Selling Houses Australia Carina Heights
Carina Heights Renovation – Season 18 Episode 2
WCC Kitchens & Cabinets were proud to supply the custom kitchen joinery for the Carina Heights renovation featured on Selling Houses Australia Season 18, Episode 2, which aired on 11 March on Foxtel and Binge.
The episode followed the transformation of a small 1950s home in Carina Heights, Brisbane that had struggled to sell despite being on the market for several years.
With a growing family and a property that buyers continued to overlook, the owners turned to the Selling Houses Australia team to help unlock the home’s potential and prepare it for sale.
A Property That Had Struggled to Sell
The owners purchased the property in 2005, describing it as “the worst house in the street.” Over time, the owner carried out a number of renovations himself, including a kitchen upgrade.
However, despite these efforts, the home still struggled to attract buyers.
The property had been listed for three years and had gone through four different real estate agents, yet it remained unsold. With a teenager and a four-year-old, the family needed to move to a more suitable home but the outdated layout and presentation made it difficult for buyers to see the potential.
The house followed a classic 1950s floor plan, which meant the layout felt small and disconnected compared with modern homes.
Renovation Designed to Improve Flow and Appeal
The Selling Houses Australia team focused on improving the layout and presentation of the home so buyers could better understand how the space could work for modern living.
Key areas of the home were updated to create better flow, brighter living spaces and a more contemporary feel.
One of the most important parts of the renovation was the kitchen, and the removal of the wall between the kitchen and lounge. The kitchen is often considered one of the most influential rooms when buyers are evaluating a property.
Custom Kitchen Joinery by WCC Kitchens & Cabinets
WCC Kitchens & Cabinets supplied the custom joinery for the renovated kitchen, helping transform the space into a modern and highly functional area of the home.
The new kitchen features:
- custom-built cabinetry
- integrated storage solutions
- a clean and contemporary design
- improved functionality and layout
The design focused on creating a kitchen that felt sleek, modern and uncluttered, while maximising the available space within the home.
Potential buyers quickly noticed the difference, commenting on how streamlined the kitchen appeared. One detail that stood out was the way the built-in rangehood was seamlessly integrated into the cabinetry, making it almost invisible within the overall design.
A Kitchen That Made an Impression
When the real estate agent first saw the finished renovation, the kitchen immediately caught his attention.
As he turned toward the space, his reaction was simple:
“Wow.”
The updated kitchen became one of the standout features of the home and played an important role in helping buyers see the property in a new light.
Modern, well-designed kitchens often create a strong first impression during inspections, and this renovation demonstrated how effective that transformation can be.
From Three Years on the Market to Sold in Five Weeks
Before the renovation, the property had spent three years on the market and had been listed with four different agents, without success.
The owners had been hoping to achieve a sale price in the range of $1.1 million to $1.2 million.
Following the transformation featured on Selling Houses Australia, the impact was immediate.
Just five weeks after the renovation was completed, the property sold for $1,280,000 — exceeding the owners’ expected price range.
The result demonstrated how thoughtful renovation, improved presentation and quality craftsmanship can dramatically change how buyers respond to a property.
Kitchen Renovations South East QLD
Since 1996, WCC Kitchens & Cabinets have been designing, manufacturing and installing custom kitchens and cabinetry across Brisbane and South-East Queensland.
Our team specialises in:
- kitchen renovations
- custom kitchen cabinets
- bathroom vanities
- laundry cabinetry
- wardrobes and storage solutions
- outdoor kitchens
All cabinetry is designed and built by our experienced team, ensuring a high standard of craftsmanship and attention to detail.
If you are planning a kitchen renovation in South East QLD, WCC Kitchens & Cabinets can help create a kitchen that is both functional and beautifully designed.
