Brisbane renovations and extensions with heart

About Mint
Homes & Renovations

More About our “Little Big”

Building Company

With more than 25 years experience in the building and construction industry, including 10 years in Northern New South Wales on high-end architectural style projects, Julian Russell and the team at Mint Homes & Renovations have the integrity and ability to provide you with the living space you need and desire. We pride ourselves on being your Little Big Builder – big enough to build your dream, small enough to care about it.

Our years of experience and carefully crafted knowledge in renovations and extensions means we are experts at guiding you on your renovation journey — right from design conception all the way to the completed build and handover of keys. Our dedicated and trusted team of building professionals will ensure you get the new home space you have always dreamed of.

Our passion is environmentally sustainable and affordable, building design and construction. Mint Homes & Renovations believes in building practices that reduce our carbon footprint, and that work with our environment, not against it.

We also aim to bring a fresh approach to your building project, a great eye for design, and a willingness to listen to your needs so we can achieve the best project outcome for you.

As well as being renovation and extension specialists, we are highly experienced in repair and rectification work (including termite and water damage), bathroom and kitchen renovations, carports, garages, decking, work on heritage listed buildings, and new homes (our environmentally sustainable range of project homes is coming soon!).

All your building needs can be delivered on time and on budget when done right from the start. Contact us now to chat about how we can help you improve your living space today!

All work is guaranteed and fully insured, including public liability insurance.

What our Clients Have To Say

Project Date: June 2018
Project Price: $100,000 – $149,999

"I was dreading the whole Reno experience with anxiety about getting value for money with the outcomes and standard I expected. Julian and team Mint exceeded our expectations on many levels; and yes it was an intense experience but with careful and constant consultation the results are stunning. The value-add of Julian’s suggestions to improve the standard of what could have been an ordinary off the shelf look to a clearly bespoke and unique finish which took the whole project to another level.

I couldn’t be happier with the final result – thanks Team Mint!"

– Elaine Wright

Project Date: September 2020
Project Price: $950,000 - $1,000,000

As this was our first time renovating/extending, we were very apprehensive. A significant amount of time and money had gone into the planning stage (i.e. architecture, engineering, approvals, etc) to ensure that our vision was well documented. The key was finding the right team that could make this vision a reality.
Julian and the Mint team did a great job in achieving this. His builders were craftsmen of the highest calibre, whose focus on quality was second to none. Good communication was also key. At each stage of the build (and after) Julian was clear about: 1) any issues and resolutions; 2) the status of current project work; and 3) future short term and long term modules.

The results (winner of the 2021 HIA-CSR Queensland Housing Awards Brisbane Renovation/Addition Project Over $1 million, and winner of 2021 HIA-CSR Queensland Housing Awards Best Trade Workmanship) speak for themselves.

– Cameron Deane

Project Date: May 2018
Project Price: $50,000 – $99,999

"Julian and the team were a pleasure to work with from start to finish. Great communication, great work….absolutely have them for other projects"

– Darren Middleton

Project Date: September 2016
Project Price: $50,000 – $99,999

"Really proactive and helpful tradesman, was really useful in helping scope the works when I was short of time and completed them on time with proactive communication throughout."

– Simon Kalinowski

Project Date: 2017
Project Price: $10,000 – $49,999

"I can’t recommend Mint Homes & Renovations highly enough. Julian has the amazing ability to make renovating a relatively stress free experience. His attention to detail and experience are outstanding!"

– Monica Whawell

Project Date: October 2016
Project Price: $10,000 – $49,999

"Julian was very clear in his quoting for some building works at my newly purchased house. He completed the works in good time and the quality was spot on. Throughout the time frame of the works, his communication was excellent and his follow-up was thorough. I have no problem recommending Julian at Mint Homes & Renovations."

– Denis Dardengo

Project Date: 2018
Project Price: $10,000 – 19,999

"Mint Homes and Renovations converted our downstairs laundry and storage area into an extra bedroom for one of our teenagers. Julian was able to move and redesign the laundry to save space, then did a total make over of the area into an extra bedroom with custom made polished cement bench top and sink area and separate toilet.

Our 15 year old is very happy now. No longer has to share a bedroom with her younger sister.

The job was delivered on time and I was very happy with the price and workmanship.

I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Julians services."

– Jamie Frazer

Project Date: 2017
Project Price: $10,000 – 29,999

"We hired Mint Homes & Renovations to renovate our tiny bathroom. They did a great job coming in and discussing options with us and costings. Whilst the project was ongoing they kept us up to date really well, especially when we found some poor workmanship from the original builders and non code compliant plumbing.

The finished result is fantastic, and we have continued to use Mint Homes for other projects, and we will continue to do so."

– David Howell

Project Date: 2017
Project Price: $10,000 – 49,999

"Julian has been very respectful and courteous in his dealings with us. He did research into what designs would work for our home, which we appreciated. Up to now he has quoted and work is expected to commence soon. If the quality of his workmanship matches his professional approach in the lead up, then we can expect a good outcome."

– David DeHaas

Project Date: May 2017
Project Price: $10,000 – $49,999

Hired him to do maintenance and then building works across 5 business locations. Great guy, listens and gets the job done at the right price. Good quality work, not all bushy! I will continue to use Julian (Big Jules as I now know him) for all of our building needs in our businesses.

– Andrew Barlow

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Local Craftsmanship

As Brisbane locals, our team takes an active part in Brisbane’s thriving northside community. We live here, we build here, and we’re proud to help shape our city through quality home renovations.

Attention to Detail

Our team is passionate about preserving the unique character of Queensland’s homes. We offer unparalleled attention to detail, and use quality building products and fixtures to suit your budget.

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Personalised Care

We offer clients the knowledge and expertise of a ‘big’ builder, with the personalised care and attention you’ll only receive from a ‘boutique’ specialist team. We’re with you every step of the way!

Meet the Team

Julian Russell

Owner & Director

A practitioner of building and carpentry; a skilled trade that involves the interpretation and implementation of the client, architect, and builder vision.

Jandy Stephens (& George the Foreman)

Owner & Director

Jandy is behind the scenes managing each and every project from start to finish. George takes his job very seriously ensuring everything is running smoothly onsite.

Matt R

Site Manager

Matt has been with Mint Homes & Renovations for 3 years now & he brings a little fun into every day! Managing all the incomings & outgoings of your project.

Dave M

Senior Leading Hand

Dave has been with Mint Homes & Renovations for 4 years with a hands on approach to all our projects.

Mint Homes & Renovations also have a fantastic team of hard working and reliable contractors that we work with day in and day out on all our projects. They are experts in their field & we love having them be a part of our team.

Award Winning Brisbane Builder

Let's Discuss Your Project Today

The Mint Homes & Renovations Team believe in creating a highly personalised and pleasurable journey for your special building project, from the very beginning of design conceptualisation, to the handover of your finished, beautiful, new home space.