Western Springs Relocation & Full Renovation – Character Home Transformation

Salt Projects took on the complete transformation of this character villa in Western Springs, delivering a complex project that involved house relocation, basement excavation, full recladding, and extensive renovations. This large-scale project was designed to both modernise the home and unlock the potential for future subdivision of the site.

The home was carefully relocated to the rear of the section, where we undertook a basement excavation, creating a new office space beneath the house. Once the groundwork was complete, the house was shifted forward and repositioned to the right side of the property, creating space for a new dwelling at the rear.

With the home repositioned, Salt Projects carried out a full extension off the rear, adding additional living space to suit modern family life. The entire exterior was meticulously restored — we stripped back the original timber weatherboards, repairing where necessary, and professionally repainted them to highlight the home’s timeless character. All existing joinery was replaced with custom double-glazed timber windows, blending modern performance with traditional charm. There wasn’t a single part of a the home we did not touch.

We also undertook all earthworks associated with the project, including excavation and landscaping work to install a brand new pool, seamlessly integrating it into the site.

This project highlights Salt Projects’ ability to manage complex relocations, major earthworks, character home restorations, and full exterior reclads, delivering high-quality results across Auckland. Whether you’re subdividing, extending, or modernising a villa, Salt Projects brings experience and expertise to every stage.

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