Taking full advantage of the mighty sun, this northfacing four-bedroom beauty in Tawa, Wellington is light, warm and incredibly relaxing.

With enviable flow to outdoor living, the open-plan kitchen, dining and family room make every day a little bit special. High ceilings and glorious glazing create a wonderful feeling of openness and put the modern interior in the spotlight. Neutral colours are balanced throughout by well-chosen furnishings, décor and artwork. With its French door fridge and central breakfast island, the designer kitchen is the stirring, whisking, beating heart of the home. A Vespa motorbike revs up dinner conversation in the carpeted dining and living room. Large stacker sliders open to a large courtyard, which attracts warmth and light from afternoon to sunset. The patio area is tiled and hosts extensive hard and soft landscaping, not to mention a BBQ and fridge. Cocktails, anyone?

Extensive electronics and home automation offer media and sound inside and out. The upper level hosts a large master bedroom, with custom-built walk-in wardrobe. A TV steals the show in the ensuite, but the extensive tiling, spacious shower and spa bath are worth mentioning too. This beautifully finished space is the perfect retreat after a long day. The monopitch roof, Linea weatherboards and Rockcote Integra cladding provide clean lines and a fresh exterior. Adding contrast, schist stone to the entry feature wall and column provide good balance to the overall aesthetic of the property. Gorgeous greenery and an exposed concrete driveway frame the home superbly for a picture-perfect.