Builder and carpenter, Coffs Harbour. Without limits.

Carpentry, renovations and residential building across the Coffs Coast, led by licensed builder Josh Donnelly. Considered work, priced openly, finished properly.

Lic. 258422C NSW 17+ yrs on the tools Coffs Harbour based Licensed & insured

Quality craftsmanship.
Attention to every detail.

Quality workmanship starts with understanding the detail. Josh brings a thorough, considered approach to every project, combining precise preparation with practical problem-solving.

When a challenge arises, he takes the time to understand the cause, explore the options and develop a lasting solution. That persistence carries through every stage of the work, from resolving complex construction details to getting the finish right.


Scope of work

Considered projects. Quality workmanship.

From detailed carpentry to residential renovations and commercial fit-outs, we work with clients who care as much about the finish as we do.

A carpenter cutting a timber joint with a domino jointer at a workbench

Carpentry & detailed joinery

Structural and finish carpentry, exposed timber framing, decks, feature ceilings, stairs and built-in joinery. The detail work that sets a home apart, measured and set out properly before anything is cut.

Typical work
Feature carpentry · Decks & pergolas · Fit-off

A second storey addition with weatherboard cladding and a balcony

Renovations & extensions

Whole-home renovations, second storey additions, kitchens, bathrooms and outdoor living. We work through the existing structure carefully, resolve what we find, and keep you informed along the way.

Typical work
Second storeys · Kitchens & bathrooms · Alfresco

A single storey home with a Colorbond roof and a stone feature wall

New homes & residential building

New builds from slab to handover, plus selected commercial fit-outs. A licensed builder on site, a clear program, and trades who have worked with Josh for years across the Coffs Coast.

Typical work
New homes · Residential building · Fit-outs

Deliberately selective. We take on a select number of projects, working with clients who value thoughtful solutions and quality workmanship. This allows Josh to stay personally involved and give every detail the attention it deserves.

How a project runs

Certainty, from first call to handover.

Every Boundless project follows the same four steps, so you always know where things stand.

The conversation

A site visit and an honest read on your drawings, budget and timeline before anyone commits to anything. If it is not the right fit, Josh will tell you.

The proposal

A detailed, fixed-price proposal with inclusions spelled out line by line. No vague allowances hiding surprises for month three.

The build

Josh on site, regular progress updates with photos, and decisions raised early rather than sprung on you late.

Handover & beyond

A walkthrough held to a standard beyond the defect list, statutory warranties honoured properly, and a follow-up after you've lived in it.

An exposed hardwood post and beam junction clamped in place

Why it holds up

The details you'll never see are the ones that last.

The work you don't see deserves the same care as the finishes you do. We take the time to get it right at every stage, so you can feel confident in the quality of your home long after the work is complete.

The calibre

The standard the work is held to.

Reference images showing the finishes and detail Josh builds to. Photographs of completed Boundless Homes projects are going up here shortly.

A solid timber staircase with a glass balustrade beside a stacked stone wall
Staircases · Timber & stone
A kitchen with white cabinetry, stone benchtops and blackbutt timber flooring
Kitchens · Joinery & stone
A bathroom with a freestanding copper bath, large format tiles and cedar window frames
Bathrooms · Copper & tile
A bathroom with a herringbone tiled feature wall, a lit niche and a frameless shower screen
Wet areas · Herringbone detail
A stacked stone feature wall with concealed LED lighting and a glass balustrade
Feature walls · Stone & light
A flyover patio with hardwood posts and insulated roof panels on a brick home
Outdoor living · Patios & alfresco
A raked timber-lined soffit ceiling over an alfresco area
Ceilings · Raked soffit lining

The Boundless Standard

Care in the work. Confidence in the process.

  • Careful planning

    We take the time to understand your priorities and work through the details early, so the scope, expectations and next steps are clear.

  • Practical problem-solving

    When something needs a closer look, we investigate it properly, explain the options and find a solution that suits your project.

  • Clear communication

    We keep you informed as work progresses and discuss decisions or changes with you, including any impact on cost and timing.

  • A thorough finish

    We check the completed work carefully and walk through it with you, making sure the final details are addressed and your questions are answered.

A hardwood beam joint being pared by hand with a chisel
Josh Donnelly, licensed builder and carpenter, owner of Boundless Homes in Coffs Harbour

The builder

Josh Donnelly

Josh is a licensed builder and carpenter who has lived on the Coffs Coast for most of his life and spent over 17 years working in the local building industry. During that time, he has worked with dozens of local tradespeople and building companies, developing broad experience and strong working relationships across the region.

He brings a thorough, practical approach to each project, with a particular strength in problem-solving. From working through challenging details to finding the right way to bring a client's ideas to life, he takes the time to understand the options and find a sound solution.

Through Boundless Homes, Josh specialises in residential building, from carpentry and renovations to new homes, while also taking on selected commercial fit-outs. He works closely with clients and stays personally involved throughout each project.

NSW Builder Licence 258422C
A raked timber-lined soffit ceiling over an alfresco area A flyover patio with hardwood posts and insulated roof panels on a brick home A timber house frame and roof trusses standing on a residential build site

Straight answers

Questions worth asking any builder.

Do you work with our architect or designer?

Preferably, yes. Josh is at his best building from considered documentation, and works closely with architects and designers from pricing through to the final detail. If you don't have one yet, he can recommend local designers suited to your project.

Fixed price or cost-plus?

Fixed price for defined scopes, with inclusions itemised so you can see exactly what you are paying for. Where a project carries real unknowns, such as structural work hidden in an older home, Josh will say so upfront and price that portion openly rather than bury it in a vague allowance.

Are you licensed and insured?

Yes. Boundless Homes operates under NSW Builder Licence 258422C, carries public liability insurance, and provides HBCF cover (icare Home Building Compensation) on residential work over $20,000, as required in NSW.

What size projects do you take on?

The focus is architectural renovations and extensions from around $250k, high-end interior detail work, and commercial fit-outs. Smaller projects are considered case-by-case where craftsmanship genuinely changes the outcome.

Where do you work?

Coffs Harbour and roughly 45 minutes around it, including Sawtell, Moonee Beach, Woolgoolga, Bellingen, Urunga and Nambucca Heads. Staying local is how Josh gets to spend his time on site rather than on the highway.

How far ahead are you booked?

Availability depends on the size and scope of your project. Get in touch to discuss what you have in mind and your preferred timing, and we can give you a realistic idea of when we could start.

Start a conversation

Tell Josh about the project.

Send through the basics and Josh will get back to you personally, usually within one business day.

Where to find us

2/15 Lawson Cres
Coffs Harbour NSW 2450
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Hours

Monday to Friday, 7am to 5pm
On site most days, so leave a message if it rings out.

Service area

  • Coffs Harbour
  • Sawtell
  • Moonee Beach
  • Woolgoolga
  • Bellingen
  • Urunga
  • Nambucca Heads

0466 659 378
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