How to Renovate a Lockwood Home in NZ (2026): Costs, Painting, Insulation & Modernising Tips

Lockwood living room with exposed pine beam ceiling and French doors opening to the deck

Lockwood homes are unique — and renovating them requires a different approach to consent, materials and structure. How to modernise a Lockwood home without compromising what makes it valuable.

Doubling the Floor Area — Mt Roskill Second Storey + Louvretec

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Suresh had raised his family in his Mt Roskill home — but as grandchildren arrived, the space couldn’t keep up. A second storey extension doubled the floor area and gave every generation room to breathe.

When Selling Isn’t an Option — Epsom Reclad + Extension

Recladded plaster home finished in vertical white weatherboard with second-storey extension — Epsom recladding project by Add Value Renovations

Lee’s Epsom home had been slowly destroyed by water damage, making it unsellable. Instead of walking away, the family chose a full reclad and extension — and transformed a liability into an asset.

A Home Built for the Next Chapter — Onehunga Ground Floor Extension

Ground floor master suite extension — Onehunga home extension by Add Value Renovations

Ian and Fiona knew exactly what their retirement should look like: a master bedroom on the ground floor, no stairs, and space for family to visit. Their Onehunga extension made that vision real.

Opening Up a Bungalow — West Auckland Bungalow Open-Plan

Modern white kitchen with black range hood and tiled splashback in West Auckland bungalow renovation

Simon and Michelle’s West Auckland bungalow was dark, cramped and stuck in the past. Opening up the kitchen to the living area brought in light, space and a layout that finally suits how they live.

Expanding More Than Space — North Shore Bathroom Addition + Interior

Modern timber-beamed bedroom with neutral palette and natural light.

Dylan and Hannah’s North Shore home had the warmth — just not the room. A bathroom addition and interior transformation gave their growing family the space to live, and the style to love it.

Redefining Home — South Auckland Kitchen + Bathroom

Open-plan kitchen with large windows, ample sunlight, and modern flooring

Emel and Liya wanted more than a cosmetic upgrade — they wanted a safe, functional home for their growing family. Their South Auckland kitchen and bathroom renovation delivered exactly that.

A Home Reborn — North Shore Extension + Conservatory

Bright, open-plan kitchen with white cabinetry and sliding glass doors opening to deck with scenic bush views

Ben and Sugar’s North Shore home hadn’t changed since 1959. After 20 years of memories, they were ready for a new chapter — a home extension and conservatory that brought light, space and joy.

More Space, More Joy — Rodney, Auckland Bathroom Addition + Reno

Auckland home renovations with open plan living and fire place

Simon and Joanna didn’t want a bigger house — they wanted a better one. A bathroom addition and whole-home renovation gave their Auckland family the space and flow their daily life needed.

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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

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.

How to Renovate a Lockwood Home in NZ (2026): Costs, Painting, Insulation & Modernising Tips

Doubling the Floor Area — Mt Roskill Second Storey + Louvretec

When Selling Isn’t an Option — Epsom Reclad + Extension

A Home Built for the Next Chapter — Onehunga Ground Floor Extension

Opening Up a Bungalow — West Auckland Bungalow Open-Plan

Expanding More Than Space — North Shore Bathroom Addition + Interior

Redefining Home — South Auckland Kitchen + Bathroom

A Home Reborn — North Shore Extension + Conservatory

More Space, More Joy — Rodney, Auckland Bathroom Addition + Reno

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