Holmes Building & Design

As a filmmaker, videographer, and photographer who works closely with home builders, architects, and interior designers, I’ve had the privilege of capturing a wide range of projects — and Holmes Building is truly one of the best on the South Coast of NSW. Every home they create reflects incredible craftsmanship, attention to detail, and a commitment to excellence. Their designs aren’t just beautiful; they’re thoughtful, functional, and built to last. Working with the Holmes team has been a seamless experience — they are professional, collaborative, and genuinely passionate about bringing their clients’ dream homes to life. From a visual storytelling perspective, their projects are a dream to capture. The finishes, layouts, and architectural details photograph and film beautifully, which speaks volumes about the quality of their work. I highly recommend Holmes Building to anyone looking to build a custom home that blends stunning design with superior workmanship. They’ve set the standard for excellence here on the South Coast NSW.

We can’t thank Darren and Rod from Holmes Building enough. Our journey began unlike most. After being left devastated when a local builder went into liquidation and took our money, they stepped in without hesitation and gave us a lifeline, taking on a job that was a complete mess and a safety hazard. From the very beginning, every step with them was marked by ease, honesty, and genuine helpfulness. Their communication was exceptional. They guided us through selections with patience, kept us updated at every stage, and shared ideas we never would have thought of ourselves. What started as a nightmare experience was completely turned around by their professionalism, experience, care, and expertise. Our home is absolutely beautiful and we couldn’t be happier. We feel indebted to Darren and Rod for giving us the dream home we thought we had lost. We’re beyond grateful to have found them and only wish it had been from the very beginning. We wholeheartedly recommend Holmes Building to anyone looking for a professional and experienced building team.

Great Work and Easy to Deal With Holmes Building completed our renovation, and they did a fantastic job. The team was friendly, professional, and kept us updated the whole way through. Everything was done on time and to a really high standard. They were easy to talk to, listened to what we wanted, and made the whole process stress-free. I am very happy with the result and would definitely recommend Holmes Building to anyone looking for a reliable builder.

Professional, Reliable, and Great to Work With We have had the opportunity to work with Holmes Building on multiple projects, and they consistently demonstrate a high level of professionalism and reliability. Their sites are well-managed, schedules are clear, and communication is always timely and respectful to other trades and clients. They foster a collaborative environment, which makes it easier for all trades to do their best work. The quality of their builds speaks for itself, and it’s clear they take pride in what they do. It’s always a positive experience working alongside their team, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them for any residential or commercial project.

We have had a long-standing relationship with the team at Holmes Building and Design. They have been great to work with on some amazing projects over the years. Their quality and communication are two key things that set them apart from any other Builder in the region We highly recommend Darren, Rod and the team for anyone looking to Build their next new home.

We recently had our renovation completed by Holmes Building & Design and I honestly couldn’t be happier with the whole experience. From the very first meeting, Rod and Darren made the process feel easy and stress-free. They took the time to really listen to what we wanted, gave great advice along the way, and made sure every detail was just right. The workmanship and quality of the finishes are outstanding – you can really see the pride they take in their work. What I appreciated most was their honesty, clear communication, and how approachable they both were throughout the project. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble, and I always felt confident that our home was in the best hands. Rod and Darren, thank you both so much – you’ve transformed our home into a space we absolutely love, and we’re so grateful for all the effort and care you put into it. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Holmes Building & Design to anyone looking to renovate.