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QBCC License No: 1074560

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QBCC License No: 1074560

Apartment and Unit Bathroom Renovations Brisbane

Renovating a bathroom in an apartment or unit is very different to renovating a standalone home. Space is tighter, access is restricted, and mistakes can affect more than just your own property. Many apartment bathrooms were built to maximise yield, not comfort, which is why they often feel cramped, poorly ventilated or difficult to maintain. At Gold Star Bathrooms, we deliver apartment and unit bathroom renovations across Brisbane with careful planning, technical precision and a strong understanding of how multi residential buildings actually work.

Comple Bathroom Renovation

Master Builders Queensland Registered

Locally Owned & Operating Since 2005

NDIS-Approved For Home Modifications

QBCC Lisenced Builder

Why Apartment and Unit Bathrooms Commonly Need Renovation

Most apartment bathrooms begin to show problems earlier than bathrooms in houses. Limited ventilation, constant moisture and minimal waterproofing systems in older buildings all contribute to wear and tear. Over time, tiles loosen, grout fails, leaks develop and the space becomes harder to live with.


Many clients contact us because they are worried about water damage. In apartments, a leak does not just affect your bathroom. It can impact units below, strata property and shared infrastructure. Renovating properly is often about preventing future problems just as much as improving how the bathroom looks and feels.

Enhance space and usability

Choose larger tiles to maximise the feeling

Tile colour and lighting to enhance warmth and feeling

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Designs focused on minimum space

Many apartment bathrooms were built to meet minimum requirements, not long term comfort.

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Designs focused on minimum space

Many apartment bathrooms were built to meet minimum requirements, not long term comfort.

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Designs focused on minimum space

Many apartment bathrooms were built to meet minimum requirements, not long term comfort.

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Waterproofing failures over time

Older waterproofing systems are a common cause of leaks in apartment buildings.

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Waterproofing failures over time

Older waterproofing systems are a common cause of leaks in apartment buildings.

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Waterproofing failures over time

Older waterproofing systems are a common cause of leaks in apartment buildings.

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Bathrooms that no longer suit daily use

Outdated layouts and fittings often make small spaces harder to use than they need to be.

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Bathrooms that no longer suit daily use

Outdated layouts and fittings often make small spaces harder to use than they need to be.

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Bathrooms that no longer suit daily use

Outdated layouts and fittings often make small spaces harder to use than they need to be.

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From Quote to Completion

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Book Your Free Quote

Choose a time that suits you with our online booking system, or contact us directly. We’ll visit your home, discuss your ideas, and provide a clear, no-obligation quote.

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Book Your Free Quote

Choose a time that suits you with our online booking system, or contact us directly. We’ll visit your home, discuss your ideas, and provide a clear, no-obligation quote.

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We Get to Work

Once you’re ready, we’ll schedule your renovation and take care of everything — from demolition to waterproofing, plumbing, tiling, and installation. You’ll also receive regular updates so you know exactly what’s happening.

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We Get to Work

Once you’re ready, we’ll schedule your renovation and take care of everything — from demolition to waterproofing, plumbing, tiling, and installation. You’ll also receive regular updates so you know exactly what’s happening.

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Job Complete — Enjoy Your New Bathroom

After the finishing touches, we’ll walk you through your brand-new bathroom to make sure you’re 100% happy. Our aftercare support means you can relax knowing it’s built to last.

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Job Complete — Enjoy Your New Bathroom

After the finishing touches, we’ll walk you through your brand-new bathroom to make sure you’re 100% happy. Our aftercare support means you can relax knowing it’s built to last.

Planning Renovations Around Strata and Building Constraints

Apartment renovations require planning beyond the bathroom itself. Building rules, strata requirements, access times and shared services all need to be considered before work begins. We take a practical approach, ensuring renovations are planned in a way that respects the building while still delivering a high quality result.


This includes understanding where plumbing stacks run, how drainage connects, and what limitations exist around noise, waste removal and access. Careful planning reduces delays and avoids unnecessary complications once the renovation is underway.

Easy online booking with instant confirmation

Same-day or 24-hour quotes in most cases

Personalised recommendations based on your needs

Understanding strata requirements

Renovations are planned to align with strata and body corporate expectations.

Understanding strata requirements

Renovations are planned to align with strata and body corporate expectations.

Understanding strata requirements

Renovations are planned to align with strata and body corporate expectations.

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Managing access and logistics

Tight hallways, lifts and stairwells require careful coordination of materials and waste.

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Managing access and logistics

Tight hallways, lifts and stairwells require careful coordination of materials and waste.

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Managing access and logistics

Tight hallways, lifts and stairwells require careful coordination of materials and waste.

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Protecting shared areas

We take care to minimise disruption and avoid damage to common property.

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Protecting shared areas

We take care to minimise disruption and avoid damage to common property.

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Protecting shared areas

We take care to minimise disruption and avoid damage to common property.

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Layout Solutions for Compact Apartment Bathrooms

Space is usually the biggest challenge in apartment bathroom renovations. The goal is not to cram more in, but to make better use of what is already there. We focus on improving movement, reducing visual clutter and selecting fixtures that suit the scale of the room.


In many cases, switching from a shower over bath to a walk in shower instantly improves usability. Wall hung vanities can free up floor space and make cleaning easier. Door placement is also important, as poorly positioned doors can waste valuable room.

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Improved movement within tight spaces

Layouts are adjusted to make everyday use feel less restricted.

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Improved movement within tight spaces

Layouts are adjusted to make everyday use feel less restricted.

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Improved movement within tight spaces

Layouts are adjusted to make everyday use feel less restricted.

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Space efficient fixtures

Fixtures are selected to suit compact rooms without compromising comfort.

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Space efficient fixtures

Fixtures are selected to suit compact rooms without compromising comfort.

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Space efficient fixtures

Fixtures are selected to suit compact rooms without compromising comfort.

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Better door and entry planning

Door swings and access points are considered to maximise usable space.

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Better door and entry planning

Door swings and access points are considered to maximise usable space.

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Better door and entry planning

Door swings and access points are considered to maximise usable space.

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Construction Quality That Protects You and the Building

In apartment bathrooms, construction quality matters even more because failures can affect multiple properties. Waterproofing, drainage and plumbing must be done correctly the first time. There is no margin for shortcuts.


We ensure waterproofing systems are compliant, drainage falls are correct and plumbing connections are secure. Ventilation is also addressed, as poor airflow is a common cause of mould and moisture issues in apartment bathrooms.


Renovating properly reduces the risk of future leaks, strata disputes and costly repairs.

Waterproofing done to current standards

Correct installation protects both your unit and surrounding apartments.

Waterproofing done to current standards

Correct installation protects both your unit and surrounding apartments.

Waterproofing done to current standards

Correct installation protects both your unit and surrounding apartments.

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Drainage designed for apartment systems

Drainage is planned to suit shared plumbing infrastructure.

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Drainage designed for apartment systems

Drainage is planned to suit shared plumbing infrastructure.

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Drainage designed for apartment systems

Drainage is planned to suit shared plumbing infrastructure.

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Ventilation that manages moisture

Improved airflow helps keep the bathroom healthier and easier to maintain.

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Ventilation that manages moisture

Improved airflow helps keep the bathroom healthier and easier to maintain.

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Ventilation that manages moisture

Improved airflow helps keep the bathroom healthier and easier to maintain.

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Clear Timeframes and a Controlled Renovation Process

Apartment bathroom renovations require careful scheduling. A standard renovation with reasonable access typically takes around three weeks. However, factors such as restricted access times, lift availability or additional strata requirements can extend the timeline.


Once your renovation is booked, we provide a project management schedule outlining each stage. This gives you clarity and allows you to plan around the renovation, particularly if the apartment is occupied during the works.

Custom layouts designed for your specific space

Solutions that balance usability, storage and style

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Three week typical timeframe

Most apartment bathroom renovations are completed within this period.

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Three week typical timeframe

Most apartment bathroom renovations are completed within this period.

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Three week typical timeframe

Most apartment bathroom renovations are completed within this period.

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Extended timelines for access limitations

Restricted access or building rules can add time and are planned upfront.

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Extended timelines for access limitations

Restricted access or building rules can add time and are planned upfront.

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Extended timelines for access limitations

Restricted access or building rules can add time and are planned upfront.

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Clear communication throughout

You receive regular updates and clear expectations from start to finish.

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Clear communication throughout

You receive regular updates and clear expectations from start to finish.

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Clear communication throughout

You receive regular updates and clear expectations from start to finish.

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FAQs Apartment and Unit Bathroom Renovations

Can apartment bathrooms really be renovated without causing issues for neighbours?

Yes, provided the renovation is planned properly. The key is understanding the building layout, shared services and access restrictions before work starts. This reduces the risk of disruption and avoids problems during the build.

Can apartment bathrooms really be renovated without causing issues for neighbours?

Yes, provided the renovation is planned properly. The key is understanding the building layout, shared services and access restrictions before work starts. This reduces the risk of disruption and avoids problems during the build.

Can apartment bathrooms really be renovated without causing issues for neighbours?

Yes, provided the renovation is planned properly. The key is understanding the building layout, shared services and access restrictions before work starts. This reduces the risk of disruption and avoids problems during the build.

What usually goes wrong in apartment bathroom renovations?

The most common issues come from poor waterproofing, incorrect drainage and lack of planning around building constraints. These problems often lead to leaks that affect other units, which is why doing the renovation properly matters.

What usually goes wrong in apartment bathroom renovations?

The most common issues come from poor waterproofing, incorrect drainage and lack of planning around building constraints. These problems often lead to leaks that affect other units, which is why doing the renovation properly matters.

What usually goes wrong in apartment bathroom renovations?

The most common issues come from poor waterproofing, incorrect drainage and lack of planning around building constraints. These problems often lead to leaks that affect other units, which is why doing the renovation properly matters.

Do strata rules affect what I can renovate?

They can. Strata rules may impact waterproofing requirements, noise times, access and waste removal. These factors are considered during planning so there are no surprises.

Do strata rules affect what I can renovate?

They can. Strata rules may impact waterproofing requirements, noise times, access and waste removal. These factors are considered during planning so there are no surprises.

Do strata rules affect what I can renovate?

They can. Strata rules may impact waterproofing requirements, noise times, access and waste removal. These factors are considered during planning so there are no surprises.

How do you reduce the risk of leaks in apartments?

By using compliant waterproofing systems, ensuring correct falls to drains, and testing the installation before finishes are completed.

How do you reduce the risk of leaks in apartments?

By using compliant waterproofing systems, ensuring correct falls to drains, and testing the installation before finishes are completed.

How do you reduce the risk of leaks in apartments?

By using compliant waterproofing systems, ensuring correct falls to drains, and testing the installation before finishes are completed.

Can a small apartment bathroom feel more comfortable after renovation?

Yes. With the right layout and fixture selection, many apartment bathrooms feel far easier to use and maintain after renovation.

Can a small apartment bathroom feel more comfortable after renovation?

Yes. With the right layout and fixture selection, many apartment bathrooms feel far easier to use and maintain after renovation.

Can a small apartment bathroom feel more comfortable after renovation?

Yes. With the right layout and fixture selection, many apartment bathrooms feel far easier to use and maintain after renovation.

How long should I expect the renovation to take?

Most apartment bathroom renovations take around three weeks. If access or building constraints apply, the timeline may extend slightly and this is explained upfront.

How long should I expect the renovation to take?

Most apartment bathroom renovations take around three weeks. If access or building constraints apply, the timeline may extend slightly and this is explained upfront.

How long should I expect the renovation to take?

Most apartment bathroom renovations take around three weeks. If access or building constraints apply, the timeline may extend slightly and this is explained upfront.

Contact Gold Star Bathrooms - Your Friendly Local Bathroom Renovation Specialists

If you are planning an apartment or unit bathroom renovation in Brisbane, Gold Star Bathrooms can guide you through the process with experience, care and clear communication. We understand the challenges of multi residential buildings and deliver bathrooms that are built properly and designed to last.

Contact Gold Star Bathrooms - Your Friendly Local Bathroom Renovation Specialists

If you are planning an apartment or unit bathroom renovation in Brisbane, Gold Star Bathrooms can guide you through the process with experience, care and clear communication. We understand the challenges of multi residential buildings and deliver bathrooms that are built properly and designed to last.

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