A complete flat renovation gives every room an opportunity to work better together. Instead of improving one area while leaving the rest of the property untouched, the kitchen, bathrooms, toilet, bedrooms and living spaces can all be completed as part of one coordinated project.
This full flat renovation at Viewcraig Gardens in Edinburgh is a good example of the wider property renovation work completed by AVO Renovations. The project involved upgrading the principal rooms throughout the flat, including the kitchen, bathrooms, separate toilet, bedrooms and shared living areas.
By coordinating the different stages of the renovation, we were able to create a clean and consistent finish across the property. Each room has its own purpose and character, but the completed spaces now feel like parts of the same home.
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A Complete Flat Renovation at Viewcraig Gardens
Renovating an entire flat requires careful coordination. Kitchen installation, bathroom work, flooring, plumbing, electrical work, joinery, preparation and decorating all need to happen in the correct order.
At Viewcraig Gardens, the work was approached as one complete project rather than a collection of unrelated room improvements. This allowed the practical work and final finishes to be coordinated across the flat.
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The renovation covered:
- Kitchen installation and finishing
- Bathroom renovation
- Shower-room improvements
- Separate toilet refurbishment
- Bedroom renovations
- Living and dining areas
- New flooring
- Joinery and finishing work
- Wall preparation and decorating
- Plumbing and electrical work where required
The result is a brighter, more comfortable property with practical rooms and a consistent finish throughout.
Homeowners considering several connected improvements can learn more about AVO’s approach to a complete home renovation in Edinburgh.
Kitchen Renovation and Installation
The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in any flat, particularly when it also connects visually with the dining or living space.
For the Viewcraig Gardens project, the kitchen was renovated to create a cleaner, brighter and more practical environment. The finished room features modern cabinets, contrasting worktops and integrated appliances, producing a streamlined appearance without making the space feel overly complicated.
The neutral cabinet colour helps reflect natural light, while the darker worktops provide contrast and define the main preparation areas. The simple colour combination also works well with the flooring and surrounding rooms.
Good kitchen installation involves more than fitting cabinets. The space must be properly prepared before the units, appliances and final surfaces are installed. Depending on the existing property, this can include plumbing alterations, electrical work, wall preparation, flooring and finishing.
Completing these stages in the correct sequence helps ensure:
- Cabinets are fitted securely and accurately
- Worktops sit correctly
- Appliances fit neatly into the kitchen
- Plumbing and electrical connections are properly positioned
- Walls and floors are prepared before the final installation
- Finishing panels, trims and other details are completed properly
The completed kitchen at Viewcraig Gardens now feels connected to the rest of the renovated flat. It provides a practical area for cooking and storage while maintaining the simple, contemporary style used across the property.
AVO works with kitchens purchased from different suppliers and completes the preparation, fitting and related renovation work. You can find more information on our Kitchen Installation Edinburgh hub.
Where a project involves removing an older kitchen and improving the entire room—not only fitting the new units—our kitchen renovation services in Edinburgh can cover the connected work required to complete the space.
Bathroom Renovation
Bathrooms are relatively compact rooms, but renovating them can involve several different trades and stages.
Before the final fittings and finishes can be installed, the room may require plumbing work, electrical alterations, wall and floor preparation, waterproofing, tiling and ventilation improvements. Every stage needs to be coordinated carefully because later work depends on the surfaces and services being properly prepared.
The renovated bathroom at Viewcraig Gardens uses large grey tiles to create a clean, modern appearance. The neutral finish works well with the white bathroom fittings and makes the room feel coordinated without relying on unnecessary decoration.
A fitted bath provides a practical option for everyday use, while the glass screen helps keep the area open and allows the tile finish to remain visible. Recessed lighting gives the room a neat ceiling finish and provides suitable illumination across the space.
Attention to preparation is particularly important in bathrooms. Tiles and fixtures may look like the main elements, but the work behind them has a significant effect on the final result. Walls must be properly prepared, plumbing connections need to be positioned correctly and wet areas must be completed using suitable materials.
The final bathroom provides a comfortable, easy-to-maintain space that fits naturally with the rest of the renovated property.
Shower Room
The flat also includes a modern shower room, giving residents or guests access to an additional washing facility.
The shower area continues the grey tile finish seen elsewhere in the property. Using large-format tiles helps create a more continuous appearance, while the glass enclosure keeps the shower visually open.
A properly completed shower room requires careful attention to:
- Water-resistant preparation
- Correct drainage
- Plumbing connections
- Shower installation
- Wall and floor tiling
- Sealing around the enclosure
- Suitable ventilation
- Lighting and electrical safety
These practical details are essential to the long-term performance of the room. The finished shower must not only look good—it must also be properly prepared for regular exposure to water and moisture.
Including both a bathroom and a shower room can make a renovated flat more convenient, especially in a property with several bedrooms. It allows different occupants to use the facilities more easily and gives the flat greater everyday flexibility.
Separate Toilet Renovation
The separate toilet was also included within the Viewcraig Gardens renovation.
Small rooms should not be overlooked during a complete flat refurbishment. Even though a separate WC may occupy only a limited area, an old or poorly finished room can stand out once the rest of the property has been improved.
Renovating the toilet as part of the wider project allowed its surfaces, colours and fittings to complement the bathrooms and surrounding spaces. This contributes to a more consistent result across the flat.
In a compact WC, practical decisions are especially important. The toilet, basin and other fittings need to be positioned carefully so the room remains comfortable to use. Wall finishes, flooring, ventilation and lighting must also be suitable for the available space.
Including the toilet within the main renovation meant it could be completed alongside the related plumbing, preparation and finishing work rather than being left as a separate future project.
Bedroom Renovations
The Viewcraig Gardens flat contains several bedrooms, each of which was included in the overall renovation.
Bedrooms do not usually involve the same level of plumbing or installation work as kitchens and bathrooms, but their condition has a major effect on how the finished property feels. Walls, ceilings, flooring, doors, woodwork, lighting and storage all contribute to the final result.
The renovated bedrooms now have light, neutral walls and modern flooring, creating bright and adaptable spaces. The restrained colour scheme allows each room to be furnished differently while retaining a consistent foundation throughout the flat.
Natural light is one of the strongest features of the property, so the finishes were kept light enough to make the most of it. Neutral walls also help the rooms feel more spacious and make it easier to change furnishings in the future.
The bedroom work included the preparation and finishing required to bring the rooms in line with the rest of the renovated property. Details such as flooring transitions, skirting, doors, lighting and decorative finishes were considered as part of the overall project.
Completing all the bedrooms at the same time also prevented a mixture of newly renovated and dated rooms. The flat now feels finished throughout rather than partially updated.
Living and Dining Areas
The shared living areas provide a comfortable setting for relaxing, eating and spending time together.
As with the bedrooms, the living spaces use a light and neutral decorative scheme. This helps make the most of the available daylight and provides a flexible background for furniture, artwork and other personal items.
The flooring creates continuity between different areas of the flat. When several rooms are being renovated together, flooring should be considered early because it affects thresholds, door clearances, skirting and transitions between rooms.
Coordinating these details as part of the full renovation helps create a cleaner result. It avoids awkward changes in level or finish and allows connected spaces to feel more unified.
The completed living and dining areas are simple, bright and practical. They complement the new kitchen without needing to match it exactly.
Coordinating the Work Across the Flat
A project of this size involves more than completing one room after another. Many stages are connected.
Plumbing and electrical work must be completed before certain walls and surfaces are closed. Preparation and plastering need to happen before decorating. Flooring must be coordinated with fitted furniture, kitchen units, doors and skirting. Bathrooms need to be prepared correctly before tiling and fixtures are installed.
Organising the work as one renovation made it possible to manage these connections across the property.
A coordinated approach can also reduce repeated disruption. Instead of arranging separate periods of removal, preparation, installation and decorating for every room, the work can follow one structured sequence.
This is particularly useful when renovating an empty flat before moving in, preparing a property for rental or modernising a home that has not been comprehensively updated for many years.
A Consistent Finish Throughout the Property
One of the main benefits of renovating an entire flat is the opportunity to create a consistent result.
This does not mean every room must look identical. Kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms and living rooms each have different practical requirements. However, related decisions can be made with the whole property in mind.
At Viewcraig Gardens, the light walls, modern flooring, simple finishes and neutral colours help connect the different rooms. The kitchen and bathrooms have their own materials and features, but they still belong within the wider appearance of the flat.
The completed renovation now provides:
- A modern, practical kitchen
- Renovated bathroom facilities
- A separate refurbished toilet
- Bright and adaptable bedrooms
- Comfortable living and dining areas
- Consistent flooring and decoration
- A more unified property overall
Looking for a Renovation Company in Edinburgh?
The Viewcraig Gardens project demonstrates how AVO Renovations can complete more than an individual kitchen or bathroom.
We undertake kitchen installations, bathroom renovations and wider property improvement work across Edinburgh. Where several areas need attention, we can coordinate the relevant trades and complete the project in the correct order.
Our renovation work can include kitchens, bathrooms, toilets, bedrooms, living spaces, flooring, tiling, joinery, plumbing, electrical work and final finishing, depending on the requirements of the property.
If you are considering renovating a flat or house in Edinburgh, contact AVO Renovations to discuss the rooms involved and request a quotation for the work.
Tell us about your renovation project and arrange a quotation from AVO Renovations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. AVO Renovations completes wider property renovations involving kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, living areas, flooring and finishing work.
Yes. Kitchen and bathroom work can be coordinated within the same renovation, including the necessary plumbing, electrics, tiling, flooring and finishing.
Yes. We can complete wall preparation, painting, flooring, joinery and other finishing work in bedrooms and living spaces as part of a wider renovation.
Yes. We install kitchens supplied by companies such as Howdens, Wren, IKEA, Magnet, Wickes and B&Q. We do not provide a kitchen design service.
Yes. AVO Renovations undertakes renovation projects across Edinburgh and surrounding areas, subject to the scope and availability.
Contact AVO Renovations with details of the property, its location and the rooms requiring work. Photographs and information about the proposed renovation will help us understand the project before arranging the next step.
