CUSTOM LAUNDRY RENOVATIONS

Maximise your utility space with a smart, efficient laundry renovation. We design practical layouts with ample storage, durable benchtops, and clever solutions to make household chores easier and more organised.

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STRESS-FREE BUILD EXPERIENCE

Our Signature Laundry Renovation Process

We transform homes across Berrima, Bundanoon, Bowral, Exeter, Mittagong, and Moss Vale with a seamless, fully managed building experience. From the initial design to the final joinery installation, we handle every trade so you don’t have to.

Design, Planning & Fixed-Price Quoting
We start with an in-home consultation to understand your vision and assess your laundry space. Unlike standard kit-set installers, we are licensed builders who look at the bigger picture, including structural changes, moving plumbing, and layout flow. You receive a comprehensive, itemised proposal so you know exactly where your budget is going. We handle all Council or CDC paperwork and manage the Home Building Compensation Fund (HBCF) insurance for your peace of mind.
Custom Joinery Manufacturing
While we prepare your site (handling all demolition and structural modifications), your new laundry is being custom-manufactured. We don't use flat-packs. Every cabinet is built to your exact specifications using high-moisture resistant board and premium hardware (like Blum or Hettich) ensuring durability for the damp Southern Highlands climate. We also guide you through selecting durable benchtops, splashbacks, and robust finishes that suit your home's architecture.
Installation & Project Management
This is where our difference shines. We coordinate the entire trade team—plumbers, waterproofers, electricians, tilers, and painters, in a precise sequence to minimize downtime. From "rough-in" to the final fit-off of your washer and dryer, we manage the schedule daily. We don't leave until we've conducted a final quality inspection and walkthrough with you, ensuring every drawer and finish meets our strict standards.
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YOUR LAUNDRY & RENOVATION QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Laundry Renovation FAQs: Costs, Timelines,
& Local Area Builds

Planning a new laundry in the Southern Highlands involves many decisions, from plumbing layouts to maximizing storage. As your licensed builder, we've compiled answers to the most common questions our team receives.

How much does a custom laundry renovation cost?
For a custom, professionally managed laundry in Bowral or Moss Vale, Typically, a complete custom laundry sits between $15,000 to $35,000+ for a mid to high-end project. This depends heavily on whether we are moving plumbing lines, adding bespoke joinery, or undertaking extensive waterproofing.
How long does a laundry renovation take?
A standard custom laundry renovation generally takes between 3 to 6 weeks from demolition to handover. This timeline accommodates essential steps like membrane waterproofing curing times and custom joinery installation. More complex structural alterations may extend this slightly.
Do laundry rooms add value to a home?
Absolutely. Upgrading or adding a dedicated, well-designed laundry room significantly increases your property's appeal and value. While older homes often tuck washers away in cramped cupboards, modern buyers in the Highlands actively look for spacious, highly functional utility spaces or dedicated mudrooms.
How can I modernise my existing laundry room?
You can modernise a tired laundry through several impactful upgrades. Installing a continuous benchtop over your washer and dryer instantly creates a sleek folding space. We also recommend upgrading to warm LED lighting, adding wall-mounted drying racks to save space, and swapping out dated cabinet hardware for modern mixed-metal finishes.
What is the best flooring for a laundry?
Durability and water resistance are key. Ceramic or porcelain tiles remain the top choice for laundries due to their superior waterproofing capabilities and easy maintenance. High-quality luxury vinyl planks (LVP) are also becoming incredibly popular for their warmth underfoot, while natural stone offers a premium, high-end finish.
What are the laundry room design trends for 2026?
Moving into 2026, we are seeing a strong shift away from stark whites toward warmer, more inviting utility spaces. Expect to see a rise in warm wood cabinetry, earthy white tones, and natural stone splashbacks. Mixed metal finishes, especially brushed brass or aged bronze tapware, are also highly sought after to add character to the space.
How can I utilise dead space in a small laundry?
Maximising every inch is crucial in smaller laundries. We design custom solutions to eliminate dead space, such as installing pull-out narrow shelving between appliances, adding overhead cabinets that reach the ceiling, and integrating fold-down wall drying racks. Building dedicated nooks for hampers or ironing boards also keeps the floor completely clear.
What are the interior colour trends for 2026?
Interior colour palettes for 2026 are embracing nature-inspired and retro tones. Muted natural greens like moss and olive are incredibly popular for laundry cabinetry, bringing the outside in. We are also seeing rich browns, warm caramels, and touches of butter yellow replacing traditional greys, giving utility spaces a much cozier, designed feel.
Do I need council approval (DA) for my laundry renovation?
If your renovation is strictly internal and doesn't involve moving structural walls or extending the home's footprint, it generally falls under Exempt Development and won't require a DA. However, if we are adding a new window, altering the exterior, or changing the building structure, we will manage the required Wingecarribee Shire Council approvals for you.
Custom joinery vs. flat-pack for laundries: What is the difference?
Flat-pack cabinets come in standard sizes, often leaving awkward gaps that waste valuable storage space. Custom joinery is built precisely to the millimeter of your room's dimensions. More importantly, we use high-moisture resistant (HMR) materials for our custom laundry cabinets to ensure they withstand the humidity and dampness of a hard-working utility space.
Do you organise the plumber, electrician, and waterproofer?
Yes, we provide a fully managed service. Hessie Homes coordinates our trusted local network of licensed plumbers, electricians, waterproofers, and tilers. We schedule everyone in the correct sequence, so you don't have to stress about chasing trades or managing timelines.
Why is waterproofing so important in a laundry?
Laundries are classified as wet areas under the Building Code of Australia. Proper membrane waterproofing is legally required and absolutely essential to protect your home's structural framing from leaks, overflows, and rising damp. We never cut corners on waterproofing, ensuring your renovation is compliant and safe.
Can you convert a garage or closet into a new laundry?
Absolutely. If your current laundry is too small or poorly located, we can relocate it. Converting a portion of a garage or expanding a hallway closet into a functional European-style laundry is a great way to maximize your home's footprint. We handle all the required plumbing and electrical rough-ins to make this happen.
What is the best way to ventilate a laundry in the Southern Highlands?
Proper ventilation is crucial to prevent mold and condensation, especially during cold, damp Highlands winters. We strongly recommend installing a high-capacity, externally ducted exhaust fan, and where possible, incorporating an operable window or louvres to allow fresh cross-ventilation.
Can I stack my washer and dryer to save space?
Yes! Stacking your front-loading washer and dryer is one of the best ways to free up floor space for additional cabinetry or a taller broom closet. We can design custom reinforced joinery surrounds to securely house stacked appliances, giving your laundry a clean, integrated look.
What happens to my old laundry materials and appliances?
As part of our comprehensive service, we handle the complete demolition and ethical disposal of your old laundry. We organise the skip bins and ensure all debris, old cabinetry, and tiles are removed from your property, leaving the site clean and safe for your family.
INSPIRATION FOR YOUR HOME

Tailored Laundry Styles for Southern Highlands Living

Whether you own a heritage cottage in Mittagong or a modern architectural home in Bowral, we design custom laundry cabinetry that respects the character of your property while handling the heavy lifting of daily chores.

Biophilic Laundry Design

Biophilic & Nature-Inspired

Bring the outside in with a calming, biophilic laundry design. Embracing the trend of muted natural greens and warm timbers, this style maximizes natural light, uses textured terracotta or matte porcelain floor tiles, and integrates dedicated space for indoor greenery. It’s a nature-focused sanctuary that brings a sense of modern zen to your daily household chores.

Modern Minimalist Laundry Design

Modern Minimalist & Streamlined

Clean lines and clutter-free surfaces. Perfect for maximizing compact layouts, this contemporary style features flat-panel white cabinetry, sleek undermount sinks, and high-contrast matte black tapware. By incorporating stacked appliances and light, large-format floor tiles, we create a highly efficient utility space that feels bright, open, and effortlessly modern.

Classic Heritage Utility Laundry

The Classic Heritage Utility

Perfect for period homes and historic cottages. We incorporate traditional VJ wall paneling, classic checkerboard floor tiles, deep ceramic butler sinks, and aged brass tapware. It creates a highly functional, hard-working space that feels completely original to your historic Highlands property.