Rivervale got its name from the Swan River, and the river still shapes the suburb today. Blocks here were first carved up in the 1920s, and after the war the State Housing Commission bought 422 lots to build homes for rent. A century on, Rivervale has a real mix: older cottages, post-war brick homes, villas and townhouses, with new apartments going up near the river. Whatever kind of home you're in, we can help you get more out of it.

The homes we work on in Rivervale

Older cottages and 1920s homes. These often have high ceilings and good bones but small, dated rooms at the back. A rear renovation or extension can bring them up to date without losing their charm.

Post-war and former State Housing homes. Built simply and solidly, these homes are ideal for renovation. Taking out a wall or two, updating the kitchen and bathroom, and adding an alfresco can completely change how they feel.

Villas and townhouses. Space is tight, so every square metre counts. We focus on smarter kitchens, better storage and bathrooms that feel bigger than they are. If you're in a strata complex, we'll help with the approvals you'll need from the strata.

What we can do for your Rivervale home

• Full home renovations
• Kitchen renovations
• Bathroom and ensuite renovations
• Laundry renovations
• Single and double storey extensions
• Garage conversions
• Recladding
• Granny flats

Council approvals in the City of Belmont

Rivervale falls within the City of Belmont. We'll let you know early on whether your renovation needs a building permit or planning approval, then prepare the drawings and lodge the applications for you. If you are living outside of this area, check out our home renovation builder Perth page.

One consultant, start to finish

Stephen Milton is your Refresh Renovations consultant in Rivervale. He also looks after nearby Belmont, Burswood, Kewdale and Redcliffe, so he knows the area and the types of homes you'll find here.

Stephen starts with a free visit to your home. You'll talk about what isn't working, what you'd like to change and roughly what you want to spend. From there, Refresh manages design, approvals and the build, with one point of contact the whole way through.

Rivervale renovation questions

Is my older Rivervale home worth renovating? If the structure is sound, usually yes. Many post-war homes in Rivervale are well built and respond really well to a new layout and updated finishes.

Can you renovate a strata townhouse? Yes. Internal work like kitchens and bathrooms is common. We'll help you work out what needs strata approval before we start.

How long does a renovation take? A kitchen or bathroom is often a matter of weeks, while an extension or full renovation takes longer. Stephen will give you a clear timeline once the scope is set.

Book a free consultation with Stephen and start planning your Rivervale renovation.