Once owned by the Education Board, this Port Chalmers house has undergone major renovations but still has its original footprint and plenty of character. : Nothing shy about restoration of Port Chalmers house

The dining room features a 1930s dining suite and Selar Henderson’s collection of West German pottery from the 1960s and 1970s. The larger artworks are by Manu Berry and Nigel Wilson. : Nothing shy about restoration of Port Chalmers house

The entry hall features a tropical print above green-painted Analypta wallpaper. PHOTOS: LINDA ROBERTSON : Nothing shy about restoration of Port Chalmers house

Every inch of space has been put to good use in the small but striking bathroom. PHOTOS: LINDA ROBERTSON : Nothing shy about restoration of Port Chalmers house

Birds and blooms are a recurring theme in the home’s wallpapers. This photo is of the guest bedroom. : Nothing shy about restoration of Port Chalmers house

This rose was one of only half a dozen plants on the large section when owner Kaye Henderson moved in. : Nothing shy about restoration of Port Chalmers house

The embossed leather settee in the entry hall was made by Dunedin firm Scoullar and Chisholm in about 1920. : Nothing shy about restoration of Port Chalmers house

Photo: Linda Robertson : Nothing shy about restoration of Port Chalmers house

Photo: Linda Robertson : Nothing shy about restoration of Port Chalmers house

Photo: Linda Robertson : Nothing shy about restoration of Port Chalmers house

Photo: Linda Robertson : Nothing shy about restoration of Port Chalmers house