New Multi-Purpose Garden Studio Adds Value to Auckland Central Bungalow

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New studio in a backyard with deck and BBQ

When plans were foiled to install a pool in the backyard of this Auckland Central property, Refresh Renovation Consultant, Maree De Latour, worked with the homeowners to come up with a viable alternative, and a successful one at that. After just ten weeks, the bungalow had a stunning addition to its backyard. A 32 sqm studio with a lovely outlook to the lawn and garden, which can double as a haven to work in, a retreat to stay in, or a rumpus room to play in for years to come.

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The homeowners of this Auckland Central bungalow had exciting plans for their new purchase, which included installing a pool and creating an outdoor area. However, there are times when no matter how much wishful thinking is undertaken, some things just aren’t possible.

That was the case for these homeowners. Having called upon the expertise of local Renovation Consultant, Maree De Latour, it was during the concept and feasibility stage that rock was discovered which would need to be excavated. This put paid to the pool. A viable alternative proved to be the design and build of a beautiful, multi-purpose, garden studio.

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Ten weeks later and this Auckland Central bungalow had a stunning addition to its backyard. A 32 sqm studio with a lovely outlook to the lawn and garden, which can double as a haven to work in, a retreat to stay in, or a rumpus room to play in for years to come.

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This project was completed in
December 2023
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Project description
Garden Studio
Location
Auckland
New Zealand
Client
Project duration
219 days
Cost estimate
$300,000
Actual cost
$250,000
Challenges
Keeping the project plan on track was difficult with the Xmas break resulting in trades taking holidays. We worked closely with the trades to ensure they could be on site when we needed them and adjusted the plan as required to keep everything on track.
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John de Latour is Renovation Consultant of JMDEL LIMITED, a franchisee of Renovation Franchise Ltd, doing business in Auckland Central.

Maree de Latour is Renovation Consultant of JMDEL LIMITED, a franchisee of Renovation Franchise Ltd, doing business in Auckland Central.

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