Client
Todd Martin, Willow Maiven
Industry: Residential Property & Lifestyle
The Challenge: A Home That Needed a Lift
When Todd Martin reached out to us, his brief was simple—but not easy:
“I want a home that reflects our lifestyle. Comfort, character, and zero stress.”
His beautiful historic farmhouse in Central Victoria had good bones, but it needed a refresh, a renovation, and a serious one. The kind that didn’t just involve paint and patch-ups, but something deeper—bringing new life to a beloved family space, without having to manage every moving part of the project himself.
The Ask: One Partner, Full Accountability
Todd didn’t want to juggle architects, builders, and timelines. He needed a turnkey solution—a partner who could take his vision, run with it, and hand him back the keys to something extraordinary.
No chasing tradies. No wondering what’s next. Just clarity, confidence, and a top-tier result.
The Solution: Built on Collaboration, Crafted with Care
From the outset, we stepped in not just as a builder in Bendigo, but as project partners. We worked closely with the architect Todd selected—but we didn’t stop there. Our team took those initial plans and infused them with smart, practical design improvements:
- Reworked layout for better flow
- Added thoughtful touches like custom shelving and skylights
- Focused on architectural integrity and finish quality
- Managed the entire process—from concept to completion
Our job wasn’t to just build to spec—it was to build something better.
The Result: Just in Time for Christmas
Nine months later—on 23rd December 2020—we handed Todd the keys. Just in time for Christmas. Just in time for a gathering of 20 family members. Right on schedule, and exactly as promised.
But more than that, what we delivered was something that still stands out today:
- Exceptional finish – Not a single defect, no warranty calls, years on
- Zero stress – Fully managed build, from start to final handover
- Lifestyle-enhancing design – A home that’s not just beautiful, but deeply liveable
What Todd Had to Say
“From the first to the last day of construction, Team Yarrington immersed themselves in the project as if it was their own home.
They continually tabled structural and design options that practically enhanced the outstanding design work completed by my architect.
Everything from punctuality, communication, to workmanship were completed to a level that exceeded my expectations… during a time that was uncertain and introduced a level of complexity that most of Australia had never experienced.
For those of you who are considering Yarrington Construction as your building partner, please accept my unequivocal recommendation.”
– Todd Martin, Willow Maiven
Need a Home That’s Built Around You?
At Yarrington Construction, we don’t just build homes—we build trust, comfort, and spaces that feel like you from the moment you walk in.
Let’s talk. We’ll take care of the details, so you can focus on living in the result.
