A Gorgeous Home Extension in Palmerston North, Manawatu.

Squeezed for Space

Tara and Grant loved their 1930s bungalow in Palmerston North but were starting to feel squeezed for space. Their daughters were sharing a room which wasn’t ideal, and they also wanted a new lounge area and updated kitchen. The couple had been working with a home building company on extension plans but were left feeling disappointed with the communication and progress, so they decided to get in touch with their local Refresh Renovation team instead.

Zoe Blease from Team Manawatu arranged a free consultation with Tara and Grant to discuss their renovation goals, listen to their needs, and explain more about the Refresh process. Zoe assured them that with Refresh, their renovation frustrations would be a thing of the past! As a dedicated project manager, she would be their single point of contact from design through to delivery and would manage every element of their renovation so that the entire process would be straightforward and stress free. 

Tara and Grant were relieved to hear that Refresh could help, and excitedly welcomed Zoe on board.

Concept and Design

Tara and Grant knew their home extension would be a significant investment and had planned a generous budget available to achieve their goals. Zoe captured their ideas and vision for the renovation, and together the team worked with an architect to create plans and price the design.

The architect created an exciting concept that would juxtapose a contemporary extension against the classic bungalow look. A new lounge with a focus on indoor-outdoor flow would bring an increased level of functionality to the home and make it a more social space for the family to enjoy, both on a day-to-day basis and when entertaining. 

Elsewhere in the home, the kitchen and bathrooms would receive top-to-toe makeovers, flooring and paint would be refreshed, and a large laundry and extra bedroom were also on the docket. Tara and Grant loved the architectural and interior design plans, and once they had approved the plans and the budget, it was full steam ahead with the exciting transformation.

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Renovation Underway

A full renovation plus a home extension is no small task, but Zoe expertly managed every element of the project so that Tara and Grant could sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey. From contracting and scheduling a plethora of tradespeople (including tilers, plumbers, plasterers, builders, floorers and many more!), to managing waste removal, communications with council, and health and safety requirements, Zoe ensured that every detail was taken care of. She also kept the renovation running to schedule – even when there was the occasional hiccup. 

During the outdoor work it was discovered that additional drainage work was needed which ultimately required a sump. But Zoe ensured that Tara and Grant were kept updated through the process as the Refresh team worked hard to find the best solution for the situation. Other than the drainage, the rest of the build and renovation ran smoothly, and the home was completely transformed in a matter of months.

An Exciting New Look

Tara and Grant’s home underwent a massive transformation. The contemporary extension created space for a lounge and new bedroom, both opening onto decks and allowing for fabulous indoor-outdoor flow. The new kitchen boasts a large breakfast bar, tiled backsplash, and integrated sink for a modern look. A dedicated laundry room with a work bench, sink, and cupboards that match the kitchen is bright and airy, while the bathroom features floor to ceiling tiles, a frameless glass shower, and a striking floating vanity. Throughout the home a light neutral paint with wood accents creates a warm, welcoming, and spacious feel. 

Final Thoughts

Zoe and her team transformed a cramped 1930s bungalow into a spacious and modern home that was the perfect fit for her clients. A sleek extension created an interesting architectural feature, and provided much needed space for an additional bedroom, plus a lounge that offered indoor outdoor flow. Stunning laundry, bathroom, and kitchen updates elevated and modernised the rest of the property, making it the family home that Grant and Tara had always dreamed of. 

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