This stylish new build, tucked away in the green and leafy Auckland suburb of Wainui, brims with personality. It also echoes with birdsong — the house is surrounded by native birds and bush. With five bedrooms and three bathrooms, the two-storey home, clad in a combination of cedar and timber weatherboard in a thoughtful selection of colours, spans an impressive 179sqm on a generous 945sqm section. A pitched roof lends character and timeless appeal, and for convenience there’s an internal garage. The Shaker-style kitchen with distinctive framed panel cabinetry is one out of the box — nothing plain and minimalist to see here. Painted in a sophisticated shade of grey complemented by on-trend matte black tapware, it boasts a large kitchen island with a breakfast bar perfect for grabbing a casual bite. Storage is abundant, with impressive built-ins in the main suite to keep belongings organised and a separate utility to tuck clutter out of sight. The generous landing presents endless possibilities, and is able to be transformed into a home office or a media room. Attention to detail is evident throughout the home. With wooden floors downstairs, the roomy living spaces are as comfortable as they are appealing.