Clearcut Building Solutions

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Interior villa renovation with open plan kitchen and living in Wellington

About us

Trusted Villa Renovation Specialists In Wellington

We specialise in restoring and renovating Wellington’s iconic villas — preserving their original character while upgrading them for modern living. From weatherboard repairs and foundations to open-plan kitchen-living redesigns and contemporary extensions, we bring heritage homes back to life with accuracy, transparent communication, and a genuine respect for craftsmanship. Whether it’s a full villa restoration or a targeted upgrade, our approach is the same one we bring to all our home renovations across Wellington.

Heritage Assessment, Design, and Restoration

Character-Sensitive Layouts with Premium Materials

Modern Upgrades That Honour Original Character

Our Projects

Our Wellington Villa Renovation Gallery

Browse our recent villa renovation projects across Wellington. Each one showcases the careful balance between preserving original character and introducing modern design — from full villa restorations in Thorndon to kitchen and bathroom upgrades in Mt Victoria and Kelburn.

3-Step Process

Our Villa Renovation Process

Every successful villa renovation begins with understanding the home’s history and unique character. Our process ensures your Wellington villa is restored with care, upgraded for modern comfort, and built to last another century.

Testimonials

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Cris Adam

Great job building two new rooms for us. The sub contractors used were excellent, very helpful and friendly. We are very happy with the end result. We have no issues recommending Ben and his team.

Luke Currie

Outstanding work from Clearcut Building Solutions. I couldn’t be happier with the quality and professionalism of their team. They worked tirelessly to finish the project ahead of schedule. Their attention to detail, communication, and dedication were top-notch.

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Clearcut Building Solutions did an extension on our house. They were professional and their workmanship was second to none. Ben was very professional in working with us and his advice was valued. I would not hesitate to work with them again.

WHY CLEARCUT

Why Choose Us For Villa Renovations?

Renovating a villa is a specialist job — not every builder understands the complexities of heritage foundations, native timber framing, weatherboard detailing, and period-accurate joinery. At Clearcut, we combine decades of experience with a genuine passion for preserving Wellington’s architectural heritage.
Renovated Wellington villa exterior with restored weatherboard cladding

we cover the entire wellington region

Our Villa Renovation Service Areas

We renovate villas across Wellington’s most character-rich suburbs. From the heritage streets of Thorndon, Mt Victoria, and Aro Valley to the established homes of Kelburn, Wadestown, Khandallah, and Karori. We also serve the Hutt Valley including Petone’s workers’ cottages and Lower Hutt’s bungalows, plus Porirua and the wider Wellington region.
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Villa renovations typically take between 3 and 9 months depending on the scope of work. Simpler upgrades like bathroom or kitchen renovations within a villa may take 8–12 weeks, while full restorations involving foundations, weatherboard replacement, and extensions can take 6–9 months. We provide a detailed timeline during the quoting stage so you know exactly what to expect.

Most villa renovations in Wellington require building consent, especially if you are making structural changes, altering the building envelope, or adding extensions. Work on heritage-listed villas may also require resource consent from Wellington City Council. We handle all consent applications as part of our service so you do not need to manage the paperwork yourself.

Villa renovation costs in Wellington typically range from $3,000 to $5,000+ per square metre depending on the scope of work, the condition of the existing structure, and the level of finish. Simpler interior upgrades sit at the lower end, while full restorations involving foundations, re-piling, weatherboard replacement, and extensions sit higher. We provide a detailed, fixed-scope quote after our on-site assessment so there are no surprises.

Yes. We work closely with you and, where needed, with architects who specialise in heritage homes to plan layouts that respect your villa’s original character while adding the modern functionality you need. We can advise on everything from open-plan conversions to sympathetic extensions.

All our villa renovations are backed by the Halo 10-Year Residential Guarantee, giving you long-term protection and confidence in the quality of our workmanship and materials.

HAVE QUESTIONS?

FAQs

Curious about renovating your villa in Wellington? Our FAQs cover key topics such as heritage considerations, weatherboard repairs, foundation upgrades, pricing, timelines, and what to expect during a villa renovation.

Contact Us

Have questions about your villa renovation in Wellington? Get in touch with our team today to arrange a free on-site consultation and discover how we can restore and modernise your heritage home.

Discuss Your Project

Our Wellington Villa Renovation Blog

Restored character villa exterior with white weatherboard cladding in Wellington
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Renovating a Character Home in Wellington: What to Expect

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Healthy Homes Standards NZ: What Wellington Homeowners Need to Know [2026]

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Should You Renovate or Rebuild Your Wellington Home?

A Wellington homeowner's guide to deciding between renovating and rebuilding. Covers costs per sqm, heritage rules, earthquake considerations, and common scenarios to help you make ...
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