Builders · Paddington · Eastern Suburbs
Paddington builders with deep heritage terrace experience. Considered renovations, faithful detailing, modern liveability.

About Ossher Design and Build
Paddington's Victorian and Edwardian terraces are among Sydney's most distinctive housing stock, and among its most constrained to build in. Tight party walls, narrow access lanes and strict heritage controls mean small mistakes get expensive fast.
Ossher Design and Build delivers heritage-sensitive renovations, rear extensions and full restorations across Paddington and Woollahra. Founded by Adam Ossher, our team brings the patience and technical detail this housing typology demands.
We work within Woollahra Council heritage controls, coordinating with heritage architects, structural engineers and joiners experienced in restoration work.
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Services
Heritage terrace renovations, rear extensions, full restorations, kitchen and bathroom renovations and second-storey additions where permitted.
Bespoke new builds tailored to your block, lifestyle, and brief.
Considered renovations that add liveability and long-term value.
Additions that integrate seamlessly with your existing home.
Add space and light without leaving the suburb you love.
Start fresh on the block you already own and love.
Maximise the potential of your block with a smart duplex.
Modern, practical kitchens with custom joinery and finish.
Hardwearing bathrooms built for the coastal lifestyle.
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From a heritage terrace renovation to a sensitively detailed rear extension, get in touch to discuss your Paddington project.
Paddington and the Eastern Suburbs, NSW.
Ossher Design and Build · Fully licensed · Fully insured
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Local Knowledge
Paddington builds are intricate. Here's what we plan for from day one.
Almost all of Paddington sits within heritage conservation areas. We prepare DA documentation that respects heritage controls while making a strong case for modern liveability.
Party walls, original brickwork, lead flashings and timber joinery all require specific approaches. We treat original fabric as something to work with, not around.
Laneways, shared walls and close neighbours are constant. We plan logistics, notifications and acoustic separation carefully to keep projects moving and relationships intact.
Testimonials
"Excellent standard of work, consistently delivered beyond expectations. Adam's ideas transformed our water-damaged living area into a bigger space with improved views, with quality finishes delivered on time and on budget."
"I've worked with Adam for over five years. His attention to detail is exceptional, communication is clear and reliable, and he consistently delivers high-quality work."
"Working with Adam was a genuinely great experience. The process was organised and far less stressful than expected, and the final quality and attention to detail were outstanding."

Why Ossher Design and Build
Service Areas
We work across Paddington, Woollahra, Queens Park, Centennial Park and the broader Eastern Suburbs.
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FAQs
In most cases, yes. Works that affect external appearance, change footprint, or exceed certain square metreages will require either a Development Application (DA) with Woollahra Council or a Complying Development Certificate (CDC). We assess your project in the initial consultation and advise on the right pathway.
We're a locally based building company that works across Paddington and the broader Eastern Suburbs. Our team is based in the area, which means faster response times, better knowledge of local conditions, and stronger relationships with local suppliers and consultants.
Yes. If your existing home can't be renovated to meet your needs cost-effectively, a knockdown rebuild is often the best solution. We manage the full process: demolition, DA or CDC approval, design coordination, and construction.
Yes. We hold a current NSW contractor licence and carry full public liability and home warranty insurance on every project.
Yes. We have experience working with Federation, Edwardian, and Californian bungalow homes across the Eastern Suburbs, many within heritage conservation areas. We work within heritage overlay requirements while delivering modern amenity.
Yes, we offer a free initial consultation for all projects. Get in touch via the form below or call us directly.
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