Luxury residential construction

Your vision, built without compromise.

Striking Constructions partners with architects and homeowners across Melbourne to build residences of the highest standard. The vision you started with is the home you move into.


TWO PATHWAYS

Where architectural vision meets exacting craftsmanship.

01

Bring your plans. We'll take it from there.

Most of our clients come to us with architectural drawings in hand. Our role is to honour that design - every material specification, every spatial detail, every finish - and deliver it with flawless execution. We've built alongside Melbourne's most respected architects and understand what it takes to get it right.

02

Need a design partner first?

We work closely with a trusted network of architects, designers and planners. If you're earlier in the process, we can connect you with the right people - and stay involved from the start to ensure the build and the design are always aligned.

Every room. Every detail.

Built to be seen.

Explore a selection of our residential projects across Melbourne.

Fitzroy

Residential

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House
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3
House
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Kew

Residential

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2
House
3 Years (to update)
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House
3 Years (to update)

Montmorency

Residential

5
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2
House
(update time)
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2
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Northcote

Residential

5
3
2
House
3 Years (edit date)
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3
2
House
3 Years (edit date)

Plenty

Residential

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3 Years
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3 Years

Glen Iris

Residential

6
1
3 Years
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3 Years
Our process

A plan for every detail.

In everything we do, we think ahead. A high-specification build demands more than skilled hands — it demands foresight, discipline and a process that protects your vision at every stage. Ours does exactly that.

Design & budget alignment

Before a single trade is engaged, we establish the financial framework and confirm concept alignment. What we agree at the outset is what we build to.

Every trade is scheduled, procured and contracted with precision. The right people, at the right time — planned well in advance so nothing is left to chance.

Our site management is hands-on and consistent throughout. Standards aren't checked at the end — they're maintained from the first day on site to the last.

Every stage of the build is monitored against a rigorous quality framework. We find and resolve issues early, because precision at every level is what a Striking home demands.

We anticipate buildability challenges before they surface, manage compliance requirements, and identify value opportunities throughout. Our job is to absorb the complexity — so you never have to.

A considered handover process ensures every detail has been accounted for before the keys change hands. The home you move into is the home you designed.

Testimonials

Every project tells a story of precision, care, and quality - straight from the people who've lived it.

Quote from residential client - referencing quality of finish, trust, or relationship with architect.
John Smith,
The Residence
Quote from residential client - referencing quality of finish, trust, or relationship with architect.
John Smith,
The Residence

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Monolithic Island Construction

  • Oversized island designed as the architectural centrepiece of the space
  • Full waterfall stone detailing creates a monolithic appearance
  • Stone installation coordinated with integrated joinery and seating zones
  • Construction focused on achieving crisp edges, alignment and seamless material transitions

Fluted Joinery Feature

  • Custom fluted joinery integrated into the island for texture and depth
  • Detailed cabinetry fabrication required to maintain consistent vertical spacing
  • Joinery designed to soften the heavier stone forms while maintaining a refined architectural feel
  • Precision alignment maintained across all panels and junctions

Integrated Joinery Wall

  • Floor-to-ceiling joinery designed to conceal storage and appliances within a continuous architectural form
  • Consistent timber grain and shadow line detailing carried throughout the cabinetry system
  • Construction coordinated to integrate appliances, services and storage seamlessly

Textured Splashback Detailing

  • Full-width textured splashback creates depth and contrast within the kitchen
  • Tile set-out carefully coordinated with cabinetry and benchtop junctions
  • Construction focused on maintaining symmetry and alignment across the rear wall

Appliance & Service Integration

  • Appliances integrated within the joinery layout to maintain clean visual lines
  • Electrical, ventilation and cabinetry coordination completed during early construction stages
  • Kitchen layout designed for functionality while preserving the minimal architectural aesthetic

Indoor–Outdoor Integration

  • Kitchen designed as part of a connected open-plan living environment
  • Large rear openings create seamless transition between kitchen, living and outdoor entertaining spaces

Architectural Ceiling Design

  • Bulkheads and recessed ceiling details integrated to define the kitchen zone
  • Air-conditioning and services concealed within ceiling structure where possible
  • Lighting layout coordinated to maintain clean lines and minimal visual clutter

Timber Ceiling Integration

  • Full timber-lined ceiling designed to create warmth and architectural contrast throughout the kitchen
  • Ceiling detailing coordinated alongside lighting, services and cabinetry layout
  • Precise board alignment maintained across the full ceiling span
  • Construction focused on creating continuity between kitchen and living spaces

Waterfall Stone Island

  • Oversized island constructed with full-height waterfall stone detailing
  • Stone junctions carefully mitred to maintain seamless edges and continuity
  • Island designed to function as both preparation and social gathering space
  • Structural support concealed within joinery to maintain clean architectural lines

Custom Joinery Package

  • Full custom cabinetry package integrated across the kitchen layout
  • Combination of matte black and light joinery creates depth and material contrast
  • Appliances and storage concealed within the architectural joinery system
  • Consistent shadow lines and panel spacing maintained throughout

Material Transition Detailing

  • Stone benchtops integrated seamlessly with textured tiled splashback
  • Tile set-out and stone alignment carefully coordinated during construction
  • Construction focused on refined junctions and minimal visual clutter
  • Multiple material finishes balanced within a cohesive architectural palette

Integrated Rangehood Design

  • Custom rangehood enclosure integrated into the kitchen architecture
  • Bulkhead and cabinetry detailing coordinated to maintain symmetry across the cooking zone
  • Ventilation systems concealed within the built form where possible
  • Design creates a strong central focal point within the kitchen

Butler’s Pantry Integration

  • Walk-through pantry integrated seamlessly into the kitchen layout
  • Additional storage and preparation areas concealed from the main living zone
  • Construction planned to maintain uninterrupted flow between spaces
  • Services and cabinetry coordinated across both kitchen environments

Architectural Lighting Coordination

  • Recessed and surface-mounted lighting integrated into the timber ceiling design
  • Services coordinated to minimise clutter and preserve clean ceiling lines
  • Lighting placement designed to enhance both functionality and atmosphere within the kitchen

Open Plan Living Design

  • Kitchen designed to connect directly with surrounding living and entertaining spaces
  • Open layout maximises natural light, circulation and functionality
  • Structural openings coordinated to create uninterrupted sightlines throughout the home

Architectural Fireplace Feature

  • Custom-built feature wall integrating fireplace, cladding and stone base
  • Full-height panelling designed to create visual impact within the bedroom
  • Construction coordinated to seamlessly integrate services and fireplace installation
  • Strong material contrast adds depth and architectural definition

Stone Hearth Construction

  • Custom stone hearth constructed as part of the integrated fireplace design
  • Mitred detailing and material continuity enhance the premium finish
  • Designed to anchor the feature wall within the space

Concealed Services Integration

  • Linear air-conditioning grille integrated flush within the ceiling design
  • Services coordinated to minimise visual clutter
  • Clean ceiling detailing contributes to the minimalist architectural aesthetic

Custom Built Joinery

  • Fully custom-built wardrobe system designed specifically for the space
  • Integrated hanging, shelving and drawer storage tailored to client requirements
  • Floor-to-ceiling joinery maximises storage and creates a seamless architectural finish

Timber Grain & Panel Alignment

  • Continuous timber grain detailing coordinated across cabinetry faces
  • Precision joinery installation to maintain consistent spacing and alignment
  • Warm timber finishes soften the architectural palette while maintaining refinement

Integrated Storage Drawers

  • Soft-close integrated drawer system built into the custom joinery
  • Flush cabinetry detailing creates a clean and minimal appearance
  • Joinery designed to balance functionality with architectural simplicity

Custom Joinery

  • Custom-designed floating vanity
  • Matte black finish for a seamless architectural look
  • Soft-close drawer system
  • Integrated storage designed for everyday functionality
  • Floating design creates visual space and easier floor cleaning
  • Optional mention of custom sizing/material selections

Textured Porcelain Tiles

  • Large-format textured porcelain tiles
  • Vertical texture adds depth and softness to darker tones
  • Low-maintenance and highly durable finish
  • Floor-to-ceiling installation for a seamless luxury feel

Walk-In Shower

  • Frameless walk-in shower design
  • Brushed metal shower fittings
  • Recessed shower area for clean visual lines
  • Floor-to-ceiling tiling for continuity and water resistance

Custom Tiled Shower Hob

  • Custom-built tiled partition wall separating wet and dry zones
  • Designed to conceal plumbing services while maintaining openness
  • Structural detailing integrated seamlessly with surrounding tile layout
  • Creates functionality without visually closing the space

Architectural Lighting
& Ceiling Finish

  • Recessed ceiling lighting positioned to evenly illuminate the bathroom
  • Clean ceiling finish with minimal penetrations for a refined result
  • Lighting placement coordinated alongside cabinetry and mirror layout during construction

Wet Area Construction

  • Fully waterproofed wet area system installed to Australian Standards
  • Floor gradients carefully constructed for drainage performance
  • Seamless transition between wet and dry zones
  • Construction focused on long-term durability and minimal maintenance

Natural Light Integration

  • Window positioning maximises natural light while maintaining privacy
  • Waterproofing and window detailing integrated into wet area construction
  • Careful coordination between glazing, tiling and framing during build phase

Custom Angled Timber Cladding

  • Custom-built angled cladding wall designed as a key architectural feature
  • Precision detailing required to maintain consistent board spacing and alignment across changing angles
  • Timber installation coordinated to seamlessly transition between wall and ceiling planes
  • Construction focused on creating a sculptural entry experience rather than a standard façade

Minimal Roof Edge Detailing

  • Minimal fascia detailing designed to create clean architectural lines
  • Roof structure engineered to allow large overhangs and uninterrupted forms
  • Integrated drainage and services concealed within the roof profile where possible

Continuous Timber Soffit

  • Full timber-lined soffit extending from exterior entry through architectural overhang
  • Seamless ceiling detailing designed to visually connect exterior forms
  • Hidden fixings and consistent board alignment maintain a refined finish
  • Construction required detailed coordination between roofing, framing and cladding trades

Steel-Framed Glazing

  • Custom steel-framed glazing integrated within the entry façade
  • Slimline framing maximises light while maintaining strong architectural definition
  • Detailed waterproofing and flashing coordination completed during construction

Cantilevered Structural Design

  • Upper level engineered to create strong cantilevered architectural forms
  • Structural steel integration concealed within the building envelope
  • Construction focused on achieving clean floating horizontal lines
  • Careful coordination required between structure, cladding and glazing systems

Feature Architectural Blade

  • Full-height architectural blade designed to break up the façade massing
  • Cladding installation required precise alignment across multiple levels
  • Creates visual contrast while reinforcing the modern architectural form
  • Integrated as both a structural and aesthetic focal point

Floating Steel Staircase

  • Custom fabricated steel staircase connecting landscape and upper level
  • Structural supports concealed to maintain a lightweight appearance
  • Construction required precise coordination between steel fabrication and site installation
  • Designed to integrate seamlessly into the façade composition

Sloping Site Integration

  • Home designed and constructed to respond to the natural slope of the site
  • Retaining, access and structural elements integrated into the architectural outcome
  • Construction sequencing carefully managed due to site levels and access constraints
  • Landscape and built form designed to work cohesively together

Material Junction Precision

  • Precise detailing between multiple façade materials including cladding, glazing and brickwork
  • Construction focused on clean transitions and minimal visible fixings
  • Careful trade sequencing required to maintain alignment throughout the façade

Contemporary Gabled Form

  • Modern interpretation of the traditional gable silhouette
  • Clean geometric form designed to create strong street presence
  • Construction focused on achieving crisp lines and minimal detailing throughout the façade
  • Careful coordination between framing, cladding and roof structure to maintain symmetry

Vertical Cladding Installation

  • Full-height vertical cladding installed to emphasise scale and height
  • Precise panel alignment maintained across the façade and upper gable form
  • Minimal junction detailing creates a refined architectural appearance
  • Construction sequencing carefully managed to maintain consistent spacing and clean transitions

Recessed Entry Design

  • Entry recessed into the façade to create depth, shelter and architectural layering
  • Curved internal opening softens the strong linear exterior forms
  • Structural and cladding detailing coordinated to maintain clean reveals throughout the entry zone
  • Lighting and glazing integrated to enhance the arrival experience

Full Height Window Integration

  • Full-height glazing designed to maximise natural light internally
  • Slimline window detailing integrated within the cladding system
  • Waterproofing and flashing concealed within façade construction where possible
  • Vertical proportions reinforce the architectural scale of the home

Bespoke Timber Table Installation

  • Oversized live-edge timber table custom integrated into the room design
  • Structural coordination completed to support the scale and weight of the slab
  • Natural timber grain and raw edges preserved to create a strong focal point
  • Construction focused on balancing refined detailing with natural material character

Architectural Wall Panelling

  • Full wall panelling installed to create depth and acoustic softness throughout the room
  • Consistent vertical detailing maintained across all wall surfaces
  • Dark material palette designed to create an intimate, lounge-style atmosphere

Ceiling Feature Integration

  • Timber feature beams integrated within the darker ceiling palette to define the room
  • Ceiling lining coordinated alongside lighting, air-conditioning and services
  • Construction focused on concealing services while maintaining clean architectural detailing
  • Layered ceiling materials create warmth and visual contrast

Feature Lighting Coordination

  • Oversized pendant lighting centred precisely over the entertaining zone
  • Lighting and ceiling services coordinated during construction for alignment and symmetry
  • Warm lighting selected to enhance material textures and atmosphere within the room

Custom Display Joinery

  • Custom-built display cabinetry integrated seamlessly into the room architecture
  • Joinery and lighting coordinated to highlight display elements without overpowering the space
  • Cabinetry designed to combine storage, display and concealed functionality

Integrated Entertainment Wall

  • Large-format entertainment wall integrated into the architectural panelling system
  • Services, cabling and ventilation concealed within the wall construction
  • Minimal detailing maintains the clean and immersive atmosphere of the room

Custom Steel Stair Screen

  • Custom fabricated steel-framed screen integrated alongside the staircase structure
  • Glazing and steel detailing designed to maintain openness while subtly separating spaces
  • Precision alignment maintained across all steel framing junctions and grid lines
  • Construction required careful coordination between steel fabrication, glazing and staircase installation

Under-Stair Joinery Design

  • Custom under-stair joinery designed to maximise functionality within unused space
  • Cabinetry integrated seamlessly into the stair structure and architectural layout
  • Construction focused on clean transitions between joinery, steel framing and staircase detailing

Architectural Stair Construction

  • Staircase designed as a key architectural feature within the home
  • Structural steel and timber detailing coordinated to create a lightweight appearance
  • Clean junctions maintained between staircase, glazing and surrounding materials
  • Construction sequencing carefully managed due to the complexity of intersecting elements

Timber Feature Detailing

  • Timber lining integrated into the underside of the staircase for warmth and continuity
  • Detailed installation required to maintain alignment across angled surfaces
  • Material palette coordinated to balance the darker steel and joinery finishes

Integrated Bar Joinery

  • Compact bar area integrated within the architectural joinery layout
  • Joinery designed to combine display, storage and entertaining functionality
  • Lighting and shelving coordinated to maintain a refined, minimal appearance
  • Construction focused on achieving clean detailing within a compact footprint

Material Transition Detailing

  • Precise detailing between steel framing, timber linings and cabinetry finishes
  • Multiple trades coordinated closely to maintain alignment and consistency
  • Construction focused on refined shadow lines and minimal visible fixings throughout the space

Flooring Integration

  • Herringbone flooring layout carefully planned to maintain flow through the circulation spaces
  • Flooring detailing coordinated around staircase and joinery junctions
  • Construction focused on continuity and precision across transitions and thresholds

Open Spatial Design

  • Glazed stair enclosure designed to maintain light flow and openness throughout the interior
  • Architectural layout balances separation and connection between spaces
  • Structural and glazing systems coordinated to minimise visual heaviness within the circulation zone