Revitalizing Heritage Homes in Central Victoria with Modern Renovations

At Passive Builders, we’re seeing a growing trend across Ballarat and Bendigo —homeowners are choosing to renovate rather than rebuild. With the rising cost of new construction, many clients are discovering that upgrading their existing homes offers greater value in a location they already love.

Renovated miner's cottage in central Ballarat showcasing a blend of traditional charm and modern updates with crisp white siding and a spacious deck.

When renovating Central Victoria's charming older homes, we transform them into modern, energy-efficient spaces while preserving their unique character. From improving insulation, high-performance windows and glazing to upgrading heating & cooling and reconfiguring floor plans, our tailored renovations are designed to make your home warmer, more functional, and aligned with contemporary living.

If you're looking to breathe new life into your home and boost its comfort and performance, without the cost of a full knockdown rebuild, our team of local, experienced custom builders is here to help.

Whether it's a Victorian-era home or a minor's cottage past its use-by date, we understand the unique challenges of renovating heritage properties. Our expert team works with you to preserve the charm of your home while upgrading insulation, windows, and heating systems to meet today’s energy standards. The result? A home that’s warm in winter, cool in summer, and efficient

all year round.

As one of Ballarat’s trusted custom builders, we pride ourselves on tailored renovations that blend our high-performance building techniques with modern design improvements. If you're dreaming of a renovation that keeps the character but adds comfort, efficiency and quality - let’s talk.

Work continues on the architectural expansion of a traditional home in central Ballarat, with high-performance weatherproofing for a high-performance future.

Modernising the living space of an old home with a decking extension and glazing.

A newly renovated home awaits its residents to return, with a gleaming wooden deck and modern design features.