About
A transparent, design-led pathway to legacy homes
Building a custom home is a deeply personal journey. Our process is designed to remove uncertainty, align expectations early, and deliver homes that are thoughtfully designed, honestly priced, and built to last.
Quality. Curated. Legacy. Life.
Our Philosophy
Building with clarity, integrity and care.
At White Houses and Carpentry, how we build matters just as much as what we build.
We don’t rush decisions.
We don’t hide costs.
We don’t separate design from construction.
Instead, we bring design, budget, performance and build-ability together from the very beginning - so your home is resolved on paper before it’s built on site.
This approach is guided by our values:
Integrity. Dependability. Honesty. Authenticity.
Our Process
From idea to handover
Preliminary Package
Open-Book Quote & Contract
Pre-Build (Design & Selections)
Construction
Handover
Aftercare & Ongoing Support
We build a limited number of homes so we can remain deeply involved at every stage.
Preliminary Design
The most important stage of your build
Every WHC project begins with our Preliminary Package - because great homes are shaped long before construction starts.
This stage allows us to:
Understand how you live (and want to live)
Align your vision with your budget
Integrate energy-efficient and passive design principles early
Resolve complexity before it becomes costly onsite
What’s included:
Initial consultation
Site analysis
Concept design
Preliminary budget estimate
Architect drawings (up to two drafts)
Engineering and BASIX
Optional detailed quote and timeline
This stage provides clarity - not just drawings, but confidence.
Open Book Quoting
We operate on a transparent, open-book quoting model.
You’ll see exactly what’s included, what’s excluded, and how costs are built - before you sign a contract.
Our detailed quotes include:
Clear category pricing
Trade-by-trade detail
Window schedules
Cabinetry sketches
Construction inclusions and methodologies
A comprehensive quoting meeting to walk through everything together
Because our quotes are built collaboratively with our trusted trades, the process typically takes 6–8 weeks.
The result is accuracy, clarity, and trust.
Design & Construction Integrated
Better outcomes start with collaboration
We believe the best homes are created when design and construction work together from day one.
That’s why we collaborate closely with:
Architects
Interior designers
Engineers
Specialist consultants
This integrated approach ensures:
Design intent aligns with buildability
Materials and details are resolved early
Costs are understood before selections are locked in
Fewer variations during construction
Design decisions are informed by real-world building experience - not guesswork.
Interior Design
Thoughtful design that supports real living
Interior design isn’t an add-on - it’s a core part of how we build.
Through our interior design partnerships, clients can access a structured design process that balances aesthetics, function and budget.
Interior design documentation may include:
Floor plans and layouts
Mood and material boards
Joinery drawings
Lighting and electrical plans
3D modelling
Detailed specification schedules
Clear documentation creates alignment between client, builder and trades - ensuring your home is delivered exactly as intended.
Build Better. Live Better
Jordan completed his Passive Home Tradesperson Certification in 2024.
Passive Homes are the gold standard for energy-efficient design, but they’re also centred on creating healthier, more comfortable spaces for families to live in.
Your home should take care of you, not the other way around
PERFORMANCE & ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Homes designed to take care of you
Performance is designed in from the beginning - not added on later.
We prioritise:
Passive design principles
Insulation and window performance
Efficient lighting and services
Long-term comfort and health
Our homes are designed to perform year-round, reduce running costs, and stand the test of time.
High-quality homes are about more than how they look, it’s about how they perform.
Homes that are built to last for generations, offering lasting comfort and efficiency.
Testimonials
If you haven’t noticed already we do things a little differently here at WHC.
One thing we don’t like is stale testimonials. You won’t find one on our website and maybe only a handful on Google reviews. Thats for a good reason, we want you to speak to our past client directly.
How many of the testimonials you see online are real people or AI generated? How many are from jobs so long ago the business has changed and it’s actually not a true representation?
Our clients become our biggest advocates. Knowing we can deliver quality homes to the highest detail.
We would love for you to chat to our past and present clients about us. Just ask us and we can forward you onto a client who has completed a similar project to yours. You can ask the real questions and get real answers!
Building homes that become legacies
At White Houses and Carpentry, we don’t just build houses.
We build homes that reflect your values, support your lifestyle, and are worthy of being passed on.
If you value transparency, thoughtful design, and a calm, considered process - you’ll feel right at home with us.
