Day Residence

Mairangi Bay, Auckland, New Zealand

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Day Residence

Mairangi Bay, Auckland, New Zealand

Firm

Creative Arch

Type

Residential › Private House

STATUS

Built

YEAR

2016

SIZE

3000 sqft - 5000 sqft

BUDGET

$1M - 5M

Photos

Andy Chui - DRAWPHOTO (14)

Located on a steep coastal piece of land in Murrays Bay, this new dwelling was developed specifically for clients who were approaching retirement. It was imperative that the residence incorporated principles of universal design and future-proofing.
This project maximises clifftop views at each cascading level with a central light well and personal lift. The upper floor includes an accessible plunge pool alongside a large deck entertaining space. With separate access, the upper floor remains secure and private while the owners are away, allowing extended family to continue residing on the lower floors.

The rear site for the house lent room for a choice of striking modern materials: plaster masonry walls and horizontal Nu-Wall aluminium metal cladding make a cool, bold impact appropriate for a contemporary home beside the ocean.

Architectural Designer: Mark McLeay, Marian Kubes
Interior Designer: Yellow Fox / Creative Arch
Engineer: Brian Jones Engineers
Builder: Day Construction
Photography by Andy Chui - DRAWPHOTO