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Destination Living

4.4 (13 reviews)

Collingwood, VIC

About this business

Destination Living designs and constructs bespoke luxury homes, managing the entire process in-house from architecture and interior design through permits, landscaping and construction. Their architecturally led, collaborative approach pairs in-house architects, designers and builders to deliver custom, site-responsive homes tailored to challenging blocks and Melbourne coastal lifestyles.

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Service areas

Servicing Collingwood and surrounding locations.

See what local homeowners are saying

  • KHKarman H23 Oct 2025

    Thanks Mike and your team for producing this wonderful new place we can now call home for the past three years! I'm living the life that your business name proposed and can't wait for our next busines...

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    Thanks Mike and your team for producing this wonderful new place we can now call home for the past three years! I'm living the life that your business name proposed and can't wait for our next business project with you to come to fruition.

  • CWColin W17 Oct 2025

    "I've had the chance to get to know Destination Living and have been impressed by their thoughtful approach. From initial conversations to seeing how they guide projects, it's clear they value clarity...

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    "I've had the chance to get to know Destination Living and have been impressed by their thoughtful approach. From initial conversations to seeing how they guide projects, it's clear they value clarity and collaboration. Their team—across architecture, interiors, and build—communicates in a way that makes the process feel approachable. If you're considering a build, they’re definitely worth looking into."

  • PEPaul E7 Nov 2019

    Highly recommend Destination Living to everyone. Professional, fantastic design inside and out, highest quality builders and the best customer service you will ever get in the building industry. We ju...

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    Highly recommend Destination Living to everyone. Professional, fantastic design inside and out, highest quality builders and the best customer service you will ever get in the building industry. We just built two townhouses on a very small block, they looked after everything, Council nonsense, building complexity, interior and landscaping design challenges, everything that came up, was not a problem. We will build again and will come straight back to Destination Living.

  • JFJenny F14 Oct 2019

    We built with Destination Living 8 years ago, and we are just as happy with our home now, as we were back then. Dealing with Mike and Grace was a pleasure. Their professionalism, knowledge and advice...

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    We built with Destination Living 8 years ago, and we are just as happy with our home now, as we were back then. Dealing with Mike and Grace was a pleasure. Their professionalism, knowledge and advice made the process of building a pleasant experience. No problem was too big for them, they handled all of our concerns, (and our pedantic issues) with ease. On a personal note, Mike and Grace are both lovely and honest people, and we still enjoy a catch up with them on a regular basis.

  • JHJim H1 Dec 2016

    Starting a big project such as designing and building your "dream home" is always going to oppose some challenges, simply due to the many variables and external factors that are involved and fundament...

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    Starting a big project such as designing and building your "dream home" is always going to oppose some challenges, simply due to the many variables and external factors that are involved and fundamentally in my opinion everything comes down to people. From the first phone call I knew that we made the right decision to engage the team at Destination living. This is the first time my wife and I have embarked on a project of this scale and I have to say that Mike, John, Grace and the extended team have been nothing short of brilliant. We are constantly kept in the loop at every aspect of the project and the team has been completely transparent. Whilst we are still facing some challenging phases, we are extremely confident and excited at the same time. Mike, John, Grace, we would like to wholeheartedly thank you very much for playing a huge part and creating the house of our dreams.

  • JAJane A7 Oct 2013

    I count it one of my very lucky days when my daughter and I stopped to speak to Peter from “Destination Living” at their display area in the Home Show about 3 years ago. My “grand plan” was that in ma...

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    I count it one of my very lucky days when my daughter and I stopped to speak to Peter from “Destination Living” at their display area in the Home Show about 3 years ago. My “grand plan” was that in maybe 2 years’ time to have a new home built for myself, in Heathmont. After looking for about 12 months I found the block of land I wanted and I straight away gave Peter a call to reintroduce myself to him and to find out what I needed to do next, before actually paying the balance of money for the land. Peter couldn’t have been more helpful, within 2 days I had a soil test and arborist’s report done, by companies recommended by Peter. All the services that “Destination Living” offered – applying for permits, designs, plans etc., were exactly what I was after, and all within the same office. Right from the start I felt so confident with all their guidedance and advice. Any changes I made along the way were never any trouble to implement. They even recommended the building company to me and I have found Adam extremely professional to work with. My total dealings with “Destination Living” have been amazing, with all their suggestions, advice and help – where they do everything required to make your dream home a reality. I would like to thank everyone most sincerely, who had anything to do with my home project,

Frequently asked questions

How much do builders typically charge?
Builder costs vary widely depending on the job type and complexity. Minor repairs are generally much less than extensions, small builds or structural alterations that need foundations, framing or specialist input. Most quotes include a call‑out fee plus labour and materials, and the page shows live pricing to help you compare options.
Do builders charge call-out fees?
Call‑out fees are common and typically cover travel and an initial inspection or assessment. This fee is usually separate from hourly labour and materials, and after‑hours or weekend attendance often attracts higher rates. Ask whether a call‑out or minimum charge applies when requesting quotes.
Do builders need a licence in Australia?
Yes. Building work generally needs to be carried out by a licensed builder in every state and territory, and NSW builders are regulated by NSW Fair Trading. Builders should be able to provide their state builder/contractor licence number and show appropriate insurances and ABN/GST registration. In Victoria, domestic building insurance is required above a state threshold for certain contracts.
How do I get a quote from Destination Living?
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What areas does Destination Living service?
Destination Living services Collingwood and surrounds. Contact them to confirm service areas.
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