Home Renovation Builder in Hornsby
Hornsby based renovation builders who understand how to guide clients through the renovation process successfully and safely to achieve a stunning outcome.
Hornsby Smith & Sons
A better way to renovate in Hornsby & Ku-ring-gai Shire
With 30+ years experience building across Sydney’s North Shore, we’re your local experts in renovations, extensions and additions.
Many homeowners come to us knowing they need more from their home, but they are not yet sure what is possible, what it may cost, whether they need approvals, or how to turn their ideas into a buildable plan. That is where our process makes the difference.
Our team works with you from the early planning stages, helping shape your renovation ideas into practical, well-considered outcomes. We look at how your home currently functions, what your family needs now, how your lifestyle may change in the future, and how your renovation can add long-term value without losing sight of your budget.
With a deep understanding of the local shire, approval processes and the unique nature of residential blocks across Hornsby and the surrounding suburbs, our team brings valuable local insight to every renovation. We’re also respectful, polite and mindful in the way we work, treating your home with the same care as if it were our own.
From first conversation to final handover, our focus is simple: to make your renovation feel clear, informed and well managed.
Our Design, Plan & Construct Difference
Renovating because you love where you live?
For many homeowners, moving is not the preferred option.
You may love your street, your school catchment, your neighbours, your commute, community, or the lifestyle your area gives your family. But the home itself may no longer suit the way you live. A renovation allows you to stay in the location you love while creating a home that feels more functional, spacious and enjoyable.
Smith & Sons Hornsby can help you explore whether your home is suitable for:
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A ground floor extension
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A second storey addition
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A kitchen and living area renovation
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A bathroom or laundry upgrade
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A full internal reconfiguration
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Outdoor entertaining improvements
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A complete home renovation
We are proud members of:
30+ years of local building expertise
At Smith & Sons Hornsby, we believe a successful renovation is about more than improving a home, it is about creating spaces that enhance the way people live. With decades of combined experience across building, construction management, design, project delivery, and client service, our team is dedicated to helping homeowners bring their vision to life with confidence.
Led by Brett Kingham, a qualified builder with more than 30 years of industry experience, our team combines traditional craftsmanship with modern building knowledge to deliver exceptional renovations and extensions throughout the Hornsby area. From the earliest stages of planning and design through to construction and completion, we provide a clear and considered process, ensuring every detail is carefully managed, and every client feels supported along the way.
Our experienced team brings a diverse range of skills and expertise to every project. From Fiona’s commitment to keeping business operations, finance and administration organised and running smoothly, through to James, Mark, and Paul’s experience in construction management, building design, and project delivery, we work together to provide a complete renovation experience built around quality, communication, and trust.
For us, the most rewarding part of building is seeing ideas become reality. Whether it is creating a more functional family home, adding much-needed space, or transforming an outdated property into something truly special, we take pride in delivering homes that are designed around the needs and aspirations of each client.
As a locally connected business, we value the relationships we have built within the Hornsby community. We are proud to support local initiatives, contribute to community projects, assist local charities, and help develop the next generation of building professionals through work experience and training opportunities.
Our commitment to excellence extends beyond each completed project. We continually invest in training, industry knowledge, and the latest building practices to ensure our clients receive the highest standard of workmanship and service.
Much of our business has been built through repeat clients and personal recommendations, something we consider the greatest compliment. At Smith & Sons Hornsby, we are proud to create beautiful homes, lasting relationships, and renovation experiences our clients can feel confident recommending to others.
Your local Hornsby Shire renovation builders
Smith & Sons Hornsby works with homeowners across Hornsby, Hornsby Heights, Mount Colah, Mount Kuring-Gai, Berowra, Asquith, Waitara, Wahroonga, Thornleigh, Westleigh, Pennant Hills, Normanhurst and surrounding areas.
From modernising dated interiors to extending for more space or reworking layouts for better everyday function, the Hornsby and Ku-ring-gai Shires offer strong renovation potential. At Smith & Sons Hornsby, we understand the local housing styles, council requirements and building conditions across the area, allowing us to deliver practical renovation solutions that feel right for the home, the block and the way our clients live.
Whether you are renovating an older family home, planning an extension, adding a second storey or updating key rooms, our team can help you understand what is possible.
Smith & Sons Hornsby is your renovation builder in the Upper North Shore..
Brett Kingham have 20 years of experience working in the building industry and have been providing work experience for year 10 students from local High Schools. We have also taken on board students from TAFE and School based Technical Colleges during their pre-apprentice programs..
If you are thinking of renovating your home in Hornsby, there is no better time than now to
get your home renovation happening. We can take your ideas and turn them into
reality. We specialise in, Renovations & Extensions, Alterations & Additions,
Kitchens, Bathrooms, Decks & Pergolas, Outdoor Entertaining Areas, Remedial
Building works… and anything else you can imagine!
Using our simple 3 Step Renovation Process we make the entire renovation
process an enjoyable experience for you and your family. We understand that it
takes a team of reliable, respectful and skilled people to renovate a home, and
being local means that “Franchisee” and his team have the connections and best
resources available.
Our professional and fully licensed team are passionate about getting your job
done right the first time, so you can enjoy all your new home has to offer.
So call Brett Kingham today on 0427 649 414 or email us to hornsby@smith-sons.com.au to start your home renovation with a team that cares.
Our Services
Home Extensions
If you love where you live but need more space, a home extension can help you stay in your area while creating a home that better suits your lifestyle. From extra bedrooms and living areas to larger kitchens and open-plan family spaces, we design and build extensions that improve function, flow and long-term value.
Second Storey Additions
A second storey addition is a smart way to create more room without sacrificing your backyard or moving suburbs. Ideal for growing families, it can add bedrooms, bathrooms, a parent retreat or extra living space while complementing your existing home.
Internal Reconfigurations
Sometimes your home has the space, it just needs to work harder. We help rework existing layouts to improve flow, natural light, storage and everyday functionality, creating a home that feels more practical, connected and enjoyable to live in.
Bathroom and Laundry Renovations
A well-planned bathroom or laundry can make a big difference to daily life. We create functional, durable and refreshing spaces with quality workmanship, practical layouts and finishes suited to your home.
Kitchen Renovations
The kitchen is one of the hardest-working spaces in the home. Whether you need a simple update or a complete redesign, we create kitchens that improve storage, layout, functionality and connection to the rest of your living areas.
Decks and Outdoor Extensions
Outdoor areas should feel like a natural extension of your home. We design and build decks and outdoor living spaces that improve entertaining, everyday use and connection to your backyard.
Secondary Accommodation
In-law accomodation, teenage retreats and guest accomodation created within your existing home, without the cost of moving. We can help you plan and build a practical solution.
Garages
From secure vehicle storage to workshops, storage areas or multi-use spaces, we can help you make better use of your garage. Our team creates practical garage solutions that suit your home, lifestyle and available space.
Unit Renovations
Unit and apartment renovations require smart planning and careful coordination. We help improve layouts, finishes and functionality to make the most of your space while working within the requirements of strata and existing building conditions.
THE VALUE WE DELIVER
Why homeowners choose Smith & Sons Hornsby
1. A design and build process with builder insight from the beginning
Beautiful plans are only valuable if they can be built well, priced properly and delivered with confidence.
Our Design, Plan and Construct process brings builder knowledge into the early stages of your renovation. This means practical considerations like structure, access, staging, approvals, material selections, cost planning and timing are considered before construction begins.
For homeowners, this creates a more informed process and helps reduce the disconnect that can happen when design and construction are treated separately.
2. Renovations that respect the home’s character
Many homes across Turramurra, and surround North Shore suburbs have strong architectural character, established streetscapes and generous blocks.
Our approach is to improve the way your home functions while respecting the elements that make it valuable in the first place. That may mean retaining period detail, creating a seamless extension, improving natural light, modernising interiors, or designing a more functional layout without losing the home’s original feel.
3. Premium quality without unnecessary complexity
A high-quality renovation should feel organised, not overwhelming.
We help guide you through design decisions, selections, planning, approvals and construction with a clear process and one coordinated team. You will understand what is happening, what needs to be decided, and how each stage supports the outcome.
4. Local experience across North Shore homes
Renovating in the Upper North Shore often comes with specific considerations: established homes, sloping sites, larger blocks, heritage-style detailing, mature gardens, access constraints and high expectations around finish quality.
Our local knowledge helps us plan more carefully from the start.