Stories - One Up Building

Press

February 12, 2025

OneUp in the Sydney Morning Herald

Rick Simmons, co-owner and managing director of bespoke Sydney-based building firm One Up Building, has a steady pipeline of jobs, he has noticed an easing in the number of enquiries in the past six months. “People are being more considerate of their choices,” he said, adding it was because customers…

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Designer Interview

February 7, 2025

Designer Discussion | Andrea D’Cruz

The Mermaid Avenue project presented a unique challenge—transforming a weathered cliffside home into a refined, future-proof residence. Designed by Andrea D’Cruz of D’Cruz Design and built by One Up Building, the renovation required careful planning to navigate structural complexities and coastal conditions. Here, Andrea reflects on the process, the challenges…

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Designer Interview

February 7, 2025

Designer Discussion | Sarah-Jane Pyke

When the right collaboration comes together, the results speak for themselves. Such was the case with Arent&Pyke’s transformation of a luxury Mosman Bay apartment—a project that balanced refined design with the functionality of a ‘lock and leave’ home. Partnering with One Up Building, the five-month renovation reimagined the apartment’s third…

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Awards

October 17, 2024

Northern Rivers projects wins MBA Award

It’s not every day you get the chance to return to your roots and give your kids the type of idyllic childhood you had growing up and combine that with doing the work you love...

Nicole Smith

Awards

September 25, 2023

Maroubra Beauty – Challenging project takes out major award

It’s not every day you get the chance to return to your roots and give your kids the type of idyllic childhood you had growing up and combine that with doing the work you love...

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Awards

November 15, 2022

Earlwood cliff house wins top award

To say this project has transformed the lives of its owners, Julia and Tony Tsiamis is an understatement.

Nicole Smith

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October 14, 2022

Coming Home – Taking luxury building to the Northern Rivers

It’s not every day you get the chance to return to your roots and give your kids the type of idyllic childhood you had growing up and combine that with doing the work you love...

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Uncategorized

May 4, 2022

Eagles’s Nest – Realising an architectural vision

To say this project has transformed the lives of its owners, Julia and Tony Tsiamis is an understatement.

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Uncategorized

November 30, 2021

Building Beauty – Kardinia Road, Mosman

Realising the architectural vision for Kardinia Rd, Mosman was no mean feat from a building point of view. As you walk through the beautiful architecturally designed home and gardens and then gaze out to the stunning Sydney Harbour views, the home feels effortless and well considered.

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Uncategorized

June 15, 2021

Paddo Insights

Most people like to keep a close eye on their renovation projects, but it’s not every day you get to live on-site and see it at close range. We interview Tania van der Vegt to gain a little insight into this Paddington renovation from a home owner's point of view.

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Uncategorized

July 8, 2020

Building in uncertain times

The COVID-19 situation has hit many businesses and industries hard. Within Australia, the building industry has managed to continue operations, albeit under changed working conditions and tightened restrictions.

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