With street appeal and smart design, it’s clear why the Asti house is a popular choice for Marlborough locals wanting new homes. James Hardie Linea Oblique weatherboard with boxed corners and window facings provide real character. It’s a theme that’s carried throughout the interior of the four-bedroom house. Repetitive, strategic use of HardieGroove in the kitchen, bathroom and raking ceiling in the living space are delivered with a modern, stylish twist and add to the charm.

Keeping the home comfortable is the Firth RibRaft HotEdge insulation, underfloor heating and a heat pump. In the kitchen a pressed-tin feature splashback is complemented by stainless steel appliances. A tray ceiling in the open-plan dining and family room delivers a sense of space. It’s a feeling echoed in the separate living room with its raking ceiling. The 215sqm house – with well-appointed family bathroom, separate toilet and walk-through laundry – has been designed for ease of living and ensures no space is wasted. The drive-through double garage enables access to the rear of the section.