The first level of this majestic house, set in to the Atawhai hill, creates a rooftop lawn for the second level to open out to. Setting the 320sqm home back maximises the land area and creates privacy from the street where the mix of cedar, James Hardie Vertical stria and Resene rockcote Plaster system in a cerano two toned finish, and architectural picture windows make you take note. On entering, dark tiles (which reappear in the kitchen and bathrooms), lead up timber stairs to the living area where the cedar gable ceiling creates a sense of space, warmth and scale. Light bounces off polished concrete floors that are warmed by an air to water heat pump as required. Effective natural heating and cooling of the home was a priority for energy efficiency.
Designed with the entertainer in mind, internal living flows out to wrap-around decking with spaces to sit, soak up the sun and look out over to Nelson and the Tasman. Shelter comes from a louvred roof with rain sensor and remote-control wind screens. A centralised AV system looks after the sounds and this smart home has CCTV cameras for security. House guests can break away and enjoy a private courtyard at ground level of this four bedroom, three bathroom home that brings the ‘wow’ factor to modern living.
NATIONAL AWARDS WON
Top 100
REGIONAL AWARDS WON
Regional Gold