Skilled Carpentry for Homes Across Melbourne’s Inner West & Inner North

Crafting functional, thoughtful spaces through quality carpentry, small-scale renovations, and extensions — with care, precision, and local expertise across Melbourne’s inner west and inner north.

Black Star Built is a local carpentry business based in Newport, working across Melbourne’s inner west and inner north. We deliver small-scale renovations, timber extensions, and custom carpentry with a focus on quality, function, and lasting value. Whether you're updating a kitchen, extending your home, or restoring period timber work, we take a practical, hands-on approach that respects your space and supports the way you live.

Black Star Built stands for more than just carpentry. Inspired by the Black Star — a symbol of identity and self-determination — our name reflects the way we work: with thoughtfulness, integrity and a clear sense of purpose. Every project is handled with care, built to last and guided by values that shape both our craft and our relationships.

Melbourne inner west home and living room renovation and extension - supported by melbourne inner west builders

Choosing Black Star Built

We bring local knowledge to every project — from understanding the homes and streets of Melbourne’s inner west to working with the character and quirks of older builds. As a small, hands-on team, we’re present on site and involved from start to finish. We specialise in timber restoration and heritage-sensitive renovations, with a growing focus on energy efficiency through high-performance retrofits and sustainable methods. Whether we’re working directly with homeowners or supporting local builders as subcontractors, we’re known for being reliable, detail-focused, and easy to work with.

Our Services

At Black Star Built, we offer a range of small-scale carpentry services designed to enhance your home’s functionality, appearance, and value. Based in Newport, we proudly work across Melbourne’s western and inner western suburbs as well as Melbourne’s inner north.

Kitchen and Bathroom Renovations

Practical upgrades, built to fit your home and your routine.
We handle the carpentry involved in kitchen and bathroom renovations across Melbourne’s inner west and inner north — from framing and timber detailing to cabinetry installation and internal fit-off. Whether you're updating a tired space or working alongside other trades on a full renovation, we bring clean, efficient carpentry to the job.

What we do:

  • Timber wall framing and internal carpentry

  • Installation of prebuilt cabinetry and bench tops

  • Door and window framing or replacements

  • Skirting, architraves, and trim carpentry

  • Built-in shelving and functional timber detailing

Home Additions and Extensions

Need more space without moving? We help make it happen — one frame at a time.
We provide the carpentry for home additions and extensions across Melbourne’s inner west and north. Whether you're extending out the back, opening up a living space, or building upward we focus on the structural timber work that brings the project to life.

Our role in your extension project:

  • Wall and roof framing

  • Subfloor and floor construction

  • Timber cladding and external detailing

  • Internal fix carpentry — skirtings, architraves, and doors

We don’t design or manage the build, but we work with your plans, builder, or architect to deliver solid, consistent carpentry from frame to finish.

Renovations and Retrofits

From heritage repairs to high-performance upgrades — we handle the carpentry that brings it together.
We work on renovations and retrofits across Melbourne’s inner west and inner north, focusing on the structural and detailed carpentry that supports quality home improvement. Whether you're restoring a period home or upgrading for better thermal performance, we build with care, precision and respect for what makes each home unique.

We provide:

  • Structural framing for renovations and extensions

  • Subfloors, wall framing, and roof structures

  • External cladding and timber detailing

  • Internal fix carpentry: skirting, architraves, doors, trims

  • Heritage timber repairs and period-accurate finishes

  • Airtight construction methods and high performance detailing

  • Support for insulation upgrades and thermal performance goals

Outdoor Carpentry and Living Spaces

Make the most of your outdoor space — no matter the size.
We build timber structures that extend the way you live at home. Whether it's a new deck, screen, fence, or pergola, we focus on clean, functional carpentry that enhances comfort, privacy, and flow between inside and out.

We provide all aspects of outdoor carpentry, including:

  • Timber decking for small courtyards, patios, and garden spaces

  • Custom-built screens, fences, and gates for privacy and definition

  • Framing and structure for pergolas, verandahs, and shelters

  • Repairs and replacements for aging outdoor timber features

  • Integration with existing extensions or living areas

  • Durable construction suited to Melbourne’s changing weather

Areas We Service

Black Star Built provides expert carpentry, home renovations, timber restoration and home extensions across Melbourne’s Inner West and Inner North. We proudly serve the following suburbs with tailored, small-scale building solutions:

 

Altona

Small scale home renovations, timber decking, and outdoor living upgrades tailored for Altona homes.

Altona North

Reliable carpentry, home renovations, and tailored home extensions designed to enhance Altona North homes with smart, functional upgrades across Melbourne’s Inner West.

Footscray

Renovations and timber restoration for heritage homes, plus smart home extensions across vibrant Footscray.

Kensington

Custom carpentry, small-scale renovations, and space-conscious home extensions for Kensington’s terraces and infill homes.

Newport

Family-focused home improvements, outdoor carpentry and tailored extensions designed for Newport living.

Seddon

Smart carpentry solutions, timber features and thoughtful extensions for compact urban homes in Seddon.

Williamstown

Quality home renovations and carpentry for heritage and contemporary homes in Williamstown’s unique bayside setting.

Sunshine

Practical carpentry, home renovations and timber upgrades tailored for Sunshine’s growing mix of family homes and new developments.

Yarraville

Renovation and carpentry services that enhance the charm and character of Yarraville’s beloved period homes.

 FAQs

  • We handle all aspects of carpentry for small-scale home renovations, timber extensions, and functional upgrades - from framing to finish.

  • We work directly with homeowners and also subcontract to local builders, architects and designers on residential projects.

  • We focus purely on carpentry. We don’t coordinate trades or manage full builds, but we’ll work alongside your team to deliver the carpentry components.

  • Yes - we often complete practical upgrades and durable carpentry solutions for investment homes and rentals.

  • Start with approved plans or guidance from a designer or heritage consultant. Once you have that, we can handle the carpentry and work with the materials and detailing required.

  • No - we don’t provide design or drafting services, but we’re happy to work alongside your designer or architect and can recommend professionals we trust.

  • It depends on the scope and type of work. Smaller jobs like door repairs or decks may take a few days, while extensions or major renovations can take several weeks. We’ll always give you a realistic timeline up front.

  • We’re based in Newport and work across Melbourne’s inner west and inner north, including Yarraville, Seddon, Footscray, Kensington, Williamstown, Altona and surrounding suburbs.