For Mary & Hayden this renovation was driven by a strong sense of belonging and a commitment to family life. As a much loved family home set within the close-knit Karori community, the decision to stay was an easy one. With their children growing and roots firmly established, relocating to a larger home just didn't make sense. Instead, the focus became investing in the home they already cherished while maintaining the connections they valued most.
With limited space available on the section, our design looked upward, introducing a new storey that adds two generous bedrooms and a second bathroom. This thoughtful expansion provides the room this family needs now while future-proofing the home for years to come. More than just an addition, this renovation embraces the idea of this house as a long term family home - one designed to support not only the current generation, but those who follow as well.





