renovation

2 definitions • 5 examples

the act or process of repairing and improving something, especially a building:

The museum is closed for renovation.

Extensive renovations were carried out on the property.

the process of repairing and improving a building so that it is in good condition again, or the improvements that are carried out:

We have a commitment that the city will only carry out new construction and renovation that meets green building principles.

They were willing to buy a property that was in need of renovation.

We had to move out of the offices while the renovations were being done.