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Which verb to use?

7/3/2019

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Fukuoka Dome has recently re-opened following....... following......
The Fukuoka Art Museum has also undergone....... undergone......
Which verb or verbs are most appropriate for buildings that now include new features and decoration and improved access and safety standards; renovate, refurbish, modernize, restore, renew,  reform, refine, repair or maintain?
...And, do you know the noun form?

To help you along, here are brief definitions.
Restore means to bring something old, or ancient even, back to (near) original appearance or function.
Renew refers to a licence to do something, such as a passport or driving licence.
Reform is reserved for offenders who become law abiding people.
Refine talks about making improvements to an existing process.
Repair is best used for items which have broken or electrical items which have stopped working.
Renovate or refurbish mean to make improvements to a building or vehicle which became out-dated, worn or below standard.
Maintain is to check and keep something in good working order.

Which do you think is appropriate in these cases?
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