Raising a 100 year old villa to create an underground double garage, new downstairs level, and an extended upstairs living and dining area with outdoor decking. Façade and interior have a grand feel with the use of Victorian fittings, high ceilings, internal and external fireplaces, a snug with full-height library book shelves, and features such as large leadlight windows. Completed 2006.

“We undertook a significant renovation of our near 100 year old villa. Fortunately, a client referred us to Stephen Voyle, director of CONTEXT Architects – what a God send!

CONTEXT Architects stepped in and brought a difficult project in terms of resource management and building consent issues out of our mind’s eye and into fruition. The builders and subcontractors regularly commented on the thoroughness and usefulness of the building drawings and everyone has praised us on the outcome.

We could not have asked for better service from CONTEXT. They have always been available to us and have been able to resolve any unforeseen issues arising quickly, economically and without compromising our design ideals. We could not have asked for more and are thrilled beyond our greatest expectations with the outcome.”

Stuart & Charlotte Cummings
Grey Lynn, Auckland