Architectural Marble Renovation Remuera | Granite Workshop

A Grand Remuera Villa Reimagined in Expressive Marble

A richly layered renovation of an 1886 villa, where Montenegro, Pietra Grey and Rosso marble were crafted into bespoke architectural features with precision, artistry and refined execution.

Project: Private Residence
Location: Remuera, Auckland
Architecture: Sumich Chaplin Architects
Interior Design: JKW Interior Architecture and Design
Stone Features: Kitchen island, rangehood, splashback, pantry, fireplace, stair treads, bathroom vanities
Materials: Montenegro marble, Pietra Grey marble, Rosso marble
Granite Workshop Scope: Stone sourcing, detailing, fabrication and installation

A Historic Villa Reinvigorated Through Stone

At the centre of the renovation is a 4.2-metre Montenegro marble kitchen island, and benchtops,  designed as both a functional gathering space and a sculptural architectural feature. Handcrafted fluted curved waterfall ends, bullnose edge detailing, a marble-clad rangehood and a full-height bookmatched splashback create a kitchen that feels expressive, refined and deeply considered. 

This was a technically complex stone package requiring careful slab selection, veining control, precision templating, advanced fabrication and expert installation to achieve a seamless result.

Stone Detailing & Technical Execution

Feature points:

1. 4.2-metre Montenegro marble statement island
2. Handcrafted fluted curved waterfall ends
3. Intricate bullnose edge detailing
4. Full-height bookmatched marble splashback
5. Marble-clad rangehood and pantry detailing
6. Pietra Grey marble fire surround and hearth
7. Pietra Grey marble stair treads with detailed edges
8. Rosso marble vanity tops for bathrooms and ensuite
9. Precision site templating, fabrication and installation

Delivered in Collaboration with Leading Design Partners
Working alongside Sumich Chaplin Architects and JKW Interior Architecture and Design, Granite Workshop brought a highly detailed stone vision to life. The finished result reflects the value of early collaboration, specialist material knowledge and precision craftsmanship in achieving bespoke architectural outcomes.

Bring Your Stone Vision to Life

From expressive natural marble to complex architectural detailing, Granite Workshop works with architects, designers, builders and homeowners to source, fabricate and install exceptional stone features with precision.
 
 
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