Northcote is a close cousin of Brunswick — the housing stock is similar (workers’ cottages, single-fronted Victorian terraces, a growing number of renovations and extensions), the streets are similar (narrow, tree-lined, with on-street parking that matters for install day), and the design briefs are similar (mudrooms, feature walls, and built-in storage for tight floor plans).
Northcote is one of our busiest inner-north suburbs. The housing stock rewards joinery that respects the original detail, and the floor plans cry out for the kind of made-to-measure storage we do best.
The most common Northcote projects are mudrooms, feature walls in the living or main bedroom, and built-in under-stair storage in the workers’ cottages.
Why Northcote homeowners choose us
- We do the most mudroom work in the inner-north, and Northcote is one of our top three suburbs
- We design around uneven walls and low ceilings (the Northcote default)
- Our workshop is in Brunswick, so consults are usually same-week
- We hand-finish everything, which suits the period detail of these homes
- We coordinate with your builder or architect if it’s part of a bigger reno
Recent work in Northcote
- Mudroom and entry storage in a Northcote single-fronted cottage (High Street end)
- Slatted-timber feature wall in a Northcote terrace living room (Westgarth area)
- Built-in under-stair storage in a Northcote workers’ cottage (Dennis Street)
- Custom laundry joinery in a Northcote renovation (Ruckers Hill area)
- Window seat with storage in a Northcote Edwardian bay window (Separation Street)
Frequently asked questions
How much does a custom mudroom cost in Northcote?
Most Northcote mudroom projects land between $4,500 and $9,000 installed. The biggest cost drivers are length, finish (2-pac vs timber veneer), and whether you want a built-in bench, charging drawer, or full-height coat cupboard.
Do you do the same kind of work in Northcote as Brunswick?
Yes — the housing stock is similar (workers’ cottages, Victorian terraces, Edwardian homes), and the briefs are similar (mudrooms, feature walls, built-in storage). The same design principles apply.
Can you work around an extension or renovation in progress?
Yes — we coordinate with your builder or architect on most Northcote projects. We’ll time our design, build, and install to fit with the rest of your project.
How long does a custom joinery project in Northcote take?
Most projects take 3–5 weeks from consult to install. Smaller projects (a single mudroom or feature wall) can be done in 2–3 weeks.