About Vivo homes

Built For The Life You’re Building

1,000+ Projects Delivered

18+ Years of Experience

100% Fixed Priced Contracts

1 Point of Contact from Start to Finish

The Sydney builder homeowners trust for clarity before they commit.

People delay building for one reason: they’re not sure whom to trust with the project. They have done the research. Compared the builders. Saved the inspiration photos. Discussed the budget. Looked at what is possible. But the same question keeps coming up: whom can we trust to provide the right guidance for this project? That is why Vivo Homes exists. We help Sydney homeowners understand what is possible before they commit. Then we deliver what we said we would.

Before you commit, you’ll understand

Why Vivo Homes Exists

Vivo Homes aims to give homeowners what is often missing in the building industry.

Clear advice before the contract

Transparent pricing before construction

Consistent communication throughout

Director level accountability

For many homeowners, the biggest concern isn’t skill.
It’s trust.

You may have received a quote that surprised you, a builder who went silent, or a timeline that kept shifting. You felt like no one was sharing the whole story. Vivo Homes was built to offer a clearer way forward. We help you make an informed decision before we talk about construction.

Because building should feel exciting, not overwhelming.

Meet Bill and Sandra

Sandra and Bill are the people behind Vivo Homes. Together, they combine two critical parts of the building journey: approvals expertise and construction accountability.

Sandra and Bill met while tackling the same problem. She worked on fixing approval issues that had been lingering for months. Meanwhile, he dealt with builds where the numbers no longer matched the promise. Many “bad builder” stories they discussed focused on more than just construction — they were about no one being accountable for the whole picture, from the first sketch to the final coat of paint. So they decided to provide that accountability together.

“We made a rule early on: if we can’t explain a cost or a delay in one honest conversation, we haven’t done our job yet. Everything else at Vivo Homes is built around keeping that rule”

Sandra Hanna,
Approvals, feasibility, what you can build
Helps homeowners understand what they can build, guides them through the approval process, and outlines what to consider before starting.
Bill Hanna,
Construction quality, site accountability, delivery

Oversees construction quality, site accountability, and project delivery from the first trade on site to the final inspection.

You are not handed off from person to person.
You work with people who know your project.

Meet Sandra

Approvals Expertise From Day One

At the start of her career, Sandra saw a client’s dream design approved for construction. But the council later rejected it due to a site issue that should have been caught early on. The rework cost them four months and a redesign fee they never budgeted for. Sandra decided she would never let a client discover a problem again too late.

“Now I run the numbers before the concept gets exciting, not after. It’s a tough talk on day one, but it’s the only way to align a client’s budget with their vision.”

18 years navigating Sydney’s planning and approvals system.

Her role is to help homeowners understand the pathway before they commit. That includes:

The flood-prone block

A client’s block was flood-prone. Most builders would have missed it until it became someone else’s problem. Sandra noticed it during the assessment, recommended a survey and flood advice from the council, and ensured the design matched the actual site conditions before moving forward.

Fewer surprises. Fewer delays. More clarity before you commit.

Meet Bill

Hands-On Construction Accountability

Bill once arrived at a site during a project where the original builder had vanished, leaving subcontractors unsupervised for weeks. They signed off on work that should not have passed, and now a family faces the costs of fixing it. He decided then that “accountable” couldn’t mean putting your name on a contract — it had to mean being there. That experience shaped how Bill runs every site today.

“I’m on site enough that the crew expects me there. If something’s not right, I want to catch it before it’s poured, framed, or covered up.”

1,000+ residential projects delivered.

For Bill, good construction means delivering what was promised, holding the standard, and owning the outcome. He remains actively involved throughout the build to help ensure the work reflects what was agreed upon from the beginning.

Kirri Cook – Photographer

“I’ve photographed several of their properties. In this industry, many builders take shortcuts. Vivo Homes is the opposite. Nothing but the highest quality is good enough, and it shows in the finishes on every build. When I build my home, I’ll be looking nowhere else but Vivo Homes”

What Homeowners Notice Most

Clarity Creates Confidence.

“Vivo Homes was different from our first conversation. Sandra made the approval pathway clear. Bill stayed involved during the build. We always knew what was happening, who to speak to and what came next”

The Vivo Clarity Process

Five carefully managed steps. One accountable team. Complete transparency from start to finish.

1

Clarity Call ™
Understand your goals, property needs and options.

2

Clarity Plan ™
Identify approvals, feasibility and the smartest path forward.

3

Clarity Quote ™
Develop your design and provide transparent, itemised fixed pricing.

4

Clarity Build ™
Deliver your project with clear and proactive communication.

5

Clarity Care ™
Complete your build with a detailed handover, warranty, and ongoing aftercare.

More Than a Build.
A Decision That Shapes Your Future.

A home project is never about bricks, plans, and approvals. It affects how your family lives, how your property performs, and how much peace you have during the process.
CUSTOM HOMES
SYDNEY
A custom home designed around the way your family lives.
GRANNY FLATS
SYDNEY

Generate rental income or create space for family.

DUAL OCCUPANCY
SYDNEY

Maximise the value of your land.

RENOVATIONS
SYDNEY

Stay in the suburb you love.

Custom Homes Sydney
Your Vision. Built Without Compromise.
Granny Flats Sydney
Your Vision. Built Without Compromise.
Dual Occupancy Sydney
Your Vision. Built Without Compromise.
Renovations & Extensions Sydney
Your Vision. Built Without Compromise.

Different goals. Same standard.

Clear communication. Clear pricing. Full accountability.

The standard behind every project

We didn’t pick three words because they sounded good on a website. We chose them because homeowners said these values are the three things they always miss.

HONEST.

Most builders tell you what you want to hear before you sign, then tell you the truth after. You’ll hear the hard numbers from us before you sign — budget, timeline, and approval steps — not after.

PRESENT.

Present is a decision Bill and Sandra make on every project: they stay involved after the contract is signed, not just before. The people you meet in the first chat are the ones who give you the keys.

PROUD.

Every project carries our name after we’ve moved on to the next one. We’d rather lose a job than compromise on quality.

Credentials That Give You Confidence

Alongside Sandra and Bill’s hands-on involvement, Vivo Homes brings the licensing, industry knowledge and qualifications needed to help homeowners move forward with confidence.

HIA

Member

ACCREDITED PASSIVE HOME BUILDER
NSW FAIR TRADING LICENSED

Clear advice. Quality workmanship. Accountability from start to finish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Sandra and Bill lead Vivo Homes. They combine approval expertise with construction accountability in one place.
Vivo Homes gives homeowners one accountable team from the first conversation to handover. Sandra supports planning and approvals, while Bill oversees construction delivery. This helps create a clearer, more transparent building experience.

Yes. Sandra is involved in planning and approvals, while Bill is involved in construction delivery. The people you meet at the beginning stay connected to the project throughout the process.

Yes. Approvals are an important part of the Vivo Homes process. Sandra helps homeowners see what can be built. She explains the approval pathways that may apply. She also highlights key factors to consider before proceeding.

Yes. Vivo Homes is a licensed NSW builder.
Licence No. 326846C

Vivo Homes specialises in a variety of projects. They handle custom homes, granny flats, dual occupancy, renovations, and extensions.

Vivo Homes works across Sydney, with a strong focus on North-West Sydney, The Hills District and surrounding suburbs.

Start by booking a Clarity Call.
This gives you a clear understanding of what is possible before you commit.

Let's Talk About What's Possible.

Whether you’re considering a custom home, granny flat, dual occupancy or renovation, the first step isn’t signing a contract. It’s understanding what’s possible.
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Understand your block, budget and approval pathway before you commit to anything.
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