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A Complete Renovation Was Given To This 1980s Plaster Clad House

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A Complete Renovation Was Given To This 1980s Plaster Clad House

December 17, 2023

A renovated 1980's plaster clad home in New Zealand, was given a contemporary dark wood exterior and new windows.

Michael Cooper Architects has shared photos of a 1980s plaster-clad home in Auckland, New Zealand, that they renovated to bring it up to today’s standards.

The house needed a re-design inside and out, with the clients requesting a contemporary design.

BEFORE - A renovated 1980's plaster clad home in New Zealand, was given a contemporary dark wood exterior and new windows.

The clients also wanted a design that used texture on the home’s exterior, with an interior that evoked feelings of light and airiness.

A renovated 1980's plaster clad home in New Zealand, was given a contemporary dark wood exterior and new windows.

The exterior of the home, which is clad in dark wood in both horizontal and vertical directions, also features black window frames.

The exterior of this renovated home, which is clad in dark wood in both horizontal and vertical directions, also features black window frames.

Tall windows allow the natural light to shine through to the interior, while in the evening, glimpses of the interior and the glow from the lights can be seen.

Tall windows allow the natural light to shine through to the interior of this renovated home, while in the evening, glimpses of the interior as well as the glow from the lights can be seen.

Wood stairs that travel through the garden have also been included.

Wood stairs that travel through the garden.

Inside, the main social areas of the home are open plan, with the living room, dining area, and kitchen sharing the space. Skylights add even more natural light to the space.

Inside this renovated home, the main social areas of the home are open plan, with the living room, dining area, and kitchen sharing the space. Skylights add even more natural light to the space.

An L-shaped window bench in one of the bedrooms creates a quiet place to relax and enjoy the view.

A contemporary bedroom with an L-shaped window seat.
Photography by Mark Scowen Photography

Source: Contemporist