Helsal Point (Martha’s Cove), Passive House Build
In 2023, Croft Wootton Construction took on a job building a dream waterfront home in Martha’s Cove, an exclusive canal-side suburb of Safety Beach. As the brainchild of eco-conscious owners Roger and Hannah, the property needed to follow strict Passive House principles. Their vision was a low-carbon-emission home requiring no additional heating or cooling to […]
Presbyterian Church Rammed Earth Building
Located on the Nepean Highway in central Mornington, the Mornington Presbyterian Church is a built-for-purpose construction made of traditional materials such as rammed earth and timber. Croft Wootton Construction built the church in 2023, together with Rammed Earth Enterprises, a premium eco-friendly builder based in Castlemaine. The project was the vision of the late veteran […]
The Briars Homestead, A Heritage Restoration
Nestled behind Mount Martha, The Briars is a historical conservation park managed by the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council. Popular with tourists from Victoria and beyond, the site also features a homestead, wildlife sanctuary, visitor’s centre, bushwalking trails, and an events venue. A well-known couple, Alexander and Emma Balcombe, started farming the land in 1846 on […]
McCrae Custom Build 2022
Completed in February 2022, this sanctuary of relaxation features a separate self-contained meditation retreat in a serene bushland setting. The architecturally designed property is made of eco-friendly materials, including recycled iron bark timber from NSW.
Red Hill Train Shelter, Heritage Building
In 1921, a railway station was constructed to serve the small community of Red Hill. For many years, the steam train connected the township to other Mornington Peninsula communities, providing a vital link during an age of limited automotive transport. As the word progressed, passenger numbers began to slide, and the service was eventually discontinued. […]
The Croft Wootton Construction Office: A Country-Style Barn Build
As a popular Mornington Peninsula builder facing growing demand, CWC needed a dedicated office for client consultations and everyday admin. To offer optimal value by reducing operating costs, we decided to build a new office building on Managing Director Nick Wootton’s rural property, Binbarra Farm. The relatively modest initial construction cost would yield a rapid […]
New Build Somers – 2017 Award Winner
A 2017 award winner for best sustainable home, this stunning Somers house boasts a 9.1 energy efficiency rating. Extra insulation, an intello wall membrane, and an external moisture barrier optimise the airtight design while preventing leaky building syndrome.
Rosebud and Districts Men’s Shed
Located on Allambi Ave in Capel Sound, the Rosebud and Districts Men’s Shed is a place for men of all backgrounds to come together for friendship, support, and community. Croft Wootton Construction built the shed in 2017-2019, undertaking the project as a Community Capital Infrastructure build. The Mornington Peninsula Shire supported the project with a […]
Carpenters Lane Rammed Earth Building
Croft Wootton Construction built this tall, eco-friendly home in Carpenters Lane, a quaint, semi-rural street a short drive from Hastings. Constructed partly of rammed earth, the elegant barn-style home was designed to provide optimal thermal mass while blending seamlessly into the surrounding environment. We began construction in August 2022 and handed over the keys in […]
State Apprentice of the year Major award
Huge Congratulations to Olivia Cox for winning a State Apprentice of the year Major award last night with the Master Builders Victoria. We are so proud that one of our team should be one of the best.