A brilliant neighbour

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Apartment living has a new showcase. This home, part of Tiakina apartments on Auckland’s North Shore, was designed for first-home buyers and is close to Te Ara Awataha, the award-winning greenway that encourages walking and cycling. With a facade consisting of two types of brick, shades-of grey vertical cladding, black joinery and balcony railings, and recesses, the newest addition to the Kāinga Ora-led Northcote development is an attractive addition to its suburb. To the apartment itself: like its neighbours, the two-bedroom ground-floor home is designed to capture views and natural sunlight, as well as offer privacy. It also represents value for money.

Inside the 70sqm unit, the open-plan living spaces and bedrooms are separated by a central hallway. That’s smart design. The sunny lounge and dining space flows from a sleek designer kitchen with a subway-tile splashback, Kohler tapware and quality Bosch appliances. At the other end, the lounge spills onto a private covered deck that’s ideal for sipping morning coffee or weekend brunches. Built with future-proofing in mind, the apartment features optic-ready cabling, USB charging points, LED lighting, intercom system and alarm. Double glazing and the latest in insulation ensure comfortable year-round temperatures. A manicured common garden provides somewhere for residents to socialise.

REGIONAL AWARDS WON

Regional Silver

REGION & CATEGORY:

Auckland / Northland / Coromandel Competition
Master Build 10 Year Guarantee Multi Unit (Apartments/Duplexes/Terrace Housing)