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From Angled Walls to Open Hearts: A Whole Home Made New

Pravina and Harish had lived in their West Auckland home for years, but over time, it began to feel like it belonged to someone else. The layout no longer suited their lifestyle. The rooms were dark, the finishes outdated, and the awkwardly shaped living areas—especially the lounge with its sharp angled walls—made the space feel disconnected and closed off. They knew change was needed, but they didn’t know where to start or who to trust. That changed when they saw a renovation project we’d recently completed just down the road. Watching a familiar house transform so dramatically gave them hope—and the push to contact our team.

The Challenges

A structural wall in the lounge that was standing in the way of their vision. We worked closely with their architect to redesign the layout and secure council approval for the changes. Together, we carefully navigated the technical side so Pravina and Harish could focus on their dream.

Old U-shaped kitchen with outdated white cabinetry and poor lighting. Modern open-plan kitchen in West Auckland with stone waterfall island and oak cabinetry.
Old U-shaped kitchen with outdated white cabinetry and poor lighting.
Outdated bathroom in West Auckland with built-in bathtub, old vanity, and limited functionality. Fully tiled bathroom with LED mirror, woodgrain vanity, and frosted window.
Outdated bathroom in West Auckland with built-in bathtub, old vanity, and limited functionality.

Before & After

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Before: The layout no longer suited their lifestyle. The rooms were dark, the finishes outdated, and the awkwardly shaped living areas—especially the lounge with its sharp angled walls—made the space feel disconnected and closed off.

After: We opened up the kitchen and living area into one cohesive, light-filled space. Bathrooms were fully reimagined with floor-to-ceiling tiling, walk-in showers, and sleek fittings. We installed new engineered timber floors throughout and added crisp, modern finishes with paint and lighting to lift the entire mood of the home. A larger front door now welcomes guests with warmth, and a new kwila deck in the backyard offers a stunning outdoor space for entertaining family and friends.

“Today, Pravina and Harish walk into a home that reflects who they are and how they want to live. It’s modern, open, and welcoming—a place to relax, host, and create lasting memories with the people they love.”

Joanna Jeong (Designer)

The Transformation

Now, it’s a bright, open-plan space with a beautiful kitchen, fully tiled bathrooms, a modern ensuite, and cohesive flooring throughout. We replaced the front door to create a grander entrance and added a kwila deck for hosting family and friends outdoors.

The result is more than a renovation—it’s a reset. A home that feels like them. One they love coming home to, and where new memories will be made.

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Jann Singer
4 months ago
Simon and Joanna of Add Value Renovations planned and completed our en-suite upgrade. We are entirely happy with the finished product and the service and care they provided. We especially appreciated the direct communication with Simon. He is a good man — honest, reliable, and easy to work with. The attention to detail and quality of the finish was outstanding.
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Carl Anderson
4 months ago
We loved working with Simon and the team at Add Value Renovations. Add Value's project manager Tim, and interior designer Joanna, had excellent communication throughout the entire process. The quality of the workmanship was top-notch and they completed our bungalow renovation on time and on budget.
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Rajeev Kishore
1 year ago
Simon working with you and your team was a truly positive experience. Your expertise, combined with your genuine care for our project, made the entire process smooth and stress-free. We're thrilled with the results and couldn't have asked for a better team to bring our vision to life.
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Leah song
1 year ago
Just wanted to take a moment to express my appreciation for the outstanding work you've done! A ext. renovation done by Add Value was truly a remarkable transformation. The kitchen and bathroom designs are not only aesthetically stunning but also highly functional. It's evident that a lot of thought and care went into every detail.
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Alex Salkeld
2 years ago
Simon and his team recently took care of renovating the bedrooms of our house. We are very happy with the quality of work and the professionalism shown throughout the project. The team was punctual, tidy and communicated well at every stage.
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Colin McLennan
2 years ago
Had the pleasure of using Simon and his team on a garage conversion project. Simon made the planning and building process easy and his team were professional in their approach. It was a project that was on time and budget. Have no problem recommending Add Value Renovations for your next project.
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Jo Nicoud-Garden
2 years ago
I worked with Simon at Add Value Renovations on a full home renovation and the experience was fantastic from start to finish. The communication was clear, the timeline was realistic, and the quality of the work speaks for itself. Highly recommended.
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K Noronha
2 years ago
We have used the services of Add Value Renovations twice over three years, once for bathroom renovations and more recently for our kitchen and deck. The quality of work has always been excellent and any issues that arose were dealt with promptly and professionally.
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