A classic villa gets a modern bathroom, laundry and exterior makeover in Hamilton East, Waikato

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For a property built in 1910, this Hamilton East villa was in great shape. But the bathroom and laundry area were lacking in the modern-day amenities department.

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New Bathroom Renovation in Hamilton East

Project support and guidance

Ian was happy with the concept designs and was keen to move forward. There wasn’t a strict timeline in place but, considering bathrooms are an essential facility, Ian wanted the project executed as quickly as possible. Mark estimated the bathroom renovation would take between four and six weeks. 

Unpleasant surprises

Luckily, Mark, Murray, and the team were keen to do things properly and brought this discovery to Ian’s attention. They discussed the options and decided that in order to move forward safely, the framing had to be replaced. Ian wasn’t thrilled about spending the extra time and money but he appreciated the teams’ integrity and wanted it done right.

Villa Renovation Services Hamilton 

What villa renovation services does Refresh Renovations® Hamilton provide?

  • Villa restorations
  • Villa extensions/additions
  • Bathroom renovations
  • Kitchen renovations
  • Home improvements
  • House renovations
  • Energy efficiency
  • Painting & decorating
  • Flooring installation
  • Electrical and plumbing work
Villa exterior renovation Hamilton with new paint new fittings - renovated by Mark Docherty
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Getting back on track

10 weeks and $89,500 later, Ian’s renovation was complete. The new walk-in shower features floor-to-ceiling stone tiles in an earthy tone that brings an air of sophistication and modernity to the space. Just outside the updated bathroom, the compact laundry area includes a basin, concealed storage, bench space with power points and a built-in washer/dryer combo. 

Final Thoughts

The rotting framing that was ignored by the previous builders (or owner) is a prime example of how things can go wrong during a renovation, but Mark’s professionalism and quick thinking proves that having a good team behind you is how you make things go right.

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This project was completed in
April 2023
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Project description
Bathroom renovation
Location
Waikato
New Zealand
Client
Project duration
10 weeks
Cost estimate
Actual cost
$89,500
Challenges
Discovering rotting timber.
Interesting aspects
Floor-to-ceiling feature tiles.
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Mark Docherty is Renovation Consultant of Docherty Properties Ltd, a franchisee of Renovation Franchise Ltd, doing business in Waikato.

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Villa exterior renovation Hamilton with new paint new fittings - renovated by Mark Docherty
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Renovated villa laundry area in Hamilton with white paint - renovated by Mark Docherty
Renovated villa bathroom renovation in Hamilton including a tiled walk in shower - renovated by Mark Docherty
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