Millwood Founder

Meet Ben McDermott, founder of Millwood Homes.

Ben’s love of carpentry started with a genuine respect for the trade. For him, building is not just about putting a house together. It is about care, precision, problem-solving and taking pride in work that will be lived in for generations.

Over the past decade, Ben has worked across a wide range of residential and commercial building projects, leading teams of skilled tradespeople and developing a strong understanding of both practical construction and fine detail.

Through Millwood Homes, Ben is focused on creating high-quality homes with character, warmth and long-term value. His work draws on a love of traditional building, period homes, architectural detail and natural materials, while also embracing better building systems, thoughtful project management and more sustainable ways to build.

Ben is also passionate about lifting the standard of the building industry through knowledge-sharing, mentoring and stronger systems behind the scenes. From accurate quoting to project planning and communication, he believes a well-built home starts long before construction begins. It starts with clear thinking, careful preparation and a team that takes pride in doing things properly.

Looking ahead, Ben is focused on crafting traditional homes with lasting character, alongside high-performance builds shaped by Passive House design principles. It reflects his broader approach to building: combining craftsmanship, comfort, environmental sustainability and long-term efficiency without losing the warmth and individuality of a well-designed home.

Based in North East Victoria, Ben wants Millwood Homes to be the builder of choice for clients seeking something beyond the standard project home. Whether it is a refined period-style home, a distinctive architectural build or a more sustainable home designed for the future, his aim is to deliver homes that feel considered, personal and built to last.

At the heart of Millwood Homes is a simple belief: good building comes from good relationships. Ben values clear communication, honest advice and a collaborative approach with clients, trades and designers. His goal is to create homes where families can slow down, connect and enjoy the everyday moments that matter.