Sitting on the beautiful Banks Peninsula, this 1960s state house overlooks the delightful Lyttelton Harbour and beyond.

The home was in need of refreshing and an extension to accommodate a growing family. The renovation involved a full change to the existing upper-floor layout and a large extension to the unused and overgrown area at the back of the property. An aspect that the owners wanted to retain was the original colour scheme, and this has been answered with splashes of greens and yellows.

A magnificent, timber-lined kitchen/dining/living now sits three storeys up with breathtaking views of the harbour. Open-plan with plenty of windows to capture the view, this area also has a built-in window seat and fireplace. Large glass sliders with yellow trim open out from here onto the 80sqm hardwood deck, which is a perfect place to sit back with whanau and friends.

A separate lounge area with study nook is an ideal spot to take some time out. Two bathrooms and four bedrooms, including a guest suite, complete this dynamic home.