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What do we build?

We will build any home as long as it’s high-performing or a Passive House. If you’re not sure where to start but want a sustainable home, we can work with you and help you find an architect or designer to work with.

Where do we work?
You will find us working in and around Melbourne Inner West and North; however, we also travel to areas in and around the Macedon Rangers. If you want to know if we work in your area, just give us a call!

We don’t just take on any project!
Our focus is solely on creating and building sustainable homes in Melbourne. We want to ensure that the projects we take on have a positive impact on those who live in them, creating a healthy, durable and energy-efficient home to live in. These may include but are not limited to passive houses, high-performance and energy-efficient homes.

If you’re an architect or designer wanting to work with us, please reach out to us on info@carlandconstructions.com

We just don’t work for anyone!
We prefer to collaborate with like-minded individuals who share our passion for creating sustainable and beautiful living spaces. Building strong client relationships is at the heart of our philosophy, and we believe that working together is the key to achieving your dream home.

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