Origin’s Home Renovation Guide
Whether you're dreaming of a refreshed kitchen, a new bathroom, or a full-scale home extension, renovating your home is a significant step that requires careful planning, creative design, and reliable execution. At Origin, we bring together architectural expertise, integrated interior design, and a network of trusted builders to deliver seamless, high-quality renovations across New Zealand.
This guide is your comprehensive roadmap to a successful renovation project — from initial ideas to completed construction.
Why Renovate?
Home renovations can:
Improve functionality and space utilisation
Add significant value to your property
Modernise outdated interiors
Enhance energy efficiency and comfort
Adapt your home to changing needs or lifestyles
Whether it's a kitchen upgrade, a bathroom revamp, or a full home makeover, renovations are an opportunity to enhance how you live every day.
Types of Renovation Projects
Home Extensions
Add living space with rear, side, or upper-level extensions. Great for growing families, creating open-plan areas, or adding home offices and studios.
Kitchen Renovations
Design layouts that optimise flow and function. Our interior design team integrates custom cabinetry, lighting, and durable, stylish finishes tailored to your lifestyle.
Bathroom Upgrades
From compact en suites to luxury spa-like bathrooms, we deliver smart layouts, quality materials, and a cohesive interior design strategy.
Full Home Renovations
Revamp the entire home with updated interiors, structural reconfiguration, improved insulation, and cohesive design language throughout.
Our Renovation Process
1. Initial Consultation
We begin with a site visit or virtual meeting to discuss your goals, inspiration, timeline, and budget.
2. Concept Design
Our architectural team develops layout options and 3D visuals. We explore spatial flow, natural light, and how the renovation will integrate with your existing home.
3. Interior Design Integration
Our in-house interior designers collaborate with you on finishes, colour palettes, lighting, and fittings to ensure aesthetic cohesion.
4. Developed Design & Documentation
We produce detailed plans and documentation required for council consent and accurate pricing.
5. Council Consent & Compliance
We manage all building consent applications and coordinate with consultants (e.g. structural, drainage) where required.
6. Build Cost Planning
We collaborate early with our preferred builders to estimate and control costs from the outset. This design-and-build alignment helps minimise budget surprises.
7. Construction Oversight
Once on site, we stay engaged with the builder and client to ensure the design is delivered as intended. We troubleshoot issues, answer queries, and ensure quality control.
Why Choose Origin Architecture?
Integrated Architecture + Interiors
We provide a cohesive design service where interiors and architecture are considered together for a seamless finish.
Preferred Builder Network
We've partnered with reliable, experienced builders across the country. This allows for early-stage cost input and efficient design-to-build handover.
Cost-Conscious Design
We design with your budget in mind and aim to achieve high impact without unnecessary complexity.
Local Knowledge
We understand local council rules, New Zealand building codes, and regional conditions, ensuring smooth compliance and consent processes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need council consent for my renovation?
Yes, most structural changes or extensions require building consent. We handle this for you.
Can you help with budgeting?
Yes. We involve our builder partners early to help align design choices with your financial goals.
Can you work with my own builder?
Absolutely. We're happy to collaborate with your preferred team.