first concept through to handover.
Talk to us about your Paddington project.
We work across Sydney’s eastern suburbs. If your project is outside Paddington, we are likely still a fit.
Talk to Us About Your Paddington Project
If you have a Paddington terrace renovation, extension, or new build in mind, we are happy to have a direct conversation about scope, approvals, and realistic timelines.
We work across the full range of residential and light commercial construction in Paddington, including:
| Project Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Terrace renovations | Full or partial refurbishment of Victorian and Federation terraces, including structural work, new fitouts, and facade retention. |
| Kitchen renovations | Redesigned kitchens within existing terrace footprints, managing services, layout, and material selection. |
| Bathroom renovations | New bathrooms and ensuites, including waterproofing, tiling, and heritage-compliant finishes. |
| Home extensions | Rear, upper-level, and rooftop extensions subject to DA approval and heritage overlay requirements. |
| Custom home builds | Full rebuilds and new dwellings where the existing structure cannot be retained. |
| Commercial fitouts | Shop, studio, and small commercial tenancy fitouts within Paddington’s mixed-use streetscapes. |
Paddington sits within the Paddington Heritage Conservation Area under City of Sydney Council jurisdiction. That has practical consequences for your project.
The conservation area covers some of Sydney’s most recognisable streetscapes, including Oxford Street, Five Ways, and the surrounding residential blocks of intact Victorian terraces. Council heritage controls apply to most works affecting the exterior appearance of a building, including windows, doors, fences, rooflines, and materials.
What this means for your build:
We have worked through these requirements on many Paddington projects. We know what Council expects and we prepare documentation accordingly.
A director on every project: Our leadership team stays directly involved on every build. Your project is not handed off to a site manager you have never met. You have a direct line to the person accountable for your project from start to finish.
Over 10 years of experience: We have been building in Sydney’s inner east for over a decade. That includes a long track record in heritage conservation areas, design-and-construct engagements, and complex terrace renovations on narrow lots with party walls and shared services.
Award-winning work: Our projects have been recognised across the industry. Latest award won include: 2025 Master Builders Association of NSW Excellence in Construction Awards, Refurbishment/Renovation/Extension Up to $10 Million H. May Precinct
Close collaboration with architects and designers: We work alongside architects, interior designers, and heritage consultants. We are comfortable reading and building from detailed documentation, and we flag buildability issues early rather than late.
A focus on reuse and sustainability: Where existing materials can be repurposed, we work with clients to retain them. Original floorboards, joinery, brickwork, and architectural details are assessed before anything is demolished. It is better for the environment and better for the character of the building.
Yes. Terrace renovations are a core part of our work in Paddington. We handle the full scope: structural works, new fitouts, extensions, and heritage facade retention. We also manage the DA process where approvals are required.
Paddington sits within the Paddington Heritage Conservation Area under City of Sydney Council. Most external works require heritage assessment, and many require a DA. Internal works are sometimes exempt, depending on the scope and the specific listing of the property. We assess this at the start of every project.
A typical terrace renovation involves an initial design phase, heritage and planning assessment, DA lodgement if required, and then construction. On most projects, we work closely with the architect or designer through each stage. Construction timelines vary by scope, but a full terrace renovation generally runs six to twelve months from DA approval to completion.
Cost depends on scope, the condition of the existing structure, and the level of finish. A partial renovation focusing on bathrooms and kitchens sits at a different price point to a full structural renovation with an extension. We provide detailed, fixed-price proposals after an initial site review and scope confirmation.
In most cases, yes. Rear extensions are the most common approach, and upper-level or rooftop additions are possible on some properties. All extensions in the conservation area require a DA and are assessed against heritage controls. We manage that process as part of the project.
It depends on the scope and the heritage listing of your property. Internal works are sometimes compliant development. External alterations, extensions, and anything affecting the heritage fabric of the building will typically require a DA. We confirm this early so you know what you are dealing with before committing to a programme.
The first step is a conversation about your project. We ask about the scope, the site, and your timeline. From there, we carry out a site review and put together a preliminary programme and proposal. There is no obligation at that stage.
Let’s build something exceptional.