A high-end renovation and extension of a character residence in the Upper North Shore, designed to restore and retain the home’s original period features while introducing a refined contemporary living experience. The brief centered around creating a luxurious yet timeless family home through bespoke joinery, natural stone finishes, custom lighting, and premium fixtures, carefully balancing heritage charm with modern functionality and architectural detail.

The Challenges

The project required careful coordination of bespoke finishes, custom joinery, steel framed glazing, and premium materials while restoring the home’s original character features. A key challenge was seamlessly integrating the contemporary additions and bringing the existing residence up to current construction standards and compliance requirements without compromising its heritage charm.

The Outcome

The completed home delivers a sophisticated and highly detailed residence that successfully merges heritage character with modern luxury. Restored period elements sit effortlessly alongside custom contemporary finishes, creating a warm, functional, and elevated family home with a timeless architectural presence.