renovations
n. C / Un. the work of improving or repairing a building to make it look new or work better. You often hear this when a house or shop is being fixed up.
n. the process of improving, repairing, or modernising a structure. Refers to the physical acts of construction and aesthetic updates intended to restore a building to a good state of repair.
The hotel is closed for renovations until next month.
After buying the old farmhouse, the couple spent their entire savings on extensive renovations to the kitchen and roof.
While the historical facade remained untouched, the interior underwent significant renovations to incorporate modern energy-efficient systems and open-plan living spaces without compromising the building's structural integrity.
Often used in the plural ('renovations') to refer to the specific tasks or the general project period.