East Meets West - Architect Designed Home in Dairy Flat

This fine example of mid-20th Century modernist architecture, designed by highly regarded local architect Rolly Adams, owned by the same family for many years, is now for sale. Built in 1968 on its original site at Mairangi Bay beach, it has recently been relocated as the beach site was targeted by the local council for public recreation space. The home now enjoys a completely different setting – 3.2 acres of gently rolling land in the equestrian and lifestyle mecca of Dairy Flat. Placed in this new environment, the home appears a little imposing with its skin of black cedar and white trim. Extensive planting of native shrubs, grasses and specimen trees will mature over the next few years to  effect a softer landscape to nestle the structure.

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Traditional brick bungalow on 944m2 northfacing land

At the top of Park Rise  Campbells Bay and brand new to the market, a 3 bedroom brick and tile bungalow on a 944m2 section is up for sale by auction. Park Rise, Campbells Bay is a very special part of the North Shore, and those who live outside the area are often unaware that one of Auckland’s largest metropolitan parks sprawls through much of this residential suburb.

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Original Ian Athfield Design from 1978

Homes designed by architect Ian Athfield don’t come up for sale very often, and when they do, they generally go to new owners who share a respect for the design ethic. Part of that ethic is a belief that a house is a dynamic entity that can and should evolve with the changing needs of the inhabitants.
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A Milford beachfront home, designed by architect John D’Anvers, is one of approximately 55, high profile New Zealand properties being showcased by Harcourts Cooper and Co to the international market at the World Expo in Shanghai, China, in August 2010. The elegant, five bedroom home has been owned by the same family since it was built approximately ten years ago, and is now being offered for sale on the open market. Tucked discreetly away from the road, the home sits in an elevated position at the Black Rock end of Milford beach, with sweeping views of the Hauraki Gulf and islands, and the beach and ancient lava rock formations just beyond the bluestone wall.

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Monster Makeover in Mairangi Bay

52 Penzance Road, Mairangi Bay:

You know I love do ups and this is a classic. Many will love it for what it is – a big 60′s family home on a full site with a neat pool and just minutes from Rangitoto College and Mairangi Bay. It’s a great investment whichever way you look at it. Buy and hold as it is – there’s a great market for family renters in Mairangi Bay. Buy it and move in – there won’t be a cheaper family home this big in this suburb. Or secure a superb do up, it’s very difficult to overcapitalise in one of the best suburbs on the North Shore of Auckland. Interested? read on or flick straight to the property website for more information and supporting documents!

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A bungalow on a full site

It’s one out of the bag, folks! What you’ve all been waiting for – a 1960s weatherboard bungalow in the Westlake High School zone. Walk to the North Shore’s best schools (Carmel and Rosmini included). The 807 m2 site is elevated and orientated to the north, with plenty of room for the kids, and excellent indoor/outdoor flow. Freshly presented, with a neutral palette, this home is ready for you to move straight into.

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Once in a Blue Moon

Here’s something very rare in the Browns Bay – a determined seller and a single level, contemporary home. This one is a beauty, built of weatherboard and brick, with a concrete tile roof and internal access garaging. It’s handy to schools, shops and motorway access, and you’ll be impressed by the peace, quiet and privacy of the place. Large, separate and connected living spaces, both inside and out, make this a winner for your growing family or for those frequent guests.

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