A Kitchen Built for Real Life

This three-bedroom home hadn't kept pace with their busy family living in it, so they decided it was time for an upgrade. After 11 weeks, they had what felt like a completely new home. The kitchen is the centrepiece of the transformation. A new L-shaped layout opened things up, with the converted front deck creating the space needed to make it all work. The standout feature is a large stone-topped island with seating for six, generous bench space, concealed storage, and built-in appliance nooks — functional and good-looking in equal measure. A trio of open lantern lights hangs above it, adding warmth without fuss. The main cabinetry runs opposite, and the whole kitchen now opens directly to a new outdoor deck through bi-fold doors, creating the indoor-outdoor flow the home previously lacked entirely. For a couple who went in unsure where to start, the result is a kitchen that genuinely works for how they live.
Investment:
On request
Renovation Type:
Kitchen Renovation
Location:
Auckland
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A Bathroom Worth the Wait

Years of thinking about it, these homeowners were held back by budget concerns and the fear of disruption — until they'd found the right renovation consultant. Listening carefully, locking in a fixed price before a single wall was touched, and coordinating nine trades seamlessly from start to finish is what made them confident it was the right choice for them. The result is a spacious, light-filled bathroom that feels like a quiet retreat. Soft large-format tiles, a freestanding white bath beneath adjustable shutters, striking black tapware, and smart built-in storage. A space that finally matches the life lived in it — delivered on time, on budget, exactly as imagined.
Investment:
On request
Renovation Type:
Bathroom Renovation
Location:
Auckland
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After

A Stylish Granny Flat Built for the Long Term

This 990m² property had room to spare, so rather than the family uprooting, Refresh Renovations built a self-contained granny flat — complete with its own entrance and wrap-around deck. Through challenges such as complex firewall changes requested by the council, as well as COVID restrictions, the team kept the homeowners informed and the project on track where possible. The result is a stylish, self-contained home with a marble herringbone splashback, stone benchtops, timber flooring throughout, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Externally, matching grey cladding ties the new flat to the main house without losing either structure's individual identity. The property now has another modern and light home, significantly increasing its value.
Investment:
On request
Renovation Type:
Granny Flat
Location:
Auckland
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After

Bungalow Brought Into the Modern Era

A period bungalow underwent a comprehensive renovation balancing traditional character with modern functionality. The homeowners engaged Refresh Renovations to reconfigure the existing bathroom, convert a spare bedroom into a master ensuite and walk-in wardrobe, upgrade the laundry, and improve indoor-outdoor flow by replacing French doors with double-glazed bifolds. After demolition started, dropped piles requiring reinforcement were discovered. Refresh managed the additional work with minimal disruption, rescheduling trades to keep the project moving. The finished bathrooms feature frameless shower screens, large format tiles, and a palette of white, coffee, and ash tones that complement the home's original joinery. The new bifold doors transformed the living space, flooding it with natural light and opening up the outlook. The result is a home that feels both modern and true to its original character.
Investment:
On request
Renovation Type:
Full Home
Location:
Auckland
Before
After

From Garage to Modern Retirement Sanctuary

After a lengthy search, a retired couple partnered with Refresh Renovations to transform a large cinder block garage into their dream retirement home. The former garage is now an unrecognisable, ultra-modern, one-bedroom home featuring beautiful cedar cladding, statement windows, and a striking black steel roof. A new wrap-around concrete patio provides extensive outdoor living space that seamlessly connects to a Scandinavian-inspired, open-plan interior. Refresh Renovations maximised every square meter of the floor plan, adding a built-in hallway office, a well-appointed laundry room, and a luxurious ensuite. Ultimately, expert design and a focus on capturing natural light resulted in a spectacular, bespoke sanctuary tailored perfectly to the couple's retirement lifestyle.
Investment:
On requirement
Renovation Type:
Garage Conversion
Location:
Auckland
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After

From Closed Off to Wide Open

A growing family's weatherboard home was transformed to better suit their expanding lifestyle. They engaged Refresh Renovations to redesign the kitchen, pantry, and living area, renovate the existing bathroom and bedrooms, add a fourth bedroom, build a new deck, and improve access to the back garden. A sloping section added complexity, but Refresh used wide timber steps to create easy flow between the living area, deck, and garden — doubling as casual outdoor seating. Internal walls were removed to open the floorplan, the roof was extended to cover the deck, and full-sized bifold doors now connect the inside and outside regardless of the weather. The result is a calm, modern interior with clean lines and a bright palette — a functional kitchen with a peninsula, connected living spaces, and a home the whole family can move through freely.
Investment:
$200,000
Renovation Type:
Kitchen and Living Area
Location:
Auckland
Before
After

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Kitchen

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Renovation Type:
Kitchen Renovation
A total transformation that gave a busy family the open-plan kitchen and outdoor living they'd always needed.
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Bathroom

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Renovation Type:
Bathroom Renovation
A full bathroom renovation designed for a couple ready to finally invest in their home — modern, calm, and built to last.
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Auckland
Granny Flat

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Granny Flat
When moving wasn't the right solution, adding more space was — transforming a spacious property into two stylish, self-contained homes.
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Auckland
Full Home

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Renovation Type:
Full Home
A thoughtful renovation breathes new life into a period bungalow.
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Auckland
Garage Conversion

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On requirement
Renovation Type:
Garage Conversion
Transforming a cinder block garage into an ultra-modern retirement sanctuary.
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Auckland
Family Entertainment Area

Investment:
$200,000
Renovation Type:
Kitchen and Living Area
A cramped weatherboard home becomes a connected, modern family haven 
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"Refresh Renovation by Hardik and Himadri their service is outstanding. They listen your expectations and happily do great job with budget and giving the best quality service. There timeline is always punctual and accurate to the customer. Best part is they do personally detailed work and handling all aspects in boundaries of Complaince safety. Making sure the customer satisfaction is highest priority for them."

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"I would highly recommend Mr. Hardik and Himadri. They consistently demonstrate strong communication skills by sharing information clearly, listening actively, and responding thoughtfully. They explain ideas professionally and make complex information easy to understand."

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Extensions & Additions

Expand your home with smart design and seamless integration into your existing space.

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Kitchen Renovations

Create a kitchen that works beautifully for how you live, cook, and entertain.

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Upgrade your bathroom with modern design, quality finishes, and practical layouts.

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Open up your home and improve flow with better living spaces inside and out.

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