refurbishment
n.the process of cleaning, repairing, and improving a building or a piece of equipment to make it look new again.
n.the act of renovating or redecorating a structure or object to restore it to a functional or aesthetically pleasing condition.
“The hotel is closed for a major refurbishment.”
“After the refurbishment, the old library featured modern seating, faster internet, and a new café area.”
“The council approved a multi-million pound refurbishment of the historic theatre, ensuring that the original architectural details were preserved while updating the electrical systems.”
Uncountable when referring to the general process; countable when referring to a specific project or instance of renovation.
“They train at the recently renovated Knighthead Performance Centre, on the same site as the men’s team’s former Wast Hills training base, with a new gym among other extensive refurbishments.”
“The conservatory refurbishment is part of the wider Barbican renewal programme, a £231 million renovation of the site.”