Kilbirnie

Architecturally designed by John Melhuish of Herriott & Melhuish, award-winning and simply outstanding in every way, this incredible four-bedroom, three living room Seatoun home combines stunning design and materials alongside practical, family-friendly living. This sun-drenched home includes - - Four bedrooms - two large bedrooms upstairs, including the primary bedroom with a large walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, plus an additional bathroom - Two further bedrooms downstairs, sharing their own living area, with the large family bathroom nearby creating its own wing if desired - The designer kitchen is the central hub of the home, boasting a large scullery/ second commercial kitchen and is open plan to the living area and expansive dining room, with floor-to-ceiling doors opening to the north and west-facing courtyards and garden for seamless entertaining - The second large lounge adjoins the living, offering flexibility for a family or when entertaining. - The wine cellar off the dining room has an insulated slab to ensure temperature control - Separate laundry room and incredible storage - Large single garage - room for the car and plenty of toys or a second smaller car, plus off-street carpark options - Winner of NZ Institute of Architect Award 2006 The design brief was simple - four bedrooms, good for entertaining large groups, and family-friendly. Deftly balancing these multiple functions, this home is a perfect setting for hosting friends and family without sacrificing its main role as a private sanctuary. The architect's design approach combined the following elements: Layering roof planes to allow high-level glazing, simple composition of forms and robust materials, direct connections between living spaces and sunny sheltered courtyards, privacy from the street, and a composition of joyful moments with functional living. On the market for the very first time since it was built 18 years ago this is a rare opportunity for a buyer seeking a private, premium lifestyle.