$140K Gain, Zero Guesswork & a very happy Pooch!
Saved $28K on custom joinery, banished decision fatigue and delivered a $140K uplift in just two weeks. Upside Advisory™ lets you DIY or go full-service, so you’re always in control.
Project Snapshot
Quick Snapshot
Service: Upside Advisory™ (Cosmetic & Functional Reno)
Reno Spend: Used non-conventional cabinet maker & sourced carcasses, doors & stone separately for big savings
Structural Prep: Roof inspection confirmed walls could be removed to open up the space
The Challenge
A north-Sydney cook-lover snapped up a great home, only to find the kitchen too small and isolated for their entertaining vision.
Before & After Gallery
My Strategy
We opened up the existing plan by removing two non-loadbearing walls and reconfigured cabinetry:
Created a large island bench with ample under-bench storage
Extended wall-cabinet run for extra storage and eye-level white-goods
Chose a warm finish to complement the owner’s style
Result
$140K uplift in just 2 weeks
Transformed into an entertainer’s dream kitchen, cooking became a shared experience
A very happy pooch: Miss Claudette is loving the warm, redesigned space and joins in on all the fun!
Project Gallery
"Working with JORIS turned what felt overwhelming into a clear, strategic plan. Their sharp advice cut through the noise, saved me $28K in unnecessary costs, and gave me total confidence through every decision. The result — a $140K uplift without second-guessing a single move. It felt like having a project partner who genuinely had my back."
Alex - 2025