This central Auckland property on a busy street lacked privacy and appeal, and the owners couldn’t imagine any solutions to rectify their lack-lustre backyard. After contacting Zones Landscaping, the owners were finally able to imagine a concept that would work. Thoughtful landscaping and custom privacy screens transformed the property giving the owners an outdoor living space they could enjoy. A bespoke boardwalk, new decking, and lush native plants that evoke memories of the owner’s childhood, have combined to create a sanctuary in the city. 

These Riverlea homeowners reached out to Refresh Renovations for assistance in refurbishing their 1970s property. The kitchen’s original footprint was functional so keeping it helped the project stay on budget and allowed for funds to be focused solely on the chic design. Renovation Consultant Steve Roper utilised smart design materials such as luxury vinyl tile flooring and wood-look laminate benchtops to deliver a stylish result without breaking the bank. The timeless essence of the subway tiled splashback takes on a modern twist with non-traditional black grout. Fresh flooring throughout — LVT in the kitchen and dining area and carpet in the bedrooms and lounge — completed the home’s transformation.    

This Titahi Bay bathroom received a stunning makeover that took it from drab to fab in a matter of weeks. Renovation Consultant Lia Boersma worked closely with her clients to deliver a bright, modern bathroom that felt sleek and spacious, while simultaneously tackling maintenance issues and improving insulation.

A curved corner shower replaced an unloved bathtub and completely changed the feel and footprint of the room, while white fixtures, tile, and paint combined to create a modern minimalist space that the clients love.

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After closing on this Auckland CBD property, the new homeowner reached out to Refresh Renovations for help making it their own. Different flooring materials in the kitchen and lounge spaces were causing a disconnected feeling and there wasn’t enough storage space in the kitchen. Renovation Consultants John and Maree de Latour delivered a modern kitchen design that is its own defined space while also seamlessly flowing into the lounge. Wood-look vinyl flooring and the new multi-purpose kitchen peninsula, bridge the gap between the kitchen and lounge.

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Before the owner of this 1920s Ngaio villa decided to change it up, the kitchen was dated, cluttered, and needed a drastic improvement. Since she enjoyed spending so much time in her kitchen, the homeowner reached out to Refresh Renovations to give the space an update.

Wellington Renovation Consultant Mark Morrison delivered fantastic results that left the homeowner with a beautiful new kitchen that now had ample storage and plenty of workspace. Reconfiguring the layout used the space in a smart way and allowed the kitchen and the eat-in dining area to coexist while still maintaining their defined areas. 

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This Refresh Renovations project led by Renovation Consultant Paul Cree involved transforming both the interior and exterior of this Viewbank home. With roofs of varying height and pitch, the exterior appeared disjointed, a consequence of the original structure having been built in the 1960s with a second-storey extension coming along 20 years later. 

Re-pitching the roofs to a uniform degree gives the property cohesion from the outside and allowed for the kitchen’s ceiling to be raised and the layout to be altered. Additional floor space from the reconfiguration creates a large, open-plan kitchen and lounge area that’s perfect for entertaining, a favourite past time of the epicurean homeowners. 

After contacting Refresh Renovations to transform her dark and dated 1970s home, this Noble Park North homeowner was connected with local Renovation Consultant Paul Cree. Paul and his in-house experts worked closely with the homeowner to achieve everything on her to-do list — reconfiguring the home’s layout, installing double-glazed windows, refurbishing the existing timber floors — while staying within budget and delivering fantastic results. 

The most impactful aspect of the project was the upgraded footprint. Reversing the position of the master bedroom and living areas creates quiet sleeping quarters at one end, and an open-plan living space at the other, overlooking the lovely garden outside. 

This charming brick bungalow in the residential suburb of Oakleigh South lacked the space and functionality needed for a busy modern family. The single bathroom felt cramped, and the master bedroom was small with little wardrobe space. The client contacted Refresh Renovations for ideas and advice, and local Renovation Consultant Paul Cree delivered in spades. 

A bespoke master suite extension and a seriously stylish bathroom makeover completely transformed the home. Luxurious floor to ceiling tiles and sophisticated fittings, with walk-in edgeless glss showers and stylish vessel sinks combined to create a spacious sanctuary.

This project was by Renovation Consultant Paul Cree.

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