Building age and condition
Deterioration and the quality of earlier work determine the repair and preparation required.
Building renovation
A considered upgrade for an existing building
We start by understanding the condition and what can be retained, then sequence repairs, upgrades and finishes into a workable scope.
Renovation & Restoration
Every existing building has different conditions
Renovation differs from new construction because some conditions are only revealed during inspection or selective opening. We begin by documenting what can be seen, understanding the future use and defining which elements remain and which require repair or replacement.
The scope may involve finish repairs, an interior refresh, waterproofing treatment or wider building upgrades. Where signs indicate that a structural or specialist assessment is needed, that requirement is identified before an execution solution is confirmed.
Work that may form part of a renovation
- Review of visible condition and documentation of damaged or aged areas.
- Selective removal of in-scope elements and preparation of substrates.
- Treatment of cracks and surface damage according to the identified cause and approved solution.
- Repair or replacement of waterproofing to roofs and wet areas where required.
- Upgrades to floors, walls, ceilings, paint, joinery and openings.
- Sequenced work that protects retained elements and reduces clashes.
How an existing property is approached
- 01
Inspect and document
Current use, visible condition, known problems and the owner's intended changes are reviewed.
- 02
Define retained and changed work
Removal, repair, replacement and finishes are separated, including assumptions about concealed conditions.
- 03
Execute by stage
Preparation leads into repairs and concealed work before surfaces are closed and new finishes installed.
- 04
Inspect and return to use
Observations, cleanliness and readiness of the delivered areas are reviewed within the agreed scope.
Renovation cost and timing factors
Inspection reduces uncertainty but cannot always reveal what is behind every surface. Renovation estimates are affected by:
Concealed conditions
Opening or removal may reveal details that need review before closing and finishing continue.
Continued occupancy
Work in an occupied property may require phased areas, added protection and separate routes.
Retention versus replacement
Protecting existing elements needs different coordination from replacing an entire space.
New finish selections
Product availability and compatibility with existing dimensions affect programme and cost.
Renovation FAQs
Can renovation be priced from photos alone?
Photos are useful for an initial understanding, but inspection is often needed to assess dimensions, substrates, access and interfaces before defining a more accurate scope.
Can renovation happen while the building is occupied?
It depends on the activities, risk, noise, dust and movement routes. Phased delivery can be assessed where the nature of the project allows it.
What happens if an issue appears after removal?
The newly exposed condition is documented and its impact and proposed solution are reviewed before additional out-of-scope work proceeds.
Can renovation include leak treatment?
Waterproofing repair or treatment can form part of the scope after the source, system and substrate condition have been assessed.
Services that support renovation
ServicesFinishing & Fit-Out
Coordinated interior and exterior finishes, from plastering and flooring to ceilings, joinery, aluminium and glass.
View serviceWaterproofing & Insulation
Waterproofing for foundations, roofs and wet areas, with substrate preparation, detailing and protection to project requirements.
View serviceGuides for planning these works
The factors that influence villa finishing cost
Understand the main drivers of finishing cost, including existing condition, scope, materials, detailing, procurement, programme, and changes.
Read guideA practical construction and finishing handover checklist
A structured checklist for reviewing documents, finishes, openings, services, wet areas, and observations before project handover.
Read guide
Show us the building's current condition
Send clear photos, the property location and a description of the issue and intended change so we can identify the information or inspection needed.