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A beautifully crafted modern home that proudly upholds its original charm.

Built by Ryan Seath, LOCHRYAN Builders Limited
www.lochryanbuilders.co.nz

Project Year: 2022

Country: New Zealand

Once famous for the grand brick staircase on its front facade, this Tauranga character home has undergone an extensive renovation to bring it back to its former glory.

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A beautifully crafted modern home that proudly upholds its original charm.

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A striking new staircase, stretches from the open-plan living area on the lower level, to the landing and bedrooms on the upper level. Its two large black steel stringers and handrails were fabricated by a local welder and the adjoining treads were machined from douglas fir, repurposed from the...

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White walls in the living areas flow to light stone bench tops, contrasting with dark oak cabinetry in the spacious galley kitchen.

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Downstairs, modern touches play a starring role with crisp

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