A classic central Auckland bungalow that needed a bit of love to suit its new family. The renovation was completed in two stages to allow the homeowners and their kids to live in the house as long as possible. Stage one was kept within the existing house, consisting of a new master ensuite/walk-in wardrobe, and converting the original bathroom and hallway to a new bedroom. Stage two was a 48m2 extension, new laundry, study bathroom, and 40m2 of outdoor living. It was important to this family that we kept and matched as much character as possible throughout the house. For that reason, we used new timber joinery, kept the high ceilings, matched existing finishing lines and continued the native flooring. A few modern touches included the new gas fire and stack bonded brick chimney, recessed curtains and of course, the kitchen. This home will definitely house this family for a long time to come.