Adding a Modern Touch to a Classic Bungalow in North Shore - Superior Renovations

Greenhithe, Auckland (North Shore)

Adding a Modern Touch
to a Classic Bungalow
in North Shore

Completed on Jan 2020

RENOVATION

Project Managed By

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Kevin Yang

Managing Director/Project Management
kevin@superiorrenovations.co.nz
0800 199 888

Adding a Modern Touch to a Classic Bungalow

Project Finish Date

Jan 2020

Our clients bought a beautiful bungalow in Greenhithe as a future family home. The bungalow boasted original timber doors, timber wooden beams, timber floating shelves, stained glass doors, ornate light fixtures and a trim of colourful strip of tiles on timber floors. While the beauty of the bungalow could not be denied, there were some major issues that needed to be rectified before the family could move in.

Typical issues of old Bungalows in Auckland

  • Old electrical wiring making it a health and safety hazard
  • Shabby old paint with holes in the walls
  • Old and frayed carpets
  • Old bathrooms
  • Kitchen lacking modern and convenient amenities

The plus side to bungalows is definitely its structure. They have a good solid structure with windows and doors that will last a lifetime. Our clients hence decided to tackle the issues before moving in. They wanted to keep all the Timber floors, wooden accents and doors. They simply wanted to renovate to include the modern conveniences available in today’s age.

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BEFORE

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AFTER

Full Kitchen Design and Renovation

The existing kitchen in the bungalow lacked good storage, modern conveniences, had a laminate countertop, and steel sink. We demolished everything within the kitchen apart from the flooring. New Cabinets were custom built with low maintenance and easy to clean materials. The same materials were used to build the laundry adjacent to the kitchen. Storage was maximised by building wall cabinets and shelves within the cabinets.

The kitchen was renovated in shades of white to retain the traditional classic feel of the house. We retained all the original wooden panels, trimmings and flooring which complimented brilliantly with the white cabinets and walls, overall exuding an old world charm.

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Storage Solutions

  • ‘Magic corner’ Blum shelves were created to utilise hard to access areas
  • 350mm Rubbish bin pull out
  • Cabinets were installed with shelving and baskets for condiments
  • Open shelves were created all around the cooking area and next to the fridge
  • Additional cabinets were created above the cooking area

Modern and convenient appliances and Fixtures

  • Induction stove top and range hood
  • MDF boards used for cabinets with high water resistance
  • 18mm HPL sink carcass (high water resistance)
  • Blum soft close hinges
  • DTC soft close drawer runners
  • Stefano no handle set up for cabinets
  • Blanco Silgranit stone sink for durability
  • 30mm engineered stone benchtop to look like white marble
  • Pull out matte Chrome kitchen mixer
  • City White Gloss 100×300 glazed ceramic wall tiles used as backsplash
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Restoration of original Timber fittings 

Our clients wanted to retain the old world charm of the house and decided to keep all the original Timber trimmings, flooring and doors. They however had to be restored before they could move in as it had lost its shine and luster.

Steps taken to restore:

  • Cleaned all the floors, trimmings and doors
  • Sanding of bare timber
  • Filling rows of nail holes across the floors
  • Application of 3 coats of commercial grade water Born Polyurethane.
  • After 5 days we then applied a satin finish of moisture cured and water based polyurethane.
  • This was applied across the kitchen, lounge, dining and laundry.
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Flooring, Painting and Electrical work

Extensive painting and electric work was carried out as all the wiring and paint was very old, posing a health and safety hazard.

Plastering and Painting

  • Repairing all holes, damages, defects on ceilings, walls, doors, door frames, and window frames
  • Light sanding of all areas where filler has been applied until smooth
  • Cleaning and plastering of all interior areas
  • Oil based Dulux undercoat applied twice to high traffic areas such as skirting boards and once on walls and ceilings
  • 2 coats of Oil based Dulux top coat applied to all ceilings, walls, doors, door frames, and window frames

Electrical Work & Security System

  • Rewiring was done throughout the house
  • New LED down lights were installed throughout the house
  • All Interior and Exterior power banks and switches changed to PDL 800.
  • Panasonic VL-SWD272 Wireless video intercom system 7” wide installed
  • Screen display voice changer – Night and day vission
  • Full installation, configuration and trainings
  • ESL-2 Controller in plastic container with KP-TOUCH-W 5″ Touch keypad installed
  • 5 x PIR sensors, 1 x indoor siren, 1 x outdoor siren
  • 1 x DAHUA 4 channels network video recorder with 2TB HDD
  • 4 x DAHUA 6MP IP PoE Camera
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Vilma Arcos
Vilma Arcos
1734043728
Thanks Superior Renovations for doing our house, it definitely looks a lot better now! Special thanks goes to Alison and Jacob for their excellent effort and good manners in handling the construction process, it wasn't easy but with them around it definitely became easier to handle. Cheers🥂
F J Bandukwala
F J Bandukwala
1732443128
Absolutely thrilled with the outcome of our renovation of two bathrooms and kitchen in a double level home. Kevin and his entire team were an absolute pleasure to work with from the get-go. Every minor detail was attended to, and all our requests were accommodated. Cyrus deserves a special mention as under his watchful eye and expertise, nothing could go wrong.
Jacquie
Jacquie
1731901814
I have recently finished a renovation in our 1930’s bungalow, updating the original (and I do mean original) kitchen and bathroom. Plus creating a new laundry and removing three fireplaces which created two new spaces including an office. From the initial appointment with Alison who came over and then provided drawings and a quotation, to the work with Frank, our project manager and the team, this has been a wonderful renovation experience. I would have described myself as a nervous-renovator prior to doing this, as I had never done a renovation before, but Frank, Alison, Sunny and all the team have worked so tirelessly and generously to create spaces that we love. Superior’s care in managing the project has meant that we have come away with much more than we originally sought to achieve and without the stress I hear others lament about when they renovate. I would recommend Frank, Alison, Sunny and the team at Superior Renovations wholeheartedly.
Ike Harris
Ike Harris
1731464234
We engaged with three companies to completely renovate our downstairs and ensuite bathrooms. We elected to go with Superior Renovations as they provided us with a fixed price and specific timeline to complete the project (which two other companies could not do), and we were absolutely delighted with the end result. We love everything from the floor and wall tiles to the heated towel rails and from the LCD mirrors to the underfloor heating and soft close lids. We especially loved replacing the old tub in our ensuite with a walk-in shower.The entire process went incredibly smoothly, with the project being completed on budget and ahead of schedule. From the initial design phase to the final touches, nothing was too much trouble for the team. Superior Renovations conducted themselves with the utmost professionalism, ensuring every detail was perfect.Frank (Project Manager) and the team did such an amazing job. Totally professional outfit, top notch communication, all tradies were courteous, polite and respectful. Alex (Builder) was especially knowledgeable and offered great solutions as minor issues unfolded. Each stage of the renovation was completed on the day it was scheduled. The crew were always on time and mindful of our work from home arrangements. And I was also impressed with the floor protection that was laid out on the first day.Through no fault of Superior, we did encounter a major, unforeseen setback that delayed our renovation on the downstairs bathroom. Superior were patient with us while we sourced specialists to remedy the issue. But once that was all sorted, Frank and the team picked up the baton and charged ahead to the finish line, delivering two beautifully ‘superior’ bathrooms. We also experienced a minor electrical issue post-build. And even though it was unrelated to their renovation work, Frank promptly dispatched an electrician who quickly fixed the problem. Talk about above and beyond!In summary, we highly recommend Superior Renovations for anyone looking to undertake bathroom renovations in their home. We’re already talking about renovating the kitchen next and we’re so confident in Superior Renovations that we will most certainly be engaging with them to complete the task.A huge thank you to Frank, Alex and all the wonderful team at Superior Renovations:)
Kalina Hristova
Kalina Hristova
1726355498
Superior Renovations did an amazing job we would definitely recommend them for anyone looking for a high quality outcome. Our Project Manager Jacob was amazing, taking care of any minor adjustments we wanted, nothing was too much trouble.
Melanie Whittaker
Melanie Whittaker
1725410234
Absolutely love my new ensuite bathroom. Superior Renovations made the process so enjoyable, I'm truly delighted with the transformation from an old tired room to modern functionality.Jacob led a wonderful team of professionals who were considerate and efficient. He answered any query with reassurance and patience.I'm now looking at engaging them again for my main bathroom because I'm not fearful of renovating anymore and confident I'll get a superior outcome. They definitely lived up to their name!
Carolina Guerra
Carolina Guerra
1724904345
Superior Renovations transformed our bathroom, and we couldn’t be happier. Cici, Jacob, Alex, and Ray were a fantastic team (Ray, our dog, is going to miss you). They tackled our old house’s quirks with creativity and attention to detail. We were especially impressed that they stayed within budget, even with a few surprises along the way. We’d definitely choose Superior Renovations again and highly recommend them.
Regina Cho
Regina Cho
1723452566
Thanks Sunny, Jacob and the team for a great renovation. We had 2 bathrooms, the laundry room and front door re-done and very pleased with the results.
Kalpana Iyer
Kalpana Iyer
1721966378
Superior Renovations did a good job for our deck, they are professional and took on board any changes suggested by us and gave good ideas and advice.They took care of cleaning up all the mess after every job.Good value for money.Special mention to Cici, Frank & all the workers.😊 Thank you so muchHighly recommended 👍😊
Narelle Silwood
Narelle Silwood
1721941639
It was a pleasure to work with Jacob and his team. They installed a lovely new kitchen which met all my requirements, it arrived on schedule and I was kept informed all the way through the project. Thanks Jacob ... you did a great job. Narelle
Gavin Botica
Gavin Botica
1721770037
I recently engaged the services of Superior Renovations for a complete renovation of my kitchen and bathroom, and I couldn't be happier with the results. The entire process went incredibly smoothly, with the project being completed on budget and ahead of schedule. From the initial design phase to the final touches, nothing was too much trouble for the team. They conducted themselves with the utmost professionalism, ensuring every detail was perfect. I highly recommend Superior Renovations for anyone looking to renovate their home.
Chinchien Lin
Chinchien Lin
1718067110
We have our bathroom renovation scheduled later this week. Everything so far is awesome. They are very patient and nice to work with!My wife's dream of a bathtub is finally happening. Can't wait to see the final result!
Rajesh Kumar
Rajesh Kumar
1715585029
Great work done by Superior Renovation.Great service and efficient job.Big thanks to Jacob andthey team.Highly recommend.Got my 2 bathrooms renovated.
Narene Orchard
Narene Orchard
1710539464
We had the best experience using Superior Renovations. They had a good range of products available making it easy to pick the fixtures and fittings. The team were experienced and had great pride in their work, from the office to onsite we were treated like valued customers. The product we ended up with exceeded our expectations.
Dhruv Mehta
Dhruv Mehta
1709191393
Great experience with Superior renovations. I would highly recommend it for anyone looking to renovate their house.
Steve
Steve
1709094029
We engaged Superior Renovations to transform our 30-year old, tired looking and problematic bathroom into something world class - and wow! The end result is simply stunning. The team led by Frank did an absolutely fantastic job. This was our first major renovation project and the entire process was easy and hassle free. The team delivered on schedule, within budget and the quality of their work is outstanding. If you are considering renovating - do not go past these guys.
Linda Meyer
Linda Meyer
1704326554
Wish I had given more of my renovation project to Superior earlier in the process. Superior team was knowledgeable, skilled and exception to work with. Will certainly be a repeat customer if ever a need comes up.
Emma Mildon
Emma Mildon
1702329424
From design to completion the team were professional and always keen to get the project right. We will definitely be using their services again. Even finished the job with a spotless clean.
Henry Popplewell
Henry Popplewell
1702262198
My wife and I are absolutely delighted with the team at Superior Renovations - and the "superior" job and experience they delivered for us in renovating our ensuite and main bathroom. We are so pleased we chose them for our renovation.Everyone from Cici the designer, and Frank our wonderful and attentive project manager, down to the team of guys doing the heavy lifting were a real pleasure to deal with. We were kept informed every step of the way and everything was done to a very high standard. Nothing seems too much trouble for your crew (in fact Frank even became quite good at running after and catching our dog when the naughty little boy escaped), and they even helped me out with a couple of small extras around the house at no additional cost.Their pricing was very fair - no hidden extras, and they are such hard workers! But I think what impressed me most was that everything they promised was done exactly on the day they said it would be done, and at the time they said it would be done. They were a very respectful, friendly team who obviously take immense pride in their work.Thank you Superior team! Recommend 100%
Libby Sumnz
Libby Sumnz
1701916493
This place is excellent. The service is fantastic. Eunice was amazing. She is efficient, knowledgeable and professional. Their prices are excellent. We have chosen to go with them for an ensuite renovation.We have now had the pleasure of Superior completing our ensuite. It's a big WOW from us.Communication, professionalism, making sure they checked in with us about preferences, quality of workmanship, quality of materials are all 5 stars.They completed the job early. Payment structure was excellent. The staff were polite and respectful. If there was an issue it got sorted immediately. Follow-up was prompt. There was no lingering to tidy up loose ends. Rubbish taken away immediately. Full respect of our neighbours using a shared driveway with us. Finally Jacob our project manager was the best. He held the job together from beginning to end.To be honest...we were 'blown away' by how smoothly it all ran.
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