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James Hunt Residential Transforming spaces into personalised havens, our renovation expertise goes beyond construction.

Keep the character or modernise it?When it comes to renovating an older home, you don’t always have to choose one or the...
28/10/2026

Keep the character or modernise it?

When it comes to renovating an older home, you don’t always have to choose one or the other.

We love working with older homes and finding ways to bring them up to date while keeping the features that give them their character.

It might be restoring original timber, keeping those beautiful high ceilings or traditional details, while adding a modern kitchen, a better layout or more practical living spaces.

The trick is getting the balance right so the home still feels like itself, just better suited to the way you live today.

Every home is different, and sometimes the best result comes from blending the old with the new.

What would you choose for your home — keep it traditional, go modern, or a bit of both?

James Hunt Residential
Create your slice of paradise.

Happy Labour Day - Pondering life and looking forward to Summer, makes us think of things to be grateful for.........Thi...
25/10/2026

Happy Labour Day - Pondering life and looking forward to Summer, makes us think of things to be grateful for.........

Things we love about building in Selwyn.

The people, the rural lifestyle, the local businesses and the strong sense of community.

We love being part of an area where people look out for each other, support local and take pride in where they live.

We’re proud to call Selwyn home and to help local families create spaces they love.

James Hunt Residential
Create your slice of paradise.

Good storage is one of those things you appreciate every single day.Sometimes the most useful space in your home is the ...
23/10/2026

Good storage is one of those things you appreciate every single day.

Sometimes the most useful space in your home is the space you’re not using properly.

Awkward corners, unused cupboards and poorly planned layouts can all mean you’re missing out on valuable storage.

A renovation doesn’t always mean adding more space. Sometimes it’s about making better use of what you already have.

James Hunt Residential
Create your slice of paradise.

What makes a house feel bigger?It’s not always about adding more square metres. Sometimes it comes down to how the space...
18/10/2026

What makes a house feel bigger?

It’s not always about adding more square metres. Sometimes it comes down to how the space is laid out and how you use it.

A few things that can make a real difference:

• Better flow between the kitchen, dining and living areas.
• More natural light to open up a room.
• Clever storage to reduce clutter.
• Making better use of awkward corners and unused spaces.
• Connecting indoor and outdoor living areas.

Often, a few well-planned changes can make your home feel more open, practical and enjoyable to live in, without the cost of a full extension.

Before you start thinking about building bigger, it’s worth looking at what you could do with the space you already have.

James Hunt Residential
Create your slice of paradise.

Signs your house may need some maintenance.It’s easy to put maintenance off until something goes wrong, but catching sma...
15/10/2026

Signs your house may need some maintenance.

It’s easy to put maintenance off until something goes wrong, but catching small issues early can save you a lot of time and money down the track.

Here are a few things worth keeping an eye on:

• Cracked or peeling paint, especially around windows and doors.
• Gutters overflowing or leaking when it rains.
• Soft or spongy timber on decks, steps or window sills.
• Cracks appearing around doors and windows.
• Water stains on ceilings or walls.
• Windows and doors that suddenly become difficult to open or close.
• Loose roofing, damaged flashings or signs of leaks.

Not every crack or patch of peeling paint means there’s a major problem, but it’s worth investigating before things get worse.

A little preventative maintenance now can help protect your home for years to come.

You don’t always need a bigger house. Sometimes you just need to make better use of the space you’ve got.A few well-plan...
12/10/2026

You don’t always need a bigger house. Sometimes you just need to make better use of the space you’ve got.

A few well-planned changes can make a big difference. Better storage, a more practical layout or improving the flow between rooms can completely change how your home works for you.

Before you think about extending, let’s look at what’s possible with the space you already have.

Sometimes the best solution is right there in front of you.

James Hunt Residential
Create your slice of paradise.

04/10/2026
Warmer weather means more time reaching for the water bottle.Why not make sure the water coming from your tap tastes gre...
24/09/2026

Warmer weather means more time reaching for the water bottle.

Why not make sure the water coming from your tap tastes great?

We can install water filtration for the whole home or just at the kitchen sink, depending on what works for you.

We can also take care of the ongoing maintenance, with scheduled filter changes and call-outs when they’re due.

Simple. Fresh. Great-tasting water, straight from the tap.

If it’s something you’ve been thinking about, get in touch and we’ll talk through the options.

James Hunt Residential — creating your slice of paradise.

Address

27 Vogel Street
Sheffield
7500

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 6pm
Tuesday 7am - 6pm
Wednesday 7am - 6pm
Thursday 7am - 6pm
Friday 7am - 6pm

Telephone

+64274660092

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