MOMENTS FROM THE BEACH.

A large cantilever over the garage forms the entry while extending the first-floor footprint. Above, a second cantilever projects over the deck, creating a fully covered alfresco space. Accessed via a custom floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door, the living area opens seamlessly to the outdoors, allowing the home to be enjoyed year-round while maximising the outlook.

Designed by Jon McAlpine Architecture the home has a number of external architectural features that have been incorporated into the Tauranga home throughout the design and build process. Concrete tilt panels are used as a structural element, anchoring the building to the site but also act as a design feature. 

A removable Accoya rain screen encapsulates the home, protecting the superstructure and the ply and batten cladding system beneath, whilst also providing a crisp form to the home. Both decorative and practical, fixed and motorised louvres have been used extensively to create privacy for the clients.

Balancing industrial materials with softer, natural products such as timber, raw steel and solid oak elements throughout the home, the ground floor is connected with the first floor through the stairwell creating a striking design feature. Timber flooring is used throughout the living space and the stylish designer kitchen which includes a large kitchen island. The cabinetry is American white oak crown cut stained black and the Island top is Silestone ‘Seaport’ Suede.

The fully-tiled ensuite bathroom features a floating dual vanity and LED back-lit mirrors - LED lighting is used throughout the property to highlight details and create ambience.