From Builder to Brand: The Story Behind The Notorious Collective

For 30 years, Bayview Renovations owner Dave has been building, renovating, and transforming homes across Australia. Over the last 7 years his very successful renovation business has been located in Melbourne’s Bayside and Mornington Peninsula suburbs. In that time, he’s seen hundreds of bathrooms, laundries and kitchens come to life — each one a combination of design, craftsmanship, and those final touches that make a space feel special.

…and if there’s one detail that has always caught his attention, it’s the tapware. Tapware used to be ugly, but now the taps and bathware accessories are the star of the show. Taps and bathroom accessories are not expensive items relative to the entire project. So it makes sense to make sure that the taps and accessories you choose in your job are born to be the star of your renovation!

Tapware isn’t just about function. It’s a design feature you use every single day — in the kitchen, bathroom, or laundry. It has to perform under pressure, stand up to constant use, and still look great years later.

Over the years, Dave has handled and installed just about every brand on the market. Some looked good but didn’t last. Some were built well but lacked style. Others came with unnecessary price tags or designs that didn’t quite suit our Australian lifestyles.

That experience planted the seed for something new.

The Spark That Started It

“There wasn’t a tapware brand that truly spoke to the people we work with every day – those who value quality, style, and authenticity without the corporate fluff,” says Dave.

So, after years of working with clients, listening to their needs, and testing products in real-world renovations, he decided it was time to create something himself.

A Labour of Love

What began as an idea quickly became a 2 year-long project. Dave poured 24 months into researching design, testing, installing and using all his products in real world applications through his own Melbourne based renovation clients. This was over a 2 year period, determined to create a range that he could stand behind as both a builder, and a brand owner.

The result is The Notorious Collective — tapware and bathware accessories designed for Australian homes, built to last, and made with the same no-shortcuts approach that Bayview Renovations is known for.

Built By a Builder
The Notorious Collective is different because it’s born from the perspective of someone who installs and uses these products every day. Dave knows firsthand how reliable the tapware is through all of his previous clients who have installed and used them for a long period of time in their own family homes. They are extremely good quality tapware, with no issues at all.

Builders notice things — how a handle feels in your hand, the smoothness of a mixer, the weight of a spout, the durability of a finish, what components they are made of. Every choice in the range comes back to one question: Will this product still be the star of the room, be easy to live with, and still work beautifully years from now?

No Shortcuts, No Compromises
“There are no shortcuts in our process because we believe quality isn’t just an expectation; it’s a promise,” Dave says.

Every product in The Notorious Collective is tested for performance, durability, and finish quality. From the finishing process to the internal components, each element is chosen to withstand daily use in busy homes, or to simply be the star of the show in a stunning new room.

The goal is simple — to create tapware that homeowners love for its design, trust for its quality, and feel proud to have in their space.

Style Without the Fluff
The range is designed to be both timeless and versatile. Whether you’re after bold black finishes, antique brass warmth, or classic chrome, the designs fit seamlessly into a wide variety of interior styles — from modern minimalism to coastal Hamptons.

And because it’s been created with real homes in mind, the pricing is competitive without cutting corners on materials or manufacturing, the products really are that good!

Tested in the Real World
One of the advantages of being a builder-led brand is that products get thoroughly tested in actual real life renovations by qualified professionals before we take it to market.

If a design doesn’t perform as expected — whether that’s a leak, a scratch-prone finish, or an installation frustration — it doesn’t get the Notorious name.

Why This Matters to Homeowners

For homeowners, choosing tapware can feel overwhelming. There are countless options out there, but not all are made to last.

The Notorious Collective offers something different — products chosen, tested and sold by someone who’s spent his career building bathrooms, laundries and kitchens from the ground up. That experience means you’re getting tapware that has already passed the toughest test: the builder’s eye.

A Brand with a Mission

At its heart, The Notorious Collective is about trust. It’s about knowing that every piece you choose has been created with care, tested for quality, and made to be part of your home for years to come.

For Dave, it’s more than just a product line. It’s the result of decades of hands-on experience, a passion for good design, and a belief that quality should never be out of reach.

Learn More
To explore the full story behind The Notorious Collective and view the range, visit https://www.thenotoriouscollective.com.au/.