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WATCH THIS space, see what we can do for a standout but integrated ElfoLift installation. When you are designing or renovating to create the home of your dreams – talk to one of our experienced sales and design consultants – we have a huge amount of experience to...

THIS NEW build proved to be a great foundation for Lift Shop to install a 2 stop 1000mm deep  x 1350mm wide ElfoLift. The lift was installed into a shaft by the builder, which was fitted with black marble coupled with the warmth of timber cladding at each landing...

THIS BEACHSIDE property located in Maroochydore with superb ocean views was developed with three separate homes. After working closely with the clients, Lift Shop provided an Elfo Lift for each property. The main house at the front of the block was the standout for...

THIS LUXURIOUS home located in Sanctuary Cove has had no expense spared. To complete this high end vision, the owners wanted a lift to service the different levels of this home. After close consultation with the owners Lift Shop supplied a 3 stop 300kg ElfoLift. The...

WHEN OUR imaginative client said he wanted to renovate his home to reflect a style of décor from his original Ireland, he wanted a product that could be easily adapted and customised to achieve this. Once he started talking to our sales and design team based in...

THIS VICTORIAN Regency townhouse located in Sydney’s The Rocks underwent a major restoration and renovation during 2013. Due to its heritage listed façade and carriageway, the works undertaken needed to be in keeping and sympathetic to the original features of the...

LIFT SHOP and the experienced architecture and design team from Xpace, the owners and builder worked together on this magnificent Eastern Suburbs property with views over the Harbour all the way to the Bridge. The overall brief for the lift was simple - functional (to...

OUR EVER popular finishes of Similinox skinplate walls with polished stainless steel profiles continues to be the go to selection for discerning homeowners wanting a sophisticated and stylish appearance for their lift. In this new home in Perth’s City Beach,  these...

FOR THIS opulent new home on the Gold Coast, the owners wanted their ElfoLift to be a standout feature as well as providing practical access to all three levels. From the landings, a stone surround was provided to frame the powdercoated black doors with etched neutral...

SITTING ON a large sloping block of riverside land in Brisbane’s Kenmore, the home design matched the contours of the land and as such, several levels were created. To future proof the home to accommodate these levels, the Italian lift of choice, the ElfoLift was...

THE ARCHITECT owner’s vision for this factory conversion in Melbourne’s Carlton was colourful to say the least. Whilst keeping many of the original simple factory lines, the void inside the centrally located stairwell accessing 4 levels was also the perfect location...

IN THIS prestigious new townhouse development in Eaglemont, Lift Shop supplied 13 ElfoLift’s. Specifications were: 300kg load capacity, 0.3m/s speed, 1000mm wide x 1240mm deep cabins, single opening (one was adjacent entry), standard 2100mm cabin height with white...

ALTHOUGH THERE was only a very small available space in this existing home, high end quality was of critical importance for the owners of this property and that’s exactly what they achieved. Keeping these needs in mind, Lift Shop supplied an ElfoLift that proved that...

NO DESIGN elements were missed in this new build with every detail of this house striving for luxury and perfection. The owners of this property were after a lift that would meet these needs while providing a practical access solution. Working closely with both the...

FOR THIS property situated in the exclusive suburb of Mosman, Architect Susan Rothwell was after a through car lift that would travel 5 floors whilst meeting the client’s design needs. After close collaboration between all parties Lift Shop provided a 1050mm wide x...

WHEN YOU are thinking of moving because of the stairs – talk to us first, you will be surprised at how affordable a lift is compared to the alternative relocation costs and lifestyle changes. To view the drawings for this lift please click here [EVgallery...

WATCH THE progress from the beginning all the way through to the end for the preparation and installation of a 3 stop single entry Elfo into an existing home. Our experienced teams in both sales/design and installations/operations are happy to provide guidance all the...

THE COLLABORATION again between Lift Shop and Belle Design Group resulted in a classic styled modern inclusion to this beautiful Eastern Suburbs property. To allow for maximum custom finishing, we supplied a basic 1120mm wide x 1150mm deep Elfo cabin with running gear...

KRSLOVIC HOMES was one of the many high end builders to establish a new display home at the latest Homeworld Exhibition Village at Kellyville. Understanding the growing trend that home lifts has become, Krslovic Homes felt that it was essential that their new display...

WITH A focus on modern seamless lines, the inclusion of the ElfoLift and frameless glass shaft provides a stunning WOW FACTOR to this new home in Sydney. To view the drawings for this lift please click here

THE PRACTICAL design of this new home in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs included a centrally located lift with wrap around timber staircase. To match the decor of the home, white aluminium landing doors with milk glass were chosen as a perfect match. Keeping with the...

IN ANOTHER stunning Pittwater setting, Lift Shop's ElfoLift has been dressed for success. The initial welcoming impact - high gloss black steel doors with panoramic glass panels. Inside the car - white timber panelling to match the walls of the home, profiles clad in...

WHEN METRICON Builders went looking for the perfect lift for a brand new residence in Sydney's North Shore/Lane Cove region they stopped when they found our ElfoLift. With an architectural emphasis on clean modern lines, including a one glass sided shaft wall with...

AS FEATURED on Better Homes and Gardens. The team at Lift Shop were excited to be involved in this unique design project, dubbed “The Hive Graffiti Apartments”. This project is the first in a series of Hip Hop buildings designed by ITN Architects in conjunction with...

WHEN LIFT SHOP was approached to design a lift for this Melbourne apartment, we jumped at the opportunity to contribute to this impressive home. With floor to ceiling windows overlooking the ocean this residence is clearly in a league of its own and presented Lift...

THIS CLASSY yet welcoming property proved to be the perfect setting for one of our popular Elfo lifts. The design of this lift stayed true to the simple and elegant design of the 3 story property which boasts impressive views of Parramatta River. With a custom...

THE OWNERS of this Lugarno home set out to ensure their newly retrofitted ElfoLift was one of a kind. Customising almost every aspect of their new lift, the finished product features white powder coated steels shaft and landing doors, and a rear glass wall to provide...

THE USE of crisp white paint, timber accents and tiled floors have created a perfect palette for this new home's ElfoLift. With four-stops and an opposite through car, the lift features a solid door on all levels, except for the main living area where an anodised...

ELEGANTLY DESGUISED within the crisp white walls of this classic Toorak home is a three-stop ElfoLift, but you might never know it's there. The adjacent through-car model features plain steel doors clad in timber veneer and handles that blend in perfectly with the...

FRESH AND modern meets true sophistication with the installation of a three-stop ElfoLift in this contemporary New Farm, Brisbane, home. With a single opening and powdercoated steel doors, this eye-catching ElfoLift installation features clear panoramic glass,...

THE USE of beautiful natural stone, mirrored walls and ceiling lights were cleverly combined to create a simply stunning, customised ElfoLift to suit this spacious and contemporary entertainer's home. This three-stop, single entry ElfoLift feautres anodised alumimium...

PERHAPS ONE of Lift Shop’s most unique residential installations, this three-stop, adjacent through-car ElfoLift represents the ultimate in customised lift styling. Designed to a very specific customer brief, the cabin doors were designed to look just like an...

THE ADDITION of an ElfoLift gave way to a clever design feature to complete the modern extension on this older style Victorian home in Fitzroy. Installing a three-stop ElfoLift encased in a galvanised shaft with corrugated galvanised cladding, created a truly...

PROVING IT'S possible to create a lift that is as individual as you are, the owners of a contemporary Queensland home installed an ElfoLift like no other, and one that is a definite stand-out design feature of the three-level home. With a painted red shaft, brushed...

NO EXPENSE was spared when it came to the fixtures and finishes for this Melbourne new build, from benchtops and flooring to light fittings and a Lift Shop lift. Adding to the grandeur of this four-level formal home, an ElfoLift elegantly completes the fit-out with a...

A LOVE of their Greek heritage inspired the owners of a two-level apartment to recreate Mediterranean island life right at home in Sydney. Requiring private, secure access to their apartment from the lower, commercial level of the building, Lift Shop's ElfoLift was...

WHEN THE discerning owners of this new waterfront home wanted the best, they turned to Lift Shop for a state-of-the-art ElfoLift that could be tailored to complement the classic style and sophistication of their home's design and finishes. Operating between two...

WHEN THE owners of this comfortable family home wanted to join their four half floors with the convenience of a lift, only Lift Shop was able to design and install a suitable lift to specifically fit the area available. With a cabin measuring 800mm by 1150mm, the...

THE ARCHITECTS behind this brand new Sydney home created a distinctive facade with ElfoLift as the star. Servicing three levels of the house over nearly 11 metres, this customized ElfoLift is encased in a glass shaft, which sits as a striking design feature and...

TOTAL STYLE and sophistication was the brief for this new home, designed by SJB Architects. After experiencing the impressive performance of the ElfoLift in their coastal holiday home, the owners weren't going to settle for anything less than Lift Shop for their new...

CHOSEN FOR this new build project by the highly-regarded ROTHWELL ARCHITECTS for its unlimited customisation capabilities, Lift Shop's ElfoLift delivers absolute convenience while complementing the classic French provincial style of this impressive four-level home....

Just like Fred Flinstone loves the beauty and texture of sandstone, so too did the owners of this beautiful new home in Sydney's inner west. They wanted to be able to look through the glass landing doors and make the inside of the shaft a feature rather than just a...

The property developer at Port Melbourne liked our ElfoLift so much, he bought 8 of them. The homes that he developed were tall and narrow in a premium location. Each home is 5 stories high, and on the roof, a spa bath and the all important BBQ. A five story house is...

THANKS TO very clever thinking by one of Australia's leading quality builders, Seidler Homes, a Melbourne luxury home specialist, Lifts were incorporated into this wonderful development on Beach St at Port Melbourne. Overlooking the bay, these homes are truly...

WHEN A property is only 5.5m wide and 12 meters tall with lots of steep stairs, a skinny and quiet lift was required. The client selected the Elfo with a custom 850 (w) x 1200 (d) cabin which fitted nicely into a shaft that is only 1000mm wide. The clients are in the...

MRS MCCULLOUGH needs reliability and quality, it is why she carefully considered all lift companies before selecting us. The remote location of her home meant that a solid, reliable machine is required. Budget was not the consideration in this important project. Now...

THIS GEORGEOUS custom designed house was built by one of Sydneys leading and most respected Architects. This house featured in the Sydney Morning Herald weekend edition as a feature home and the lift was mentioned as the key to having the living areas elevated for the...

AT 10.5M above the garage level, this house effectively has its living space and kitchen almost 5 floors up. Nobody would want to carry groceries that far. Whilst the house is on a steep site, the 3 level lift makes it effectively one single space without stairway...

THIS ELEVATED site in one of Sydneys most prestigious streets, was the perfect opportunity to implement what is often thought of as a crazy idea. A long tunnel under the garden, leads to a 2 level right angle through car lift. This retrofit lift forms a private and...

THIS STATELY terrace home in Albert Park has been lovingly updated and modernised over the years whilst still keeping its original charm. The only thing lacking however has been easier access between the two main levels of the home. Fortunately the rear of the home...

WITH A meticulous attention to detail, the level of thought and planning to every aspect of this beautiful home on Main Beach makes it stand out from the crowd. With a Hamptons flavoured influence throughout the home, the end result is nothing short of stunning and...

A NEW 3 level luxury home  was designed for both beauty and practicality. To meet this brief, it was only natural that a 350kg (771lbs) ElfoLift 2 was included. The finishes selected were two piece brushed stainless steel landing and cabin doors and matching corner...

IN THIS recent installation in LA’s Beverly Hills, our Elfo 2 residential elevator sat loud and proud amidst what can only be called OPULENCE 9 bedrooms, 13 baths, 2 offices, 2 guest houses, covered upper and lower living room loggias and 8 car garage.  For this...

IN YET another riverside location, Elevator Boutique installed a three level Elfo 2 home elevator and powdercoated steel and glass shaft. The specifications were as follows: shaft in powdercoat steel RAL 9006 with tinted glass cladding, landing and cabin doors in...

THE CONVERSION of this heritage building  into two apartments proved to be a unique project. After close collaboration with the architect and builder, Elevator Boutique provided a 3 stop Elfo 2 and bones only shaft with fire rated landing doors. With design being an...

WHEN THE new owners purchased this property, an elevator shaft had already been constructed by previous owners. They therefore needed a flexible elevator option  that would be suitable for this shaft. Although our full range was considered – all our elevators are...

A MAIN focus in the construction of this new 4 level home was the centrally located frameless glass shaft and home elevator. Working very closely with our sales and installations teams to get precision measurements, the end result was a stunning center piece that...

IN THIS riverside property, the owner doctor wanted to modify his house to allow dual family living with minimum of fuss. The solution was the ever popular Elfo 2 with an opposite through car layout in our “bones only” structural steel shaft. This shaft allowed for...

WITH A track record of 4 lifts already installed for this builder, he didn’t need to look any further when it came to the renovation of this heritage listed terrace in Balmain. A dominant theme of black and white in the home was also carried through to the lift car...

WHEN ELEVATOR BOUTIQUE was approached at the very beginning of the design stage for a proposed development being planned at the top of a hill, it was clear that there were many access issues to be accommodated. Working with the designers, developers and builders, we...