Set within the relaxed coastal setting of Mt Maunganui, this renovation transforms an existing family home into a light-filled retreat designed for everyday living, entertaining and long summer weekends.

Working within the existing footprint, the design introduces a fourth bedroom while thoughtfully reconfiguring the plan to improve flow, strengthen the connection between spaces and bring greater clarity to family life. The kitchen and bathrooms have been completely reimagined, while subtle refinements to the exterior, including selective recladding and rationalised joinery, give the home a fresh yet familiar identity.

Drawing inspiration from Mt Maunganui's laid-back surf culture, the interiors embrace a palette of light timbers, textured tiles and natural finishes that create an airy, relaxed atmosphere. At the heart of the home, a generous kitchen island and window seat provides a sunny place to gather, read or watch the world go by, while a dedicated nook for the clients' record player and vinyl collection celebrates the slower rituals of home.

The result is a relaxed, highly functional family home that feels effortless and embraces its coastal setting while providing a timeless backdrop for years of entertaining, growing and living well.