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Wooden building with a metal garage door, white planters, and a clear blue sky.

Glenorie Barnhouse Conversion

With over 40 year’s experience, Peter & his team bring expertise and craftsmanship to every project. From the quoting stage, up to completion, we aim to keep your building project stress free & high quality. See our project gallery that showcases our quality & handiwork.

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Terrigal Boardwalk timber top rail to balustrades

Wooden boardwalk along a coastal area with greenery, beach, and ocean waves under a blue sky with clouds.

Our Services

  • Bright, minimalist living space with white walls and floor, featuring a gray sofa, a wooden dining table with white chairs, a kitchenette with white cabinets, and a blue door.

    Renovations & New Builds

    Got an idea for your space but not sure how to execute on it? Get in touch now for a consultation with our expert team. We have experience in building new homes, stables & granny flats.

  • Wooden deck with raised platform and metal railing

    Decks & Pergolas

    Want to enhance your outdoor space? We can help with that. A Cut Above has completed countless decks and pergolas for our happy clients.

  • Bedroom with white walls and dark green wainscoting, featuring a bed with white linens and a green blanket. Three framed artworks hang above the bed, and a window with sheer curtains offers a view outside. There's a chair beside the bed and a small shelf with books.

    Wall Cladding & Wainscoting

    Have a home with character? Or want to add some historical charm? We can help with that. Get in touch for a quote for your space.

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PREVIOUS PROJECTS

Close-up of a wet wooden handrail along a boardwalk adjacent to rocky cliffs and vegetation.

Project 01 - Terrigal Boardwalk Timber Handrail

A labour of love & precision. The curved blue-gum top rail was designed to sit atop stainless-steel balustrades. The huge profile was machined and honed to architects specifications leaving a lasting impression on this iconic project.

Builder: Land & Marine

Client: Synergy Engineering

Project 02 - Glenorie Barnhouse

Shed to barn style accommodation conversion in beautiful Glenorie. Timber cladding was added to the existing structure externally with new custom made timber windows crafted by Peter. New roof sheeting, gutters and capping was installed to complete the exterior. Internally, new walls, celings, flooring and a kitchenette was completed.

Kitchen countertop with marble surface, sink, and induction cooktop near a large wooden-framed window showing an outdoor scene with trees, a white truck, and construction equipment.
Wooden barn with metal roll-up door, flanked by two large white planters, against a clear blue sky.
Exterior view of a modern building with wooden siding and a large window, situated above a concrete block foundation, featuring a small garden with plants and blue sky in the background.

Project 03 - Shangri-La Hotel Sydney

As part of the refurbishment of this luxury hotel, A Cut Above was engaged to complete timber screening, timber wall cladding and new door openings. Peter and his team delivered a high-quality result for the builder and were proud to leave a mark on this Sydney institution.

Modern hallway with wooden paneled wall, three padded benches, and a textured carpet.
Elevator interior with wood paneling and safety signs.

Project 04 - Broke Guest House

Renovation of cottage-style guest accommodation in the picturesque Broke region of the Hunter Valley by A Cut Above Joinery. New kitchen, flooring and v-groove paneling was added to the living space and bedroom. The bathroom was given a complete upgrade with timber flooring continuing into the space.

Cozy bedroom with a white and green color scheme, featuring a bed with white and green bedding, a wooden chair, framed botanical prints on the wall, and large glass doors leading to an outdoor view.
Bright, minimalist kitchen with white cabinetry, wood countertops, small refrigerator, window above sink, wall shelf with decor, and glass-panel door.
Modern bathroom with a walk-in shower, beige tiles, glass divider, white toilet, sink, towel rack, and window.

Project 05 - Pitt Town Residence

New decking around pool with new cabana structure supported by red gum structural timber posts. Installed by A Cut Above Joinery for a private client.

Outdoor swimming pool with surrounding wooden deck, three large white decorative bowls, and a small gazebo. The sky is partly cloudy.
Wooden deck with a pergola, decorative panels, and glass railing
Modern outdoor pool with wooden deck and glass fence, overlooking housing development and landscape under a cloudy sky.

Project 06 - Queenscliff Architectural Door

New 6m x 2.2m western red cedar pivot hinge door made and installed by A Cut Above for luxury Queenscliff residence.

Large wooden door in a construction area with a person on an aerial lift, concrete ceiling, and glass windows.
Large wooden door with glass panels on a modern building exterior, visible plant in a pot, construction materials nearby.

ABOUT US

Two men standing in a well-lit room. One is wearing a cowboy hat and a black Calvin Klein t-shirt, while the other is in a white t-shirt. They are smiling and have their arms around each other.

Peter has been working is a carpenter for over 40 years and has worked on high-end commercial projects as a Project Manager and has a wealth of experience in the residential space, helping homeowners bring their vision to life. Peter enjoys spending time with his wife, horses and yellow labrador on his off days.

Kyle works along side Peter and brings a wealth of knowledge through his 10 years experience in carpentry and extensive home renovations and passion for restoring old homes. Kyle enjoys restoring cars in his spare time and spending time with family when he is not on the tools.

  • "Peter's approach, and exceptional craftsmanship resulted in a finished product that we are so proud of. Thank you Pete and your dedicated team."

    Synergy Engineering - Terrigal Boardwalk