Jamie Durie & Vergola® – As seen on Growing Home

We’re proud to partner with Jamie Durie on his most personal and ambitious project yet – the sustainable renovation of his waterfront family home in Avalon, featured on the 7Plus TV series, Growing Home with Jamie Durie.

As part of the transformation, Jamie selected a custom-designed Vergola® louvre roof system to bring comfort, control, and style to his waterfront outdoor space – a place close to his heart and central to his family’s lifestyle.

Across three featured segments, Growing Home showcases how Vergola’s Australian-made innovation blends design, durability, and smart technology to deliver year-round outdoor living.

From rapid installation, insulated louvres, to rain-sensing automation and remote-controlled comfort; this collaboration highlights everything that makes Vergola® the leading choice for functional, sustainable outdoor spaces.

🎥 Watch all three episodes below to see how Vergola® helped Jamie bring his vision to life.

Transform Your Outdoor Space with Vergola® | Aussie-Made Open Close louvre Roof Magic | Growing Home

In this episode of Growing Home with Jamie Durie, you’ll discover the innovative Vergola® – Australia’s leading open close outdoor roof and shading system designed to transform your outdoor living space. Jamie explains how Vergola® offers stylish, practical, and weather-resistant shelter that adapts to your lifestyle, giving you the perfect balance of sun and shade all year round. Manufactured right here in Sydney, the Vergola® combines high-quality materials and cutting-edge technology to provide durable, customisable shading solutions for patios, decks, and alfresco areas.

  • Fully open close roof system
  • Australian-designed and manufactured
  • Weatherproof and built to last
  • Enhances outdoor living and home value
  • Ideal for all seasons Whether you’re renovating your home or building your dream outdoor space, the Vergola is a smart, stylish, and sustainable choice - perfectly in line with Jamie Durie’s vision for modern, functional living.

Vergola® Insulated COLORBOND® Steel Open Close Louvre Roof & Auto Rain Sensors | Growing Home

Experience the difference with Vergola’s insulated COLORBOND® steel open close roof, proudly manufactured in Australia and engineered for superior durability and climate control. In this episode of Growing Home with Jamie Durie, discover why Vergola’s COLORBOND® steel roofing outperforms aluminium – keeping your outdoor space cooler in summer and warmer in winter. Jamie also showcases Vergola’s advanced smart features including automatic rain sensors that close the shutters to protect your outdoor area, and convenient remote control operation for effortless adjustment at the touch of a button.

  • Insulated Australian COLORBOND® steel roof for better temperature control
  • Automatic rain-sensing shutters for weather protection
  • Easy remote control operation
  • Built tough for Australian conditions
  • Stylish, durable, and energy-efficient Elevate your outdoor living space with a Vergola that blends smart technology, premium materials, and Australian craftsmanship - perfect for all seasons and lifestyles.

Vergola® Explained | Fast Install, Remote Controlled Louvres & Aussie Innovation with Jamie Durie

In this episode of Growing Home with Jamie Durie, Jamie takes a deep dive into the design and construction of his brand-new Vergola® system – a smart, stylish, and locally made louvred roofing solution that transforms outdoor spaces into year-round living areas. Jamie speaks with Paul Hinchey, Construction Manager at Vergola®, about the clever engineering behind the adjustable louvre system, which channels rainwater directly into the guttering system. Powered by a remote-controlled motor, the louvres open and close to allow complete control over light, shade, ventilation, and rain protection. Later, Jamie meets Peter Rust, General Manager of Vergola®, to explore how this innovative structure not only enhances comfort but also provides insulation, natural airflow, and energy efficiency. Best of all, Jamie’s custom Vergola® was installed in just 3 days, showcasing the speed and quality of Vergola’s installation team.

  • Motorised, remote-controlled louvres
  • Full control of light, shade & airflow
  • Rainwater catchment via integrated gutter system
  • Insulated for comfort in all seasons
  • Built in just 3 days by local Australian experts
  • Stylish and functional outdoor living upgrade See how a Vergola can redefine the way you use your outdoor space - sunshine, rain or anything in between.

Want to create your own functional, design-forward outdoor space?

Contact the team at Vergola NSW today.