One team to design, cost, build and project-manage your renovation, raise, extension or new build, so you get a quality result without the budget blowouts or the chasing.
Most projects don’t struggle for lack of ambition. They struggle because no single person owns the whole thing. Milk Chocolate manages the entire project, from the first numbers and design, to the final handover: one brief, one point of contact, one team accountable for the result.
Refresh a tired property to add value or lift rental yield, from kitchens and bathrooms to a full internal makeover.
Add bedrooms, bathrooms or a whole level. Raise the home or build under it to create space, or a second income.
From battle-axe subdivisions Duplexes and multi-residential dwellings, we handle design, approvals, civil works and construction.
We hold your hand across all stages of the project, ensuring consistent outcomes and full ownership.
Your goal, your site and the real numbers, before committing. We will complete a full feasibility so you can understand the economics of the project.
We will manage the concept and design evolution, including management of all professional services, through to council lodgement and approvals.
We manage the construction project from demolition, excavation and civil works, through to construction and key handover.
Whether you are moving in, selling or leasing, we can manage this process for you. We have an in-house property management team, or can act as your advocate in the selling process.
Here’s what’s on site and in the pipeline today, and where each project is up to.
Project rendersave as live/os1-render.pngRenderBrand new build of a two-storey, architecturally designed home, with 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2 car garage and alfresco dining. The property will be leased on completion.
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Project rendersave as live/os2-render.pngRenderWe are knocking down the existing house, already positioned on two separate titles. We are then constructing, two-freestanding 4 bed, 2.5 bath, 2 car, architecturally designed houses. Both will be leased.
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Project rendersave as live/os3-render.pngRenderKnock down the existing house, already positioned on two separate titles. We are then constructing, two-freestanding 4.5 bed, 2.5 bath, 2 car, architecturally designed houses with pools. Both will be leased.
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Photoos3-update-03.jpgWe will knock down the existing house, already positioned on two separate titles. We are then constructing, two-freestanding 4.5 bed, 2.5 bath, 2 car, architecturally designed houses, with an intention to sell on completion. Both will be sold on completion.
A large Queenslander is positioned on the centre of the block. We will pick up, and move that home to one side of the block, then raise and build in underneath. We will then subdivide the block, and build a new 5 bed, 2.5 bath, 2 car architecturally designed home on the other side of the block. Both will be leased on completion.
We will knockdown the existing property, and sub-divide the block to create a battle-axe land allotment. We will then build two freestanding, 4.5 bed, 2.5 bath, 2 car homes, which will then be leased on completion.
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Renovations, raises, subdivisions and new builds delivered across Greater Brisbane.
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This project was part of a client's Game Plan that included a purchase, requiring a subdivision and construction of two new dwellings to maximise their equity and provide future options to leverage value. Both properties are now leased.
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A complete knockdown and rebuild. The original home was cleared to make way for a two-storey waterfront residence with five bedrooms, five bathrooms, a pool and a private pontoon on the canal. Mark Dumrow led the project as builder and site supervisor, with construction delivered in 12 months.
After successfully purchasing this quaint character home in Brisbane as an investment for our client, we underwent a complete cosmetic renovation to add further value and increase its rental yield. What was once a run-down property has been transformed into a stunning modern Hamptons home that secured great quality tenants within just a couple of days of being listed.
This project was part of a client’s Game Plan that included a purchase, requiring a subdivision and construction of two new dwellings to maximise their equity and provide future options to leverage value. We purchased the property and leased it out indefinitely, allowing the project team ample time and opportunity to undertake the designs and approvals before executing the build thereafter.
Transforming this character-rich house into a modern haven whilst adding significant value through increasing the internal footprint. The scope was to raise the original home and incorporate another 2 bedrooms, a bathroom and a kitchen below the home.
We purchased this property for a client with the intention to add an additional bedroom and bathroom without a structural extension (mitigating the need for any council approvals). The home was a 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 car, and we turned it into a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 car property, within 6 weeks.
A Milk Chocolate build and project-management job in Geebung, Brisbane where we completed an efficient and cost-effective make-over suitable for an immediate lease.
Knockdown, subdivide, duplex build
Subdivide and build 1 new dwelling
Cosmetic refresh to increase yield
Cosmetic refresh for sale
Cosmetic refresh to increase yield
Coastal new build delivered end to end. Single storey, freestanding 275m2 architecturally designed home.
Restore original part of home, and extend to the rear, creating additional bedrooms, bathrooms and living.
Structural renovation and extension to existing two-storey brick home.
Full internal structural renovation of an inner-city penthouse.
Restore ~1890 bungalow, whilst adding a rear extension and deck.
Modern extension and renovation, opening up internal living spaces, while creating an extra bedroom and bath.
Character home renovation internally, focussing on living and kitchen upgrades.
Full internal renovation of a beachside art-deco unit, focussing on a new kitchen, living and dining zone.
Full internal apartment renovation, whilst creating an additional bathroom and opening up the kitchen.
Internal modifications and redesign of layout to this art-deco, heritage listed apartment in a boutique block.
Character terrace renovation, focussing on a full internal makeover, whilst opening up the kitchen and living areas.
Apartment living and bathroom renovation, including styling for short-term letting.
Coastal modernisation and restyle, including a rear deck extension, focussing on short-term letting.
We couldn’t be more delighted with the outcome of our dream home. From the initial planning stages to the final touches, Milk Chocolate demonstrated an unparalleled level of professionalism and expertise. They seamlessly translated our vision into reality, creating a home that not only meets but surpasses our dreams.
We have now just completed 2 renovations which both went smoothy and my wife and I are very satisfied with the results.
End to end management of the process with experts engaged at every step.
One team, one point of contact. These are the people who plan, manage and deliver your project, start to finish.
Headshotteam/richie.jpgIn real estate and construction since 2006, 400+ clients guided, $25M in construction overseen since 2018. Sharp focus on quality, budget control and on-time delivery.
Headshotteam/anthony.jpgAnthony brings over 16 years across property, maintenance and construction, starting as an electrician before moving into project management and operations.
Headshotteam/mark.jpgMark has over 30 years in construction, progressing from plasterer to carpenter, site supervisor and licensed builder. Known for quality crafts-manship and results that endure.
Headshotteam/ben.jpgBen has 17 years experience in construction and property development, most recently managing high-end residential projects. He holds a Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), and a QBCC Medium Rise Supervisor License.
Headshotteam/jess.jpgJess leads the end-to-end client journey across planning, purchasing, projects and management. She is the glue that coordinates and keeps every project moving forward.
Master Builders
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QPIA — Qualified Property
Proptech AssociationThat is exactly why we start with a Game Plan and real numbers before any work begins. You see the cost and scope up front, and we manage to it. We sense check your budget and align the design scope accordingly. We will soft quote throughout the design and approval stage to ensure there are no hidden surprises, and we engage with a professional estimator during the tender stage to ensure pricing remains realistic.
The whole build. Once we have approved plans, we take care of the rest, from demolition, excavation, civil works, construction, through to handover, so you have a single point of accountability.
Yes. We work across everything from cosmetic renovations, granny flats, through to multi-dwelling subdivisions.
Where it suits your goal, yes. On our Zillmere project we added a bedroom and bathroom without a structural extension, removing the need for council approval. Noting, we work to Australian Building Standards, council and state regulations.
Bring your idea, your address or just your questions. In about 30 minutes we’ll tell you honestly what’s possible and what it’s likely to take.
