SM building
Since our start in 2010, SM Building has advocated for high-quality and sustainable building in northeast Tasmania. Our foundation is built on a simple yet powerful commitment: to construct homes that are as beneficial for the environment as they are for the people living in them.
We’re a small, family-run crew, and that’s exactly how we like it. It means we offer the kind of personal service that can get lost in the shuffle with larger companies while ensuring that every home is not just built but crafted with precision, passion, and a deep commitment to sustainability and comfort.
Our specialty? Passive houses and high-performance, energy-efficient homes. Why? Because we think your home should be your sanctuary—cost-effective to run, comfortable to live in, and doing its bit for the environment. As proud active members of the Australian Passive House Association and Master Builders Association, we’re not just talking the talk; we’re walking the walk, embedding ourselves in this new charge for homes to be built smart from the ground up.
Building sustainable homes isn’t just a job for us; it’s what we believe in. It’s about making sure the next generation has a planet worth inheriting. And that starts with homes that are as good for the earth as they are for you, especially here in our home state of Tasmania.
How We Work
Here’s the deal: we’re here to make building your dream home straightforward and stress-free, whether you’re sketching initial ideas or ready to break ground. No beating around the bush, just a clear, personal service that’s tailored to what you need. We believe in building relationships as sturdy as our constructions and ensuring a seamless process to completion.
Keen to know more? Let’s start a conversation about our specialties, how we can make building your dream home a breeze, and what we offer.
The Team
Sam Mathew
Founder/Operator
Jack Venn
Apprentice
At the core of SM Building is a dedicated duo: Sam Mathew, our founder/operator, and apprentice Jack Venn. Supported by a crew of skilled subcontractors, our small team is committed to delivering top-notch homes that not only meet our high standards but smash them out of the park. Our small team is humbled by the incredible support of our family and our partners, who encourage us to be at our best and strive to make a difference day-to-day. Meet the individuals who make it all happen and discover how we’re passionate about making a difference, one home at a time.