A double-height void and large windows create a sense of space and light in the living area.
A double-height void and large windows create a sense of space and light in the living area.
Antique furniture adds warmth and character to the modern interior. In the area under the stairs, a 19th century Dutch chair sits beside a reproduction piece from Alsace that is over a century old.
Antique furniture adds warmth and character to the modern interior. In the area under the stairs, a 19th century Dutch chair sits beside a reproduction piece from Alsace that is over a century old.
The glass behind the bath can be made transparent or opaque at the flick of a switch, providing picturesque views or privacy.
The glass behind the bath can be made transparent or opaque at the flick of a switch, providing picturesque views or privacy.
A collection of tea cups takes pride of place in the pantry.
A collection of tea cups takes pride of place in the pantry.
The main bedroom has bush and harbour views.
The main bedroom has bush and harbour views.
Renovation no, redesign yes
Renovation no, redesign yes
The kitchen cabinets and flooring are American white oak. A sliding door at one end of the room opens on to the original deck.
The kitchen cabinets and flooring are American white oak. A sliding door at one end of the room opens on to the original deck.
Renovation no, redesign yes
Renovation no, redesign yes
Renovation no, redesign yes
Renovation no, redesign yes
The welcoming entry is reflected in a vintage mirror.
The welcoming entry is reflected in a vintage mirror.
Both keen readers, the owners opted for a library rather than a media room. The shelves hold books, music and models of classic aeroplanes.
Both keen readers, the owners opted for a library rather than a media room. The shelves hold books, music and models of classic aeroplanes.
The mezzanine above the main living area offers views of Otago Harbour.
The mezzanine above the main living area offers views of Otago Harbour.
The sitting room on the top level has sliding windows facing the Town Belt.
The sitting room on the top level has sliding windows facing the Town Belt.
The garage, cantilevered over a steep bank, required a considerable amount of engineering.
The garage, cantilevered over a steep bank, required a considerable amount of engineering.
Renovation no, redesign yes
One thing led to another when a Dunedin couple thought about gaining more living space. Kim Dungey reports. What started out as a modest renovation...