Home Renovation with Modern Upgrades & New Deck
The homeowners recently purchased this property and wanted to renovate it before moving in. They approached our team at Smith & Sons Franklin to give the home a facelift, making it more functional and better suited to their lifestyle. Every room in the house was updated. JB's Flooring Xtra Pukekohe installed new carpet and vinyl flooring throughout, even in the garage. Each room received a fresh coat of paint or new wallpaper, with vibrant colours and patterns that truly stand out. Additionally, all internal doors were replaced with new, complete with updated hardware.
To address the lack of storage, we installed new shelving solutions in existing wardrobes and created additional storage in a cupboard in the main hallway. The kitchen also got a makeover. The owners felt the space needed modernising, and the existing black benchtops made the room feel dark. We replaced them with white benchtops, added new modern cabinetry handles, a new sink and built cabinetry to conceal the new rangehood. The laundry needed more workable space, so we installed new cabinetry and benchtops. A splash of turquoise blue tiles added a pop of colour, and the new LED strip lighting brightens up the area beautifully.
The ensuite bathroom was revamped with brand-new fittings, including a spacious shower and a floor-standing vanity in a light woodgrain finish.
The exterior of the property also received a thorough makeover. We converted the gutter and fascia system from internal to external and new downpipes, using coloursteel systems. Throughout the property, new double-glazed aluminum joinery was fitted, with some windows being replaced by large ranch sliders to provide easy access to the new deck. The original deck, which was much smaller and worn, was removed along with the old pergola. In its place, we built a new kwila deck, which the client was so pleased with that they requested an extension to make it even larger.
We are thrilled with the results of the renovations, and the clients are extremely satisfied with the outcome. It was a genuine pleasure to work with them once more, as this was their second project with us. There’s even talk of more renovations in the future, and we look forward to the opportunity to collaborate again.