Exceptional, elegant homes and an unmatched building experience, executed with precision – every time.
Who we are.
Mathieu Builder is one of Melbourne’s leading designers and builders, specialising in high-end residential properties.
We offer an integrated design and construction service from concept to completion, however this looks to you.
We’re committed to creating homes that are not only beautiful and sustainably built, but also thoughtfully tailored to reflect your legacy.
What we do.
We combine modern technology, including 3D CAD modelling, with traditional craftsmanship knowledge and three decades of experience. Whatever the job, we deliver quality workmanship and expert attention to detail.
From Melbourne's Eastern Suburbs to the Mornington Peninsula, we’ve delivered countless projects, from luxury residences to eco-friendly portable homes.
Our vision for a sustainable future drives us. And this is reflected in our work: building with purpose, innovation, care, and a commitment to creating beautiful homes that last.
What you get.
Building needn’t be stressful.
By offering both design and construction services, we create a seamless experience centred around your goals, budget and expectations.
Whatever your vision, we can make it happen. We keep asking the right questions until your legacy vision appears, and then we’ll make it a reality.
“I was impressed with Mathieu from the start. He knows his stuff, including computations and building regulations. Whenever problems came up, or I wanted to make changes, he went back to the drawing board and always found a way to make it possible.”
– Cosimo Piro
Built on Trust
We believe every build deserves our best craftsmanship – every time.
In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, the traditional values of trade – deep knowledge, genuine passion, pride in craftsmanship – are becoming rare.
We’re also honest about what we see far too often: homes that look nice but don’t work well. Disconnected materials. Awkward layouts. Design choices that don’t age gracefully.
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At Mathieu Builder, everything is questioned and refined. The result is a home that functions properly, looks balanced, and stands the test of time.
Something you can be proud to leave behind.
We combine the old and the new, combining time-honoured building principles with modern tools and technology such as 3D CAD modelling. This ensures every project is delivered with precision and quality.
It also helps you stay connected to the build. Seeing your home take shape on screen gives you clarity and confidence. You understand the decisions being made and the role you play in them.
It also means fewer unknowns. With the house fully resolved on the computer before we build, there are no surprises on site when we build it.
That energy, craft and pride sets us apart.
We’re a team of straight talkers
We’re open, honest and practical. We listen, own mistakes when they happen, and don’t avoid difficult conversations. That honesty keeps everyone aligned and your project moving forward.
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You can rely on us to work hard and deliver what we promise. Our process is smooth, transparent and stress-free, so you can focus on the joy of building your legacy home.
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We are committed to building high-performance, thermally comfortable eco-homes that last. We incorporate biomaterials to reduce our carbon footprint and stay at the forefront of sustainable building systems and technologies. We’re constantly testing and refining how we build, because there are always better ways to do things.
Ready to build your legacy home?
Mathieu Gervais
Owner and Master Carpenter
With more than 30 years of hands-on experience as a carpenter, Mathieu is dedicated to crafting high-performance, eco-friendly homes. His passion for sustainable design and exceptional quality drives everything he does.
Mathieu has consistently set the gold standard of craftsmanship, bringing care and precision to every project. Drawing on his background in prefab construction, Mathieu leverages advanced 3D modelling to plan every detail before a single board is laid.
Having worked on some of the most luxurious high-end projects in Europe and US, not to mention bespoke eco-friendly builds all over the world, Mathieu combines world-class expertise with the values of a trusted local builder. His commitment remains the same as it was on his very first job.
Leading a skilled team, Mathieu starts each day early and focused, ensuring progress you can see and quality you can trust.
“Mathieu’s truly unique – there’s something special about him. His drive is directly associated with your project, and societal constraints are secondary to this. This shows in his work, and that’s what drew me to him.”
– Alex Slater
Ready to build your legacy home?