After growing up on the same street as this 1930s home in one of Auckland’s prime beachside suburbs, the owner has now fulfilled a lifelong dream to restore it to its former glory – with some welcome modern twists. The contemporary environment serves a family of six thanks to substantial additions which brought the floor plan to 374sqm. The now-four-bedroom, four-bathroom abode boasts a new kitchen/dining/lounge domain and a separate family room on the ground floor with a master suite and teenagers’ rooms above. The entertainer’s kitchen steals the show in the open-plan area with its sweeping island bench, negative detail lighting and skylights. The adjoining family pod flows out to a patio and sunken swimming pool. A spiral staircase delivers a clever twist on outdoor living, leading to a rooftop deck. Existing features, including bay windows, lead lights, panelling and an internal turned staircase, have been maintained and enhanced. Clay roof tiles have been eschewed in favour of European slate. A supremely elegant yet functional family home.