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Freemans Bay, Auckland

A Freemans Bay townhouse is elegantly renovated to create sun-drenched living spaces and a seamless connection with the outdoors.

In 2018 we were approached by the owners to help them update their dark Freemans Bay townhouse to allow more light, living space and a secure off-street garage.

The orientation of the property meant the sun was pouring into their underutilized, front garden. In order to give the clients a new sun-drenched living space, we extended the house into the front to allow for a new open plan dining area and a second sunken lounge.

To connect the new living space with the front garden and allow an abundance of natural light, we installed large skylights and aluminium joinery which opened on to a new sun-filled deck.

The landscaping at the front of the property was carefully constructed with feature floating stairs leading down to a striking Japanese garden and coy pond, creating a private oasis in the middle of the city.

Photographed by Michelle Wier

Urry + Burgess Construction

About the
Professional

Build or renovate with Urry & Burgess Construction and you know you will be working with committed, reliable builders with exacting standards for quality and craftsmanship. An exceptional eye for details means we are only satisfied with the highest standard of finish. As such, we take pride in every job we complete, whether big or small.

Our Philosophy
At the forefront of our business are the values by which we were raised – trust, integrity, accountability and commitment. These drive us to provide you with the best results and create something that we are proud to be a part of. Determined to make it as easy a process as possible, we believe transparency and communication are key. We are committed to providing an exceptional construction service, while also building our relationships with clients and other industry experts – so you can build with confidence.

Our Approach
Our approach to building is the key to the overall success of every project we are part of, and the complete satisfaction of all our clients. Beginning with a full understanding of your goals, every build, whether big or small, is tailored to meet your specific needs.

We understand that building a new property, or renovating an existing one can be a stressful and complicated process. At UBC, comprehensive planning and communication with our qualified subcontractors and suppliers enables us to keep a consistent view across timings and budgets, keeping you well-informed along the way.

We pride ourselves on our ability to work along-side clients and industry partners alike, working collaboratively to exceed client expectations. With a professional approach and an extensive understanding of the building industry, our projects are built with care and attention to detail.

Our Services
UBC has a proven track record in the successful delivery of both residential and commercial projects. Our residential services include new home builds, renovations and extensions. Within the commercial sector, we specialise in the construction, refurbishment or upgrading of existing commercial or corporate spaces.

Thorough project and construction management ensures administration, programming and reporting is accurate and transparent to everyone involved. This results in a comprehensive understanding of our clients expectations and the delivery of quality projects.

Our Experience
UBC is the product of our directors’ long history and strong commitment to providing quality builds across both the residential and commercial sectors. Our collective experience of over 25 years for delivering all aspects of a project enables us to offer practical and cost-effective solutions for even the most complex building projects.

From custom building high-end architectural homes and property development to the modernisation of corporate workplaces, our workmanship and project management skills have been tried and tested – both internationally and here in New Zealand.