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One wall removed can transform how your whole home feels. Opening up a dated kitchen, dining and living into a single connected space floods the area with light, improves flow and adds genuine value to your property. Belvedere Building & Electrical handles the entire open plan conversion — structural engineering, wall removal, LVL beam installation, plastering and full electrical rerouting. Safe, compliant, fixed price.
Most older Newcastle homes were built with separate, closed-off rooms — a kitchen at the back, a dining room in the middle, a living area at the front. Removing one or two walls between these spaces can transform a dated, compartmentalised floor plan into a bright, connected open plan living area that feels twice the size — without adding a single square metre of floor area. It is consistently one of the highest-return renovations you can make.
Belvedere Building & Electrical manages the complete open plan conversion — from identifying which walls are load-bearing through to structural engineering, LVL beam or steel flitch installation, wall removal, all plastering, cornice and skirting reinstatement, floor patching and electrical rerouting. Everything included in one fixed price. Vincent and Clarence manage every trade directly — no coordinating between a builder, a structural engineer and a separate electrician on your own.
Real estate agents consistently identify open plan kitchen-living conversions as among the highest-return renovations for resale value in Newcastle. A connected, light-filled living space is one of the first things buyers look for — and one of the most impactful changes you can make without extending the home.
Removing a load-bearing wall without proper engineering is dangerous. We assess every wall before committing to removal, engage a structural engineer to design the correct beam and post solution, and install to spec. No shortcuts, no guesswork.
Removing walls almost always involves rerouting power points, light switches and circuits. Our in-house licensed electrician handles every aspect of the electrical rerouting as part of your fixed-price open plan renovation — no separate electrician to organise.
From structural assessment to the final coat of paint — every stage of your open plan renovation managed under one fixed-price contract.
We identify whether the wall is load-bearing before any work begins — assessing floor joist direction, roof structure and existing beam layout. Where required, we engage a structural engineer to specify the correct LVL beam, flitch plate or steel beam size and post locations.
Learn MoreSafe removal of the existing wall — timber frame, plasterboard, insulation and all services identified and isolated before demolition. Asbestos testing offered for pre-1990 homes where required. Site protected and dust managed throughout.
Learn MoreLaminated Veneer Lumber (LVL) or steel flitch beam installed to structural engineer's specification — correctly sized, correctly supported on engineered posts or existing structure, with full temporary propping during installation to protect the home above.
Learn MoreOnce the wall is out and the beam is in, all affected ceiling, wall and floor surfaces are reinstated — plasterboard patching, skimming, cornice rejoined, skirting boards matched and floor patched to match the existing material as closely as possible.
Learn MorePower points, light switches and ceiling lights relocated to suit the new open plan layout — all rerouted by our in-house licensed electrician. New lighting design for the combined space, recessed LED downlights and pendant rough-ins included.
Learn MoreIf your open plan conversion is paired with a kitchen renovation, we manage both simultaneously — island bench position designed to the new open space, overhead rangehood duct run through the new beam zone, joinery layout maximised for the combined footprint.
Learn MoreSix reasons we are Newcastle's trusted specialists for structural wall removal and open plan conversions done safely and correctly.
NSW Builder's Licence 329 075C. Removing a load-bearing wall is structural work that must be carried out by a licensed builder. We have the qualifications, experience and structural engineering relationships to do it safely, legally and correctly.
We engage a structural engineer to specify the correct beam size, span and post locations for every load-bearing wall removal. Engineer's drawings provided, beam installed to spec. Structural engineering costs included in your fixed-price quote.
Every power point, light switch and circuit affected by the wall removal is rerouted by our in-house licensed electrician. One team, one quote — no organising a separate electrician around your builder's schedule.
Structural engineer, wall removal, beam installation, plastering, cornice, floor patch, painting and electrical rerouting — all scoped and priced in one fixed-price contract before any walls come down. No variation surprises mid-job.
Many Newcastle homes built before 1990 contain asbestos in wall sheeting. We identify potential asbestos materials before any demolition begins and manage testing and safe removal through licensed contractors where required — at no surprise cost.
You deal directly with Vincent or Clarence from first assessment through to final handover. Immediate answers on structural questions, fast scheduling decisions, direct accountability for every stage of the open plan conversion.
A clear 5-step process — from the initial structural assessment to painted, finished and ready to enjoy.
We visit the site, assess which walls are load-bearing, check for asbestos risk in pre-1990 homes and provide a fully itemised fixed-price quote including structural engineering if required — no obligation.
Structural engineer engaged, beam size and post positions specified, engineer's drawings issued. Fixed-price contract signed with confirmed start and finish dates before any demolition begins.
Temporary propping erected, services isolated, wall safely removed, LVL or steel beam installed to engineer's spec and inspected before propping is removed. Certified and compliant at every stage.
All affected plasterboard patched and skimmed, cornice rejoined, floor patched, skirting boards reinstated. Electrical rerouted by our licensed electrician — power points, switches and new lighting installed concurrently.
Affected areas painted to match existing finishes, final clean completed and your new open plan living space handed over — bright, connected and exactly as quoted. Typically 1–3 weeks on site depending on scope.
There isn't any job these brothers cannot do! They removed two walls, installed the LVL beam and had the entire space plastered and painted in under two weeks. Our home feels twice the size — the light is incredible. Truly exceptional work.
Top quality work from top quality people. Vincent managed the structural engineering, wall removal and all the electrical rerouting under one fixed price. No surprises, delivered on time and the finished open plan space has completely transformed how we use our home.
Vincent removed a load-bearing wall to open up our kitchen and living and the result is stunning. He managed the engineer, the beam installation, the plasterwork and the electrical — we didn't have to coordinate anything. One call, one fixed price, done properly.
Clarence was professional, knowledgeable about the structural requirements and clearly experienced with load-bearing wall removal. The beam was installed perfectly, the plaster finish is seamless and the open plan space looks incredible. Outstanding team.
Very knowledgeable about what was and wasn't structural, extremely thorough and kept the site spotless every day. The wall removal and beam install was done quickly and professionally — the plasterwork is flawless. Our home is unrecognisable in the best possible way.
Fair and transparent quote, managed the structural engineer and beam installation himself and rerouted all our electrical in the process. Having one team handle everything made it so much simpler. The open plan result has genuinely changed how we live in this house.
The most common questions Newcastle homeowners ask before opening up their kitchen, dining and living spaces.
Ask Us DirectlyWall removal costs in Newcastle depend on whether the wall is load-bearing or non-load-bearing. A non-load-bearing internal wall removal — including plastering, floor patch and electrical rerouting — typically costs $3,000–$6,000. A load-bearing wall removal including structural engineer, LVL beam installation, plastering, cornice, floor patch and electrical typically costs $8,000–$18,000 depending on span length and beam specification. We provide a fully itemised fixed-price quote after the free site assessment. Contact us to book yours.
A load-bearing wall carries the structural load of the roof, upper floors or other elements above it down to the foundations. Common indicators include walls that run perpendicular to the floor joists, walls in the centre of the home, or walls that continue through multiple floors. However, the only reliable way to confirm is a professional assessment — we inspect the roof space, ceiling joists and floor structure at the site visit to determine conclusively whether the wall is load-bearing before providing the quote.
In most cases, internal wall removal in Newcastle — including load-bearing walls — can be done under a Complying Development Certificate (CDC) rather than a full DA, provided the work doesn't alter the external envelope of the home and the structural solution meets the CDC standards. This means fast certifier approval (typically 2–4 weeks) rather than a lengthy council DA. We confirm the correct approval pathway for your specific project at the site visit and manage the approval process on your behalf where required.
Many Newcastle homes built before 1990 contain asbestos cement sheeting (fibro) in internal and external wall cladding. We identify potential asbestos materials at the site visit and, where any doubt exists, recommend testing before demolition begins. If asbestos is confirmed, we engage a licensed asbestos removalist to safely remove and dispose of the material before the building team proceeds. Asbestos removal is quoted separately and clearly itemised so you know exactly what it will cost.
Yes — and combining a wall removal with a kitchen renovation is one of the most effective ways to get the maximum transformation from a single project. The wall removal opens up the space, and the new kitchen is then designed specifically for the newly connected floor plan — island bench position, rangehood duct routing and cabinet layout all designed for the open plan space rather than a cramped closed kitchen. We regularly manage both scopes simultaneously under a single fixed-price contract.
A straightforward non-load-bearing wall removal with plastering and electrical is typically completed in 3–7 days on site. A load-bearing wall removal including beam installation, plastering, cornice, floor patch and electrical rerouting typically takes 1–3 weeks on site depending on beam size and the extent of reinstatement work. If combined with a kitchen renovation, allow 3–6 weeks total. We provide a confirmed timeline at the contract stage.
Wall removal and open plan conversion specialists serving Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Hunter Valley and the Central Coast.
Book a free structural assessment. We'll identify what's possible, confirm whether the wall is load-bearing and provide a fully itemised fixed-price quote — no obligation.