Renovation Portfolio

David Todd provides complete renovation architectural design services for house renovations, creative refurbishments and reworking of existing homes across Nelson Tasman. With over 40 years of experience, David blends practical insight with modern materials and energy‑efficient solutions to refresh and transform homes.

For a smooth renovation journey, he can also manage your building contract and offer site observation as needed — guiding each project from concept design through to completion.

Modern front entryway with a yellow door, wooden framing, and large glass panes, surrounded by plants and decorative sculptures.

A complete refurbishment transforming an existing home into a modern, light-filled family residence—combining thoughtful layout changes with updated materials to enhance comfort and style.

Doherty House

Modern two-story house with gray siding, front entryway with large square columns, and landscaped yard.

Full renovation that reimagined the home inside and out — improving layout, light, and flow to create a modern, functional living space tailored to family life. 2010 ADNZ Resene Winner Nelson Marlborough Region.

Riley House

Outdoor patio with dining table and chairs, view of a modern indoor-outdoor room with large windows, outdoor furniture with floral cushions, lush greenery and hillside houses in the background.

A full renovation of a character villa, carefully updated to introduce more natural light and open, flowing spaces — while preserving the charm and detail of the original home. 2018 ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards Nelson Marlborough Commended.

Turama Orangery

Modern two-story house with a rooftop deck, outdoor stairs, and a landscaped yard.

A dramatic seaside renovation that completely reimagined the original home. Redesigned from the ground up, the new layout maximises ocean views, natural light, and indoor-outdoor flow — resulting in a crisp, modern coastal home with no trace of its former structure.

Hamilton House

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