Southern Lifts Pty Ltd

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Terrence Kuzakov, Managing Director

Victoria. With more than 20 years in business, we have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, reliable, and innovative lift solutions tailored specifically for residential homes. Our long-standing presence in the industry reflects our commitment to safety, craftsmanship and personalised customer service. We specialise in home lifts, with a particular focus on modern, battery-driven residential lifts that offer flexibility, efficiency and peace of mind. Battery-driven technology allows our lifts to operate smoothly during power outages, making them an ideal solution for families planning for accessibility, ageing in place, or future-proofing their homes. Every lift we deliver is carefully designed to suit the unique needs, space and style of each home. At Southern Lifts, we manage the entire journey from initial consultation and design, through to installation and ongoing servicing. Our experienced team works closely with homeowners, builders, developers and architects to ensure each project is completed to the highest standard, on time and with minimal disruption.

Recent Highlights

We are also proud to introduce our new showroom in Braeside, where clients can experience our home lift solutions firsthand. The showroom provides an opportunity to explore design options, understand the technology behind our lifts, and speak directly with our knowledgeable team in a relaxed, welcoming environment.

Looking Ahead

Capitalising on the predicted industry demand for residential lifts as outlined below, Southern Lifts will be able to showcase their decades of experience and demonstrate their commitment to customer care, utilising the new Braeside showroom experience to further their growth in the Victorian market.

Industry Insight

The residential lift sector in Victoria continues to demonstrate steady growth, driven by demographic change, evolving housing design, and increasing awareness of accessibility and long-term livability in residential buildings.

Drawing on ABS population data, Infrastructure Australia housing outlooks, NCC accessibility considerations and Australian lift industry experience, demand for home lifts is estimated to be growing at approximately 7–10% per annum. While publicly available data on residential lift installations is limited, Victoria remains one of the strongest contributors to national residential lift demand, alongside New South Wales.

Key Drivers of Growth

Several structural factors are supporting this sustained demand:

An ageing population and strong preference for ageing in place, increasing demand for lift retrofits in existing homes.
Continued growth in multi-storey residential construction, particularly townhouses and architect-designed dwellings across metropolitan Melbourne and key regional centres.
Rising awareness of accessibility and inclusive design, even where lifts are not mandated under the NCC for detached housing.
Shifting consumer expectations, with residential lifts increasingly viewed as lifestyle and value-enhancing features rather than solely mobility aids.
These trends are influencing greater uptake across a range of technologies, including hydraulic, electric and compact pit-less systems, as well as lifts designed for early integration in new builds or minimal structural disruption in retrofit applications.

Implications for the Lift Industry

From an industry perspective, the residential market presents distinct challenges and opportunities. Residential clients typically have limited familiarity with lift standards, safety requirements, and maintenance obligations, placing greater emphasis on clear communication, compliance assurance, and whole-of-life support.

There is also an increasing expectation for lift providers to work collaboratively with architects, builders and designers to deliver solutions that balance footprint constraints, aesthetics, performance and regulatory compliance. This reflects a broader shift within the sector away from purely transactional supply toward more integrated, advisory-based service models.

At Southern Lifts, we continue to see strong demand for customised residential solutions, supported by comprehensive design input and long-term servicing arrangements. This aligns with an industry-wide move toward greater accountability for reliability, safety and customer education throughout the life of the lift.

Outlook As Victoria’s housing stock continues to evolve toward greater density and longer occupancy horizons, residential lifts are likely to become a more common consideration in both new construction and significant renovations. For lift companies, sustainable growth in this segment will depend on maintaining high technical standards, adapting products to residential environments, and reinforcing the importance of ongoing maintenance and compliance. Southern Lifts remains committed to supporting the residential lift market through well-engineered, compliant solutions and active engagement with industry peers as this segment continues to mature.

Your AAVT Membership

Southern Lifts has been a proud member of AAVT for the past four years, and the association has become an essential part of how we engage with and understand the Australian lift industry. AAVT plays a vital role in keeping members informed of technical updates, regulatory changes and evolving industry standards, particularly in an environment where compliance expectations and technologies continue to change. The technical bulletins, guidance material and access to shared industry knowledge have proven invaluable in supporting informed decision-making across design, installation, servicing and maintenance activities. Equally important is AAVT’s role as a trusted industry voice, providing clarity and consistency on matters that impact lift companies nationally. The association’s commitment to collaboration between manufacturers, suppliers, consultants and contractors strengthens the overall professionalism and safety outcomes of the industry. For Southern Lifts, AAVT membership supports our commitment to delivering compliant, well-engineered and future-focused lift solutions, while ensuring our team remains aligned with best practice and emerging trends. The opportunities for professional development, networking and peer engagement further enhance our understanding of industry challenges and opportunities. AAVT continues to be a critical resource for Southern Lifts and an important contributor to the ongoing development of Australia’s lift industry.

Website & Contact Information

Website: https://www.southernlifts.com.au/