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14 Years
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Award-Winning Home Builders in Melbourne | Gaia Construction
Gaia Construction is a boutique residential building company founded by Jeremy Gates and Sue Davidson. With over a decade of experience in the European market, Jeremy brings advanced building techniques and a commitment to quality to Melbourne's Bayside and Inner Suburbs. Sue's background in environmental law ensures exceptional client service and transparency. Our team combines skilled carpenters and trusted subcontractors, prioritising attention to detail and adherence to strict deadlines.We specialise in renovations, extensions, and certified passive house construction, integrating sustainable practices and cutting-edge technology. Our client portal offers real-time project updates, fostering trust through open communication. Backed by Master Builders Association Victoria membership, we guarantee completion dates and deliver homes that exceed expectations in comfort, efficiency, and design.
Services
Home Renovations
Extensions
Passive House Building
Energy-Efficient Homes
Project Management
Client Portal Access
Sustainable Construction
Design Consultation
Completion Guarantees
Quality Assurance
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer expert honest advice to help you make informed decisions.
- Our secure client portal provides 24/7 project updates and communication.
- We guarantee completion dates with financial penalties for delays.
- We prioritise high-quality craftsmanship and rigorous quality assurance.
- Our experienced team delivers tailored solutions for complex projects.
Associations and certifications
- Master Builders Association Victoria
- Certified Passive House Tradesperson
What people say
On time completion
Exceptional communication
High-quality craftsmanship
Transparent process
Stress-free experience
Services
Home Renovations
Transform existing spaces into modern, functional homes. Our renovations focus on energy efficiency, spatial optimisation, and quality materials. Clients benefit from fixed-price contracts, guaranteed timelines, and daily project updates via our secure online portal.
Passive House Building
Construct ultra-energy-efficient homes with certified thermal performance. We employ Certified Passive House Tradespersons and partner designers to meet strict benchmarks. Projects include air filtration systems, stable indoor temperatures, and reduced energy costs.
Extensions
Expand living spaces with seamless design integration. Our process includes structural engineering solutions, budget-friendly options, and guaranteed completion dates. Clients receive detailed proposals with fixed pricing and construction schedules.
Project Management
End-to-end project oversight from design to handover. Services include cost control, quality assurance, and coordination of skilled trades. Real-time updates via CoConstruct software ensure transparency and client involvement.
Sustainable Construction
Eco-conscious building practices that reduce environmental impact. We incorporate energy-efficient materials, waste reduction strategies, and renewable energy solutions. Certified expertise ensures compliance with sustainability standards and long-term cost savings.
People
Jeremy Gates
Managing Director
With over 10 years in European construction and Victorian registration since 2012, Jeremy combines global expertise with local standards. His focus on passive house certification and client-centric project management drives Gaia's success.
Sue Davidson
Business Manager
An environmental lawyer with corporate law experience, Sue ensures transparent client communication and administrative excellence. Her legal background supports contract clarity and client trust in complex building projects.
Questions
What areas do Gaia Construction service?
We operate in Melbourne's Bayside and Inner Suburbs, including Brighton, Elwood, Malvern East, and Beaumaris.
Are your building quotes fixed price?
Yes, we provide fixed-price contracts with detailed breakdowns and guaranteed completion dates.
Can you renovate to passive house standards?
Yes, our team includes Certified Passive House Tradespersons who specialise in energy-efficient renovations.
How do you ensure project transparency?
We use the CoConstruct client portal for daily updates, financial tracking, and real-time communication.
What warranties do you offer?
Our contracts include 90-day defects liability periods and completion date guarantees.
How are unexpected costs managed?
All variations require written approval, with detailed cost breakdowns provided before work commences.
Reviews (5)
Richard Rayward
Jul 10, 2021
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I selected Gaia construction as my renovation contractor whilst living in the United States. My process was complicated and difficult at times and overall taking almost 6 months. I reviewed individual company projects, financial performance and customer satisfaction. For the best candidates I also had direct communications on several occasions. In the end, the decision was simple and clear. From the very first step of the design phase, Gaia actively communicated with me. That communication was daily, via their online tool, and in person, often several times a day. Every decision, issue and change
Oliver Horn
May 21, 2021
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Gaia Constructions has exceeded our expectation in what has been our first home build and renovations. We enjoyed the project all the way through from the initial proposal through completion. The initial proposal was extremely detailed and developed in close collaboration with the architect. Gaia helped us great improving architectural designs to create more affordable solutions without sacrificing quality or design. Once we signed the building contract, Gaia worked with a software that allowed us to monitor progress and cost day by day in real time. Project management was outstanding with a supervisor
Caro Dunn
Sep 02, 2020
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Found Gaia after watching a renovation nearby and speaking to the owner who was very positive. I had been looking at builders who could provide me with a sustainable and energy efficient renovation of a 1970s unit. So pleased to go with Jeremy and Sue who were easy to work with and gave me good suggestions for my project. Despite the Covid work restrictions there was minimal delay and the quality was excellent. Having the onsite carpenter Ben was the key to good communication and supervision of the various trades. Daily updates with photos using the Co-construct app kept me informed of progress
Bronwen Drinnan
Dec 13, 2019
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What a pleasure to have found Jeremy and Sue plus their team. Building can be most traumatic especially when working on a property that has a heritage base but with their expertise, ability to find solutions and their wonderful communication skills the exercise of renovating became seamless and the result was truly life changing for us. Please consider them for large renovations or new builds if you wish to work with people who genuinely believe in their buisiness and in the environment.
Alan Law
Nov 17, 2019
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Gaia Construction recently completed a major renovation of a property in Armadale for me and they did a fantastic job. I chose Gaia Construction to be my builder because they gave me the confidence that they understood what I was after for the renovation and that I would receive a good quality product delivered on time. They committed to a fixed price and completed the works on time by having a full time supervisor/carpenter working exclusively on my project. They were resourceful, proactive in resolving issues and applied their construction experience to achieve a better design. The work quality
