Building Dreams for 20 Years: The Carlisle Homes Journey
by Carlisle Homes
For twenty years, Carlisle Homes has been at the forefront of home building, creating spaces where families can thrive and flourish. Carlisle Homes has transformed the landscape of residential living in Victoria, setting new standards in quality, innovation and community impact.
As an Australian-owned and operated builder, Carlisle Homes has consistently prioritised quality, innovation and community impact. Here's a look at the journey that has brought Carlisle Homes to its 20th anniversary, celebrating milestones, achievements and the unwavering commitment to its customers.
Carlisle Homes’ Managing Director John Doulgeridis is active in the business’s success, steering it over the past 20 years.
Australian Owned and Operated
From its inception in January 2004, Carlisle Homes has remained steadfast in its commitment to being Australian-owned and operated. This dedication ensures that the homes are tailored to the unique needs and preferences of Australian families, with a focus on creating communities and fostering connections.
Carlisle Homes began its journey in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne, with the first display at Fig Tree Hill in Lyndhurst, City of Casey, which opened in July 2004. From there, the company expanded, reaching the western suburbs by 2007, the northern suburbs by 2010 and Geelong by 2012. This growth was marked by the introduction of signature home ranges such as the Affinity Collection, Inspire (originally T-Range) and EasyLiving series.
The Affinity Collection launched, setting a new standard for luxury living, followed by the versatile Inspire range in 2008 and the accessible EasyLiving series in 2015.
Today, Carlisle builds approximately 1,600 homes annually, each crafted with precision and care, supported by a robust team of over 500 staff.
“Having spent most of my life in the residential building industry, I know that building a new home can be just as exciting as it is daunting. That’s why from the very beginning, our focus at Carlisle Homes has been on exceeding our customers’ expectations, every step of the way. From the way we guide, support and inspire you through a build process that is totally transparent, to the way we ensure your home exceeds your expectations when we hand over the keys, we always go the extra mile and that makes all the difference.”
Managing Director - John Doulgeridis
The Largest Showroom in Australia
One of the significant milestones in Carlisle Homes' history was the expansion of its showroom to become the largest New Home Selection Centre in Australia. In 2022, Carlisle Homes moved into a brand-new, state-of-the-art showroom. The Spectra showroom is a gamechanger, allowing potential homeowners to explore a vast array of home designs, finishes and fixtures, with dedicated support to touch, feel and experience the products up close. The new Spectra showroom is unlike anything else and provides clients a comprehensive understanding of the quality and options available.
In addition to a dedicated selection showroom, Carlisle’s extensive display suite network has continued to grow over the years, now encompassing over 70 displays around Melbourne, each crafted by the inhouse design team to showcase the latest home designs, innovation and trends.
Giving Back with Community Impact
Carlisle Homes doesn’t just build houses – it’s a socially conscious business committed to making a difference in the industry, community and environment. Carlisle Homes operates in a transparent way, sharing its resources, expertise and networks to address social issues and drive positive change.
At a company level, Carlisle has partnered with Life Changer, a charity dedicated to empowering young people with the tools to navigate life, overcome challenges, and reach their potential. Each year, Carlisle Homes aims to raise over $100,000 for LifeChanger through various fundraising events. Carlisle takes pride in its community engagement to support and uplift the communities it builds in.
At a local level, Carlisle Homes has been running its Team Community Sport Sponsorship Program since 2017. This program has donated over $375,000 to fund a wide range of community sponsorships. Character building and community focused, this grassroots program motivates and inspires.
All of these initiatives reflect Carlisle’s core values of nurturing a supportive and inclusive environment, both within the company and in the broader community.
Carlisle Homes has won numerous industry awards over its 20-year history including the Housing Industry Association’s (HIA’s) Most Professional Major Builder in Victoria multiple times and the national award in 2021 and 2023.
Award-Winning Excellence and Innovation
Carlisle Homes' dedication to quality and customer service has been recognised with numerous awards. The company has been named the Housing Industry Association’s (HIA’s) Most Professional Major Builder in Victoria multiple times (2015, 2017, 2020 and 2022) and took home the national award in 2021 and 2023. The HIA is a highly competitive award that celebrates and recognises top-tier performance across the housing industry, showcasing Australia’s premier tradespeople and their businesses. To have won the program’s top honour across the state and national levels is testament to Carlisle Home’s approach, culture and philosophy – to consistently build high-quality homes packed with value.
Carlisle was ranked number 9 on the Best Workplaces List in Australia’s Best Places to Work™ Awards in 2023.
Carlisle has also been awarded Nationally by the Master Builders. Taking home top honours as the ‘Best Large Residential Builder’ in 2022 and 2023.
In addition to industry accolades, Carlisle Homes has consistently been certified as a Great Place to Work, ranking in the Top 28 workplaces and achieving a notable 9th place in 2023.
A core part of the culture and approach at Carlisle Homes is to constantly innovate, bringing industry best standards to its customers. Carlisle’s homes are designed with energy efficiency in mind, featuring double glazing, solar energy systems and premium insulation. The seven-star energy rating initiative is a testament to Carlisle’s commitment to sustainability, offering homes that are not only luxurious but also environmentally friendly.
As Carlisle Homes celebrates this significant milestone, the team extends its heartfelt gratitude to the customers. Your trust and support have been instrumental in Carlisle’s success. Carlisle Home’s looks forward to continuing to build homes that exceed expectations and create lasting memories for families across Victoria.
Here’s to another 20 years of making ‘life better’.
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