Paddington, QLD
A compact Phoenix home lift for a heritage home in Paddington, planned around a tight urban footprint. It was installed with minimal disruption and finished to match the home's timber interiors, so it adds easy floor-to-floor access without changing the home's character.
Project overview
A lift that fits a beautiful home, not a hospital.
The owners wanted to add a lift without changing the character of their heritage home. We planned a compact Phoenix around the existing layout, kept the building works to a minimum, and finished it to match the home's timber interiors.
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The brief
Maintain the home's heritage aesthetic while adding accessibility for an elderly family member.
The challenge
- The home's narrow stairwell and timber detailing limited space for a conventional shaft.
- The owners wanted minimal site works and fast installation.
- The lift had to meet Australian Standards and future NDIS needs.
The solution
We recommended the Classic Series free-standing shaft with a timber veneer finish and shallow pit design. This model allowed a clean retrofit without major wall cut-ins. Manufactured locally, it arrived on site ready for quick assembly and a two-day install.
What we delivered
- Custom design drawings and renders to match the home's look.
- Hydraulic drive system with low-pit requirement.
- Full installation and commissioning in under a week.
- Warranty, training and scheduled maintenance plan.
Key specifications
- Model: Classic Series - Heritage finish
- Capacity: 350 kg
- Travel: Ground + 1 level (2.8 m)
- Drive: Hydraulic, low-pit option
- Doors: Single glass with timber reveal
- Compliance: BCA + NDIS compatible
Outcomes
- Independent living restored for the homeowner.
- No structural modifications required.
- Faster lead time — delivered 50 % quicker than comparable imports.
- Home resale value increased.
