Waikanae, Kapiti

Recently awarded a regional gold at the Master Builder’s House of the Year, this pavilion-style home, with places to rest and work, has stylishly fulfilled the owners’ brief for their rear section with expansive western views in Waikanae. A boardwalk to the front door leads through to an entrance with a feature wall of dark abodo shiplap panelling and a window with a view to the park behind. Living and social spaces flow out to the right with a long open-plan kitchen, dining and living zone. Morning sun is captured in the kitchen nook with its built-in window seat.

The north-west facing living room and covered outdoor room entice in the afternoon. Decking running around most of the north and west faces creates multiple alfresco areas that make outdoor living possible in most weather conditions. The dogleg to the hallway of the bedroom wing keeps doors out of view as you glance down from the living room and entrance, and does double duty as a gallery for the owners’ collection of contemporary art. Walk through the laundry to the garage, workshop and a home office which can be accessed separately. Elements of surprise run through the entire 230sqm home that make life here a joy.

Built by the team at David Reid Homes Wellington and Kapiti, this is a home that will be enjoyed for many years to come.

For more information on this home or to begin your custom design and build journey in Wellington, contact Tim today.