Renovations in Greenlane, Auckland

Your Greenlane home, opened up for modern family life — built for the central isthmus and the way you live.

Registered Master Builder · 10-Year Guarantee · $2M public liability insurance · House of the Year Gold 2025 · Family home, villa, kitchen, bathroom and extension specialists. Servicing Greenlane, Remuera, Ellerslie, One Tree Hill, Epsom.

Book a Free Consultation 30 minutes of friendly, expert advice. You leave with a clear next step. Prefer to start with numbers? Get an instant cost estimate →

Simon & Michelle’s bungalow kitchen, AVR portfolio

Renovating in Greenlane

Renovating in Greenlane means working with a varied housing stock right in the heart of the central isthmus.

Greenlane is one of Auckland’s most connected central suburbs — Edwardian villas and Californian bungalows around Greenlane East, 1950s and 60s family homes climbing toward One Tree Hill, postwar weatherboards in pockets, and modern townhouses near the motorway and hospital. The renovations that work here protect character where it exists, open up family living, and add bedrooms or bathrooms as the family grows. AVR has renovated across the housing stock.

Ready to talk about your Greenlane renovation? Book a free 30-minute consultation →

Our Greenlane Services

We renovate Greenlane homes across three core services.

We renovate Greenlane homes across three core services: kitchens, bathrooms, and full home renovations or extensions. Each one is QS-priced before contract, built by our own team, and backed by the Master Builder 10-Year Guarantee.

Kitchen Renovations

Greenlane kitchens we build typically open up the closed-off villa, bungalow or 60s family home layout into a kitchen-dining-living that opens to the garden. Custom joinery, modern appliances, character-respectful detail.

Kitchen renovations in Greenlane

Bathroom Renovations

Greenlane bathrooms range from heritage villa ensuites to modern family bathroom rebuilds. Modern waterproofing, large-format tiling, joinery scaled to the room, council-signed-off, Master Builder Guarantee on workmanship and weathertightness.

Bathroom renovations in Greenlane

Full Home & Extensions

Full Greenlane home transformations: villa renovations, bungalow extensions, mid-century home modernisations, rear extensions and second-storey where Council approves. QS-priced end-to-end including complete home renovation.

Home extensions in Greenlane

Why Greenlane Chooses AVR

Greenlane homeowners choose AVR for renovations that suit the home, the suburb, and the long game.

Four reasons Greenlane homeowners keep choosing us — and keep sending their friends.

200+ Auckland renovations completed since 2010

QS-led pricing — every cost upfront.

We price every Greenlane renovation through a 21-section QS scope before contract. What you sign is what you pay — every cost transparent and locked in from the start.

Master Builder 10-Year Guarantee.

Every AVR renovation is backed by the Registered Master Builders 10-Year Guarantee. Structural, weathertightness, workmanship — covered for a decade. Plus $2M public liability insurance.

We know Greenlane homes.

Edwardian villas, Californian bungalows, mid-century family homes, postwar weatherboards, modern townhouses — Greenlane has the full range, and we’ve renovated across it. We know the structure, the heritage detail, and the easy wins.

Newmarket-based, one team start to finish.

We’re a 5–20 minute drive from Greenlane. One project manager, one design-and-build team, one accountable contract. You ring Simon directly and get a straight answer. That’s why 200+ Auckland renovations later, we keep getting referred.

Backed by our Master Builder 10-Year Guarantee.

From our portfolio

Opening up a bungalow without losing the character: Simon & Michelle’s open-plan kitchen.

From our recent Auckland portfolio: Simon & Michelle bought a tired bungalow and wanted modern, open-plan living without losing the character. We delivered exactly that.

ServiceKitchen + Open-Plan

OutcomeBright open-plan living

StyleShaker-style

Simon & Michelle wanted to modernise their bungalow without erasing the character. We removed the load-bearing wall using a laminated engineered timber beam, opened the kitchen to the living and dining, and installed a bespoke shaker-style kitchen that matched the bungalow’s detail. The result: light, flow, and a kitchen designed for everyday life and entertaining — all without changing the home’s soul. Council consent, architect, and kitchen designer coordination handled end-to-end.

View this project → Full project gallery and client story on the project page. Talk to us about your Greenlane home.

What Auckland Homeowners Say

We’ve completed renovations across Greenlane and the wider Auckland area.

“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.”

Colin McLennanAuckland client · Garage conversion · ★★★★★ Google Review

The Onehunga Home ExtensionA real client story

The Onehunga Home ExtensionWatch a real Add Value Renovations client share their story · 4.8 ★ across 34 Google reviews · Read all reviews →

Our 3-Step Process

Every AVR renovation in Greenlane follows the same three steps: free consultation, QS report, then build.

Free Consultation

We visit your Greenlane home for a 30-minute on-site consultation — relaxed and helpful. We look at the property, listen to what you want, and share an honest view on scope, rough cost band, and what’s possible.

QS Report

Our QS-led 21-section scope locks in your fixed price before any contract. You get a detailed breakdown of every element — structural, materials, trades, timeline — plus three hours of on-site consultation and unlimited phone support.

Renovation

We build. One project manager. Weekly written updates. Weekly site walk-throughs if you want them. Consent handled end-to-end. Delivered on time, on budget, guaranteed for 10 years under the Master Builder Guarantee.

Book a Free Consultation 30 minutes, free, friendly. You leave with a clear next step.

Renovation FAQs for Greenlane Homeowners

Below are the questions Greenlane homeowners ask us most often about renovating in this part of Auckland.

What does a home renovation cost in Greenlane?

A typical full home renovation in Greenlane runs $4,500–$8,500 per square metre in 2026, depending on the home’s era and the level of heritage detail. A kitchen and bathroom refresh costs $85,000–$170,000. AVR provides a fixed-price QS Report before any contract.

Are parts of Greenlane in a Special Character Area?

Yes — pockets of Greenlane sit inside Auckland Council’s Single House Zone with Special Character Area overlays, particularly around the older villa streets. Inside these overlays, exterior alterations visible from the street trigger resource consent. Internal renovations and rear extensions hidden from the street usually do not. AVR runs a Council pre-application check before the QS Report.

How long does a renovation take in Greenlane?

Most Greenlane renovations take 8–22 weeks on site. A bathroom is 4–6 weeks, a kitchen 6–10 weeks, a full home renovation or extension 14–22 weeks. Add 4–8 weeks before that for design, QS pricing, and Auckland Council building consent.

Do I need consent to renovate my Greenlane home?

Most structural changes, plumbing relocations, kitchen/bathroom rebuilds, and any work touching the building envelope require Auckland Council building consent. Cosmetic-only renovations usually do not. AVR handles the consent application, drawings, and council liaison end-to-end.

Are Greenlane renovations covered by the Master Builder Guarantee?

Yes — every AVR renovation in Greenlane is backed by the Registered Master Builders 10-Year Guarantee, which covers structural defects, weathertightness, and workmanship. We’re also covered by $2 million public liability insurance and full LBP certification.

Can I live in my Greenlane home during the renovation?

For kitchen-only or bathroom-only renovations, yes — we set up a temporary kitchen or alternative bathroom and contain the work zone with dust barriers. For full home renovations or major extensions, most Greenlane homeowners choose to move out for 8–14 weeks. We’ll talk through both options at the consultation.

What style of homes does AVR renovate in Greenlane?

Greenlane’s housing stock spans Edwardian and Victorian villas, Californian bungalows, 1950s and 60s mid-century family homes, postwar weatherboards, 70s brick-and-tile, and modern townhouses near the motorway. AVR has renovated across the full range.

Who is the best renovation builder in Greenlane?

Add Value Renovations is a Newmarket-based Registered Master Builder who has completed renovations and extensions across Greenlane and central Auckland. AVR was awarded House of the Year Gold (2025), holds a 4.8-star Google rating across 34 reviews, prices every project through a QS-led 21-section scope before contract, and backs every renovation with the Master Builder 10-Year Guarantee plus $2M public liability insurance. Free 30-minute consultation: 09 393 5658.

Is the same team building my Greenlane home from start to finish?

Yes — AVR is a design-and-build company. One project manager, one contract, one accountable team across design, consent, build, and finish. No subcontracting the whole job to a third party. That’s why our Greenlane clients can ring Simon directly at any stage and get a straight answer.

What renovation gives the best ROI in Greenlane?

On a Greenlane home in 2026, the highest-ROI renovations are: (1) a heritage-respectful kitchen open-plan opening to the garden — returns 1.7–2.0× cost; (2) adding a master ensuite or fourth bedroom — returns 1.5–1.8×; (3) modernising bathrooms — returns 1.4–1.6×. Greenlane buyers reward quality and modern liveability.

How does the renovation process actually work with AVR?

Three steps. (1) Free 30-minute on-site consultation — we visit your Greenlane home, listen to what you need, give a rough cost band. (2) QS Report ($500+GST) — our QS prices the full scope across 21 sections so you have a fixed price before any contract. (3) Build — one project manager, weekly updates, council consent handled, delivered on time and on budget under the Master Builder 10-Year Guarantee.

Also serving: Remuera · Ellerslie · One Tree Hill · Epsom · all Auckland suburbs

About Add Value Renovations

Auckland’s renovation specialists, since 2010.

Newmarket-based, servicing homeowners across every Auckland suburb. Every project QS-priced and fixed before contract — delivered through our 21-section scoped process and one expert team that owns design, build, and finish.

09 393 5658 · 110 Carlton Gore Road, Newmarket

200+Auckland renovations completed since 2010

10yrMaster Builder Guarantee on every build

4.8★Across 34 Google reviews

2025House of the Year — Gold Award

Ready when you are

Let’s transform your Greenlane home — family life unlocked, value protected.

Book a free 30-minute consultation with Simon. Friendly, expert, and tailored to your Greenlane home — you leave with a clear view on scope, cost band, and the best path forward.

Book a Free Consultation

Or call Simon direct on 09 393 5658 · Prefer numbers first? Get an instant cost estimate →

What our customers say

Google Reviews

4.8 (34)

Review us on Google

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.

Posted on Google

Carl Anderson

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.

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.

Leah song

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.

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.

Colin McLennan

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.

Jo Nicoud-Garden

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.

K Noronha

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.

Your Greenlane home, opened up for modern family life — built for the central isthmus and the way you live.

Renovating in Greenlane means working with a varied housing stock right in the heart of the central isthmus.