We had the opportunity to speak to Archipro about navigating historic renovations. In thie article, we explore the ins and outs of working with heritage homes, common obstacles and how the right team plays an incredibly crucial role in a project's success.
Heritage restorations stand as an archetypal style of Auckland City architecture.
Blending historic charm with modern construction, the art behind this preservation requires a careful balance of skill and an appreciation for the vintage—this is all without mentioning budget navigation, zoning regulations and unforeseen structural challenges.
We are no strangers to historical renovations and have successfully completed an excavation and expansion of a Grey Lynn bungalow, a total transformation of a heritage home nestled on Richmond Road, and created more indoor-outfoor flow for the owners of a Tudor-style home in Parnell. With a team collated of Licensed Building Practitioners and Registered Master Builders, we approach each heritage project meticulously...
“You can also maintain the heritage significance while introducing modern elements. This is a great opportunity to see how far you can push things, especially with technology these days. You see companies now producing light fittings and door and window hardware with a heritage feel and look but are highly spec’d and/or full of advanced technology to suit certain buildings or clients. You also have to approach heritage renovations with a team that knows the regulations with the unitary plan and what rules are in place to keep the heritage aspect of a building.” - Mike Smith, Woodsmith Building Co.
