CASTLECRAG PROJECT - STRUCTURAL BALCONY REBUILD
LOCATION
Castlecrag, Lower North Shore Sydney
CATEGORY / EXPERTISE
Residential Construction & Structural Balcony Rebuild
PROJECT VALUE
Approx. $65,000+
DURATION
Approx. 6–8 weeks
STATUS
Completed 2025
PROJECT OVERVIEW
This project involved the structural reconstruction of an elevated timber balcony impacted by significant timber deterioration and non compliant balustrade elements.
The objective was to restore structural integrity, upgrade the framing system, and rebuild the balcony to meet current National Construction Code requirements while maintaining the architectural character of the home.
SCOPE OF WORKS
- Removal of damaged framing
- Replacement of cantilever joists
- New perimeter beams
- Hardwood posts installation
- Blackbutt decking installation
- Balustrade reconstruction
ARCHITECTURAL HIGHLIGHTS
- Clean edge detailing
- Integrated balustrade design
- Consistent timber finish
- Premium hardwood decking finish
- NCC compliant balustrade upgrade
- Durable solution designed for long term performance
KEY CHALLENGES
- Repairing concealed timber rot
- Working at height with scaffold access
- Safe sequencing of structural demolition
- Repair and reinforcement of cantilevered framing
- Integrating new structural members into an existing structure
- Achieving NCC compliance while preserving design intent