Renovating and extending a beloved family homestead with respect and sensitivity is a big responsibility. It’s one that fell to the team from Roger Gilchrist Building Services, who set about transforming the rambling pre-1900s property north of Oamaru. It was a significant task. The owners wanted to bring the home up to a standard of 21st-century luxury, blending old and new – a country estate reimagined. They also wanted the renovation to honour history and memories of the house, and respect the intergenerational family residing here. Architecture needed to open the property to becoming an oasis for health and wellness. No easy feat, given the length of the wish-list, but one look at the property and you can see that something quite special has occurred here. The exterior and grounds have retained their heritage, while rooms have been created or opened up to natural light with skylights and glass ceilings. The transition from the old to the new and back again has been handled with skill, craftsmanship and the high level of sensitivity required. Everything melds seamlessly in this 783sqm mansion with multiple bedrooms, bathrooms and living rooms. It’s magical.
NATIONAL AWARDS WON
National Supreme Renovation of the Year
National Category Winner
National Kitchen Excellence
Top 100
REGIONAL AWARDS WON
Regional Supreme Renovation of the Year
Regional Category Winner
Regional Gold