This cosy flat was really in need of a complete update. The biggest issue was the bathroom/laundry with its rotten walls and really bad design. Easily fixed with some good ideas.
BEFORE PHOTOS
My goal when renovating is not always to change the space completely but change those things that don't work and keep those that do. With such a small area it was important to make all areas work as well as possible.
The brief was to create an interior that was uncluttered, calm, restful, contemporary and attractive to a wide range of people. All aspects were to be considered for wear and tear and easy care and keeping the budget tight. Designed specifically for the purpose of creating short term accommodation.
The location of the flat makes it an ideal spot for travellers, business people and holiday visitors to the Tasman area, being so close to the Abel Tasman walk way and the heart of Motueka town.
The lovely small native garden gives a relaxing feel and invites lovely birds to the garden.
Ideal for enjoying the last rays of the day with a cold beverage.
Everything in this flat was tackled, floors, kitchen, bathroom, bedrooms .Walls, ceilings, architraves and doors were painted by a professional painter. Yay for professional painters!
Dulux Pukaki half and Vivid White were the colours used on the interior and Double Pukaki on the exterior. Pukaki is a lovely restful blue/green/grey and one of my favourites from the Dulux colours of NZ range.
All the carpet was up lifted and replaced in all rooms with Karndean Country Oak, loose lay flooring. It’s easy care and great to look at. Replacing one plank if necessary is easy with this flooring. Using one flooring type and colour in all rooms gives good flow and increases a sense of space.
New carpet was bound and placed in bedrooms for softness underfoot and in the lounge area for visual zoning and comfort.
The kitchen cabinets, bench top and sink were replaced with a stylish contemporary look and lovely new white tiles with a crazed effect put on the splash back.
The pantry was stripped down, painted and now has a great storage system from Storage Box, which can be added to at any time.
New contemporary lighting was installed in the living areas and bathrooms which always makes a difference.The hallway light is made from an item I found in the Ecoshop, and the bedroom lights were bowls made into lampshades, to fit the scheme and the budget.
The hanging mirrors were made by me, from recycled bathroom cabinet mirrors and belts bought form Op shops, attached with screws all around the frame. I love them and I was glad to be up cycling.
The bedroom duvet covers and bed linen was thoughtfully considered and brings interest to the space with pattern and texture. Bedside tables and lamps were added and a suitcase bench for the master bedroom.
New curtains were made and new tracks installed in the lounge/dining along with contemporary sleek and stylish blinds from Sunproof Blinds for bedrooms, kitchen and bathroom.
Because space is minimal in the bedrooms, a linen curtain is used instead of a wardrobe door, this adds to the overall relaxing feel.
All the furniture was bought new and both lounge suite and dining chairs were chosen for the metal bases,being strong and less likely to break.
The fire was taken out and a heat pump was installed for safety and efficiency.
The bathroom/laundry was the room that needed the biggest changes, the shower wall was knocked down to open up the space and a shower cubicle was installed. A wet room and tile shower was cost prohibitive for this project. No pre-made vanity was going to fit in there as well as a washing machine so a vanity was designed and tiled with a woodgrain tile. This would accomodate both the washing machine as well as the sink. The sink is higher than normal due to the washing machine so a folding step is available for kiddies to use. The mirror cabinet has storage and adds to the depth of the whole room.
The space works so well now and it actually feels spacious, clean and bright.
Exterior painting tidied it all up and finished off the job nicely.
If you’re looking to stay in the Tasman area, check it out on Airbnb, you can book online.
https://www.airbnb.co.nz/rooms/21205491
