A timeless townhouse in Auckland exudes a distinctly mid-century vibe thanks to the clever use of colour, furniture and art Photography: Helen Bankers “It’s eclectic, but with a theme,” say the homeowners. Full of rich oranges and reds paired with sleek textures, this renovated Auckland townhouse delivers style by the boatload. To get the look for […]
Denise Porter-Howland, aka Eleventeen Ceramics, pays homage to the abandoned and revered through her clay designs. Denise Porter-Howland’s world is wicked and wonderful, the underbelly of any good fairytale. From her home studio in Grey Lynn, Auckland she crafts surreal apple cores, ears and ashtrays. Highbrow fashion pieces, such as a ceramic Prada shoe that […]
An Auckland restored villa has blossomed over the past three years and is now the merriest of places to be for the Goddard family. For Josh and Fiona Goddard, Christmas this year will be their most exciting yet. For the first time, they get to celebrate as a family of four, including adorable toddler Billie […]
Delicate, playful, textured and full of colour – Kate Mitchell’s glass work delivers it all Kate Mitchell has honed her glass art practice by watching masters at work. She’s observed the workings of studios in Venice, Prague, Shanghai, Seattle and Canberra, and she spends her weeks working for some of New Zealand’s best glass artists, […]
After many years living abroad, a small but perfect Auckland cottage caught the homeowner’s eye After years of working abroad, Gretchen Young knew exactly the kind of home she wanted to live in when she returned home to New Zealand: sun-drenched, character-filled and close to all the action in central Auckland. It didn’t take long […]
Intent on creating a luxe holiday at home vibe, an Auckland couple took inspiration from coastal Hamptons sophistication and Hawke’s Bay landmark Black Barn Vineyards While most of us look forward to escaping everyday life with long weekends in the holiday hotspots of Hawke’s Bay or Queenstown, Sarah and Matt Cotterall took it one step […]
After leaving their large family home, this Auckland couple found their new forever place in a smaller character home where their art could take the stage Make-up artist Lisette Cross is used to translating the wants and needs of clients, using her flair for colour and composition. Her creative background and years of experience came […]
Statement pieces, a touch of whimsy and a tactful approach to colour ensure personality reigns in this two-storey, city-fringe apartment Crafting a comfortable, stylish home out of an apartment isn’t always easy. Even if you’re the owner, you can be restricted with what you can change in terms of the structure, and space is often […]
A carefully considered extension to a compact bungalow has given an Auckland family some much-needed breathing room – and extra display space Michelle Hall Collins and Michael Collins are “serial renovators”, but they may have done themselves out of jobs. The Aucklanders have spent almost 20 years having their 1930 bungalow in the city’s seaside […]
Influenced by holidays abroad, this family’s transitional villa embraces the colour and vibrancy of exotic Turkey and Morocco Clarissa and Doug Thompson’s brief for revamping the transitional villa they’d just bought was simple and unambiguous: “Anything but white.” They wanted the interior of their house to be colourful and to work with some of the […]
It was love at first when a British interior stylist first clapped eyes on this inner-city apartment The first time Shelby George saw the Auckland downtown apartment she now calls home was through her work. Her cousin Kate Alexander, founder of styling and interior design company Places & Graces, had been asked to stage it […]
When it comes to small apartment living, this Auckland couple know how to use space to their advantage A quick commute, handy location and even a spare bedroom – Marissa Kirkham and fiance Will Parr’s first apartment ticks all the boxes. The couple, aged 30, had been flatting with friends in Auckland’s Mt Eden when […]
Footwear designer Kathryn Wilson had to tear herself away from her beloved little townhouse, but she has found a forever home in this grand old dame Kathryn Wilson is not afraid of colour. Colourful footwear is the gregarious shoe designer’s calling card and her must-see fashion shows are a playful parade of models clad in […]
Ten years after moving in, this interior designer completely gutted her Auckland villa to transform it into her dream home Annick and Tim Larkin hunted for a new house for nine months before realising it would be better to renovate their current home to better fit their family’s needs. Although Annick is an interior designer, […]
With flawless contemporary design and sun-soaked interiors, this Mission Bay home is the perfect environment for family life Details Address: 42 Ronaki Road, Mission Bay Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Contact details Contact: Vanessa Mowlem, 021 840 700 Jono Barton, 027 919 4944 For sale: Price on application Further listing details here Ray White Mission Bay […]
Whether you’re planning a reno, building new or simply giving your interiors a little update, you’ll find all the advice, inspiration, contacts and new products at the Home Improvement Expo It’s not often you get all the latest products and industry experts in one location. Showcasing everything for your kitchen, bathroom, outdoors, new build materials […]
From modern studios through to dual-level penthouses, you will find what you are looking for at 30 Madden in Wynyard Quarter Details Address: 30 Madden Street, Wynyard Quarter, Auckland For sale: Prices start from $635,000 Contact details Contact: George Damiris, 021 956 111 and Gabrielle Hoffmann, 021 021 66611 Further listing details here Barfoot & […]
Vintage ceramics and heritage prints mingle with colourful accessories and contemporary furniture for a fun and eclectic vibe in this renovated bungalow Meet + Greet Mary-Ellen Hinton, 43 (interior designer at Hello Saturday Design), Matthew Hinton, 45 (technical director), Sybella, 10, Jasper, 8, and Evie, 7, plus Harry the cat. Honesty box Best lesson learned? […]
The new Neo apartment complex sits high on Grafton Ridge, offering incredible views across the city and over to Rangitoto. See more of these stunning homes below Details Address: NEO Apartments, 5 – 9 Madeira Lane, Grafton Price: Studio from $493,000 Two bedrooms from $745,000 Contact details Contact: George Fong, 021 318 228 Amy Xiong, […]
A towering tree laden with flowers forms the centrepiece of a magical family Christmas in this century-old hall-turned-home At this time of year, that cheery Christmas carol Deck the Halls takes on a literal significance at Jess Britten and Warren Durling’s Auckland home. They’ve been converting an old hall in Ponsonby into their family home […]
Featuring a freshwater pool, outdoor living and immaculate interiors, this St Heliers home is one to check out. See more below Details Address: 32a Waimarie Street, Saint Heliers Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Parking: 2 Garage + 4off street Contact details Contact: Ronald Lim, 027 482 7166 and Bryce Hawkins, 027 494 4066 Auction: 12pm, Tuesday […]
Christmas is a colourful affair in this 1920s Auckland bungalow where little family traditions make the season extra special A snowy white Christmas is something most Kiwis find difficult to envisage; after all, we’re busy enjoying backyard barbecues, camping trips and walks on the beach come December 25. So when New Zealander Mary-Ellen Hinton stayed […]
This nurse-turned-designer wanted a garden that offered privacy and poolside fun for her family as well as biodiversity for birds and bees Meet + greet Louise Hanlon, (landscape designer), her husband Nick, Maxim, 18, Scarlett, 14, plus Monty the dog. Nursing and landscape design may seem like two very different professions but for Auckland-based designer […]
This elegant home is prestigiously located in one of Remuera’s most revered roads and boasts a serene leafy outlook over a neighbouring reserve Details Address: 163 Arney Road, Remuera Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Parking: 2 cars Contact details Contact: Leila MacDonald, 021 928 926 and David MacDonald, 021 650 901 For sale: By negotiation Further […]
Moody seascapes, limestone, wood and grey-green tones give this home an elemental feel that anchors it to its clifftop site Meet + greet Sarah Kee, 42 (university student; also helps with her friend’s fashion label, Mahsa), Bruno, 14, and Elvis, 11. Honesty Box What did you learn from this renovation? Sarah: Go for it and […]
This neglected house was extended at the front, busted open on one side and extensively landscaped to create a family home with perfect indoor-outdoor flow When Annelies and Ben Leitch first saw their one-acre property in the north Auckland suburb of Whenuapai, they didn’t see a rundown weatherboard house with tacked-on addition and out-of-date kitchen […]
These extravagant properties offer the most exclusive lifestyles while still being within an easy drive to the CBD. See our pick of luxurious homes for sale right now There’s a lot of talk about the way the Auckland property market has bolted over the past few years as buyers struggle to find value for money. […]
Boasting an incredible position in the city and luxurious north-facing apartments with floor-to-ceiling glass walls, this development is one to check out Details Address: 81 Customs St East, Auckland Central Contact details Contact: Aaron Cook, 021 612 642 Annie Xu, 022 179 7708 Selina Zheng, 021 049 7697 For sale: Priced from $828,800 Further listing […]
Designed to showcase unobstructed views of the reserve, this Somerville home will make you feel like you own your own park. Perfect for family cricket or the kids create their own adventures until sunset, see more below Details Address: 1/28 Wiltshire Place, Somerville Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Parking: 2 Garage + 2 off street Contact […]
Located within the highly sought-after double Grammar Zone, this character home in Epsom offers everything your family is looking for Details Address: 67 Epsom Ave, Epsom, Auckland Land Size: 922sqm Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Parking:4 off street Contact details Contact: Paul Donovan, 021 862 244 and Sharon Walls, 021 169 7953 Auction: 20th November 1.30pm, […]
With some of the best restaurants and cafes in walking distance and top shopping suburbs close by, this Grafton apartment is one to check out. Now’s your chance to grab SKHY’s last available space Details Address: SKHY 217/38 Khyber Pass Rd, Grafton, Auckland Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Parking: 1 secure basement car park Contact details […]
A passion for international interiors and a love of entertaining shaped the style of this soulful seafront abode Walking around Sarah Kee’s home in Point Chevalier, Auckland, it’s clear she has exquisite taste. In most of the rooms you’ll find artworks, sculptures and artisanal furniture, each with a story to tell. But open the door […]
Perched just above Torpedo Bay, this grand Devonport home enjoys incredible sea and city views. See inside this heritage home for sale below Details Address: 12 Jubilee Avenue, Devonport, Auckland Land Size: 1045sqm Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 2 Parking: 2 Garage Contact details Contact: Faith Goodwin, +64 22 522 8868 and Grant Speedy, +64 27 4511 […]
Located in the heart of the central business district in Auckland, this new development promises prestigious apartments in the sky. See more below Details Address: 51 Albert Street, Central Auckland For sale: 2-bedroom, 1.5 bath sky homes with 2 carparks from $1,450,000 Contact details Contact: Will Green, 021 685 856 For sale: 2-bedroom, 1.5 bath […]
These homes for sale in Auckland’s southern fringes could offer great value for busy families and a much easier commute if you work in Manukau As average Auckland house prices reach dizzying levels and traffic gridlock paralyses central arterial routes, more people are casting the net wider in the search for their homes. Those working […]
Offering an unparalleled lifestyle in the most convenient bays location, the brand new home is ready for your family to move right in Details Address: 44a Bay Road, St Heliers, Auckland Land Size: 577sqm Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 3 Parking: 2 Garage Contact details Contact: Peter Hutson, 0272 488766 For sale: $2,200,000 asking price Further listing […]
This modern, newly renovated Castor Bay home is just a few short steps from the beach. It’s stylish seaside living at its finest, see more below Details Address: 95 Beach Road, Castor Bay, Auckland Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Parking: 2 Garage + 2 off street Contact details Contact: Michael Swarbrick, 021 888 133 Auction: 6.30pm […]
You’ll be spoilt for opportunities at this expansive Remuera property for sale. Nestled alongside some of the finest properties in the area, you couldn’t ask for better company Details Address: 50A Arney Crescent, Remuera, Auckland Land Size: 2043sqm Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Parking: 2 Garage + 1 carport Contact details Contact: Ricky Cave, 027 222 […]
Built in the 1930s and sympathetically modernised over time, this grand dame is a picture perfect example of family living Details Address: 25 Fern Glen Road South, Saint Heliers, Auckland Land Size: 905sqm Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Parking: 2 Garage + 3 off street Contact details Contact: Myles Cleave, 027 512 0002 Peter Cleave, 021 […]
They wanted a first house with potential, but found a home that would journey with them through marriage, parenthood and a decade of reno The real estate ad may as well have read: “1960s home for sale in Swanson, Auckland; only one previous owner. Two bedrooms, six types of mismatched flooring and lashings of yellow, […]
The epitome of luxury living, this is a very rare opportunity for a discerning purchaser to acquire the ultimate in prestigious New Zealand real estate Details Address: 81A Shelly Beach Road, St Marys Bay, Auckland Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 5 Parking: 3 Garage Contact details Contact: Felicity Scott, 0274 522241 and Carl Madsen, 021 953 152 Price: […]
Situated in a private enclave of residences and split over two levels, this spacious Ellerslie home for sale is perfect for families Details Address: 12 The Oaks, Ellerslie, Auckland Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Parking: 2 Garage Contact details Contact: Joanne Simpson, 021 701 987 and Eugene Yamamoto, 021 683 889 Auction: Saturday 13th July, 107 […]
Here’s your chance to secure your tickets to Simply You’s hotly anticipated event, Colour My Life. Find all the booking details below Simply You’s hotly anticipated event Colour My Life is back and better than ever in 2019, taking over Auckland and Wellington during the month of September. Join the Simply You team for a […]
Known as The Lighthouse, this incredible architecturally designed home on Takapuna’s waterfront is the epitome of luxury living Details Address: 31 Kitchener Road, Takapuna, Auckland Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 3 Parking: 1 Garage Contact details Contact: Victoria Bidwell, 021 947 080 For sale: Expressions of Interest: Closes 4pm Wed 10th July 2019 Further listing details here […]
Thanks to the new unitary plan, these Auckland properties for sale offer a wealth of possibilities for subdividing and developing the land Many of us dream of building our own homes so we can get exactly what we want in terms of layout and finishes, adapted to our unique way of living. In Auckland a […]
With its well-connected, convenient location and functional, stylish interior, this practical family home for sale is the new home you’ve been looking for Details Address: 7 Te Hoe Grove, Pinehill, Auckland Land Size: 750sqm Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Parking: 3 Garage + 6 off street Contact details Contact: James Dixon, 021 036 0747 and Joanne […]
Sold by Neil Bailey of Unlimited Potential Real Estate, this classic Epsom villa has a 900sqm section that’s full of potential THIS PROPERTY HAS BEEN SOLD BY NEIL BAILEY, UNLIMITED POTENTIAL REAL ESTATE Details Address: 129 The Drive, Epsom, Auckland Land Size: 911sqm Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Parking: 2 Garage + 1 off street Contact […]
Conveniently located in the heart of Parnell, this sophisticated townhouse boasts panoramic views and an immaculate interior Details Address: 26 Windsor Street Parnell, Auckland Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Parking: 2 Garage Contact details Contact: Cindy Yu, 021 829 188 For sale: Price by Negotiation Further listing details here Barfoot & Thompson Real Estate This […]
With an abundance of space and a beautiful outlook, this Half Moon Bay property for sale will make a lovely family home Details Address: 5 William Bryan Dr, Half Moon Bay, Manukau City Land Size: 601sqm Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 3 Parking: 2 Garage Contact details Contact: Anton Huang, 021 520 523 and Michelle de Baugh, 021 […]
Radio host and Dancing with the Stars contestant Clint Randell shows us inside his newly renovated Auckland home, now fully prepped for loads of fun with family and friends Meet + greet Clint Randell, 33 (The Edge Breakfast co-host), Jaime Randell, 32 (hair and makeup artist), Cameron, 3, and Ty, 2. Total spend $400K-$450K (including all […]
On an elevated position, well back from the road, this 4-bedroom Glendowie home makes quite a statement. With a modern interior and sun-filled spaces, this is a house not to be missed Details Address: 36a Vista Cres, Glendowie, Auckland Land Size: 664sqm Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Parking: 2 Garage Contact details Contact: Vanessa Mowlem, 021 840 […]
Just minutes to the motorway, this fully renovated Northcote Point home is perfect for a large or growing family Details Address: 22 Onewa Road, Northcote Point, Auckland Land Size: 544sqm Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Parking: 4 off street Contact details Contact: Jo Glancy, 021994874 Auction: Thursday 30th May at 6.30pm. Harcourts Takapuna, Auction Room, 128 […]
With just weeks to go, Oliver and Ella are beginning to see some of their interior design choices come to life. See how the new-build is progressing below. It’s only weeks from moving day and our My New Home homeowners Oliver and Ella are waking up at night panicking that their new build isn’t going […]
From old and tired to bold and contemporary. Here’s how a kitchen that was on its last legs got a new lease on life There were a lot of things wrong with this kitchen in its original state. The wall colour was “unappealing”, the fridge too small and the space was inefficient for a busy family […]
Clean white surfaces and natural timber provide the perfect backdrop for the owners of The Vintage Shop’s love of Scandinavian design Meet + Greet Haley Doreen, 34, and John Mai, 35 (both co-owners of The Vintage Shop), Christian, 18 months, and Amelia, 3 months, plus Charlie Brown the dog Problems & solutions Dated carpet and […]
Sitting high with an enviable view over Auckland city, this family home for sale has room for all the family, plus extra. See more below Details Address: 356 Point View Dr, Shamrock Park, Manukau City Land Size: 8094sqm Bedrooms: 7 Bathrooms: 5 Parking: 3 Garage Contact details Contact: Anton Huang, 021 520 523 and Kristin Gribble, 021 465 048 […]
Immaculately presented and completely modernised, this four bedroom St Heliers home has a children’s wing, open plan kitchen and dining and a beautifully landscaped garden. See more below Details Address: 54 Edmund Street, Saint Heliers, Auckland Land Size: 918sqm Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Living rooms: 3 Parking: 2 Garage + 1 off street Contact details […]
Sitting on Sunningdale Street, this five-bedroom, two-bathroom home for sale in Wattle Downs is perfect for a growing family. See more below Details Address: 57 Sunningdale Street, Wattle Downs, Auckland Land Size: 606sqm Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 2 Parking: 2 Garage + 4 off street Contact details Contact: Sue Matete, 021 715 672 For sale: Price […]
This sweet, nature-inspired nursery is just one part of this couple’s renovation and subdivision project in Auckland’s Mt Wellington Snapshot Who lives here? Rachel Barthow, 31 (social worker and design student), Matthew Barthow, 34 (television programmer), and Zanthe, 7 months. Background What did you do to prepare the nursery for Zanthe’s arrival? We knocked down the […]
Positioned for peace and privacy, this character-filled home is located across the road from the sea, where mature trees and gardens create excellent protection. See more below Details Address: 13 Audrey Road, Takapuna, Auckland Land Size: 1012sqm Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 1 Toilets: 2 Living rooms: 3 Parking: 1 Garage Contact details Contact: Nic Ebert, 021 366 […]
Set far back from the road, this Mediterranean-style, solid concrete home has been masterfully designed for light, warmth and sun, with generous, functional spaces perfect for family living Details Address: 78 Glenmore Road, Coatesville, Auckland Land Size: 1ha Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4 Living rooms: 5 Parking: 6 Garage Contact details Contact: Ailsa McArthur, 027 298 4000 For sale: By […]
Surrounded with mature trees and beautifully manicured gardens this Epsom home is a tranquil urban sanctuary, in zone for all the top schools. See more below Details Address: 74 Mountain Road, Epsom, Auckland Land Size: 1950sqm Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 3 Parking: 5 Garage Contact details Contact: Frances Li, 021 998 990 and Ian Thornhill, 021 943 706 Tender: […]
Escape home every evening to this easy private location and enjoy restful north facing living, with extensive well-established gardens. See more below Details Address: 77 Sovereign Street, Flat Bush, Auckland Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Living rooms: 2 Parking: 2 Garage Contact details Contact: Angela Rudling, 027 477 0176 and Michael Chi, 021 886 363 Auction: 2pm, Tuesday […]
This low-maintenance property is fully fenced with automatic gates. Indoors, you’ll find a well-designed three-bedroom space. See more below Details Address: 48 Boundary Rd, Clover Park, Manukau City, Auckland Land Size: 621sqm Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Parking: 4 off street Contact details Contact: Nelson Takle, 021 729 318 and Josh Anderson, 027 412 4994 Auction: To be held onsite, 1:00 […]
With its enviable Eastern Beach location, this private family home offers the ultimate lifestyle with a pool, manicured garden and possible additional income Details Address: 23 Oakwood Grove, Eastern Beach, Auckland Bedrooms: 4 + 2 Bathrooms: 3 + 1 Parking: 2 + 1 Garage Contact details Contact: Marie Raos, 021 0259 5638 Auction: 6.30pm, Monday 29 […]
Clean white surfaces and natural timber provide the perfect backdrop for the owners of The Vintage Shop’s love of Scandinavian design Where is the home and when did you move in? Onehunga, Auckland; mid-2016. Why did you decide to buy it? Haley: After renting for many years, we decided it was time to have a […]
Cool, quirky and customised, the owners of streetwear brand Federation have designed a home where family can come together and let their true colours shine For Jenny Joblin and Ben Dundas, their search for a home started as a long list of ideals. But that list was swiftly cut down to size by a booming […]
Open plan living that flows seamlessly to a modern kitchen with ample counter space and storage, entertaining guests at this Dannemora home will be a breeze Details Address: 32 Tralee Tce, Dannemora, Manukau City Land Size: 751sqm Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 2 Parking: 2 Garage Contact details Contact: Anton Huang, 021 520 523 and Tony Chan, 021 128 7519 For […]
Those with a passion for the sea will love this Beach Haven property. Sitting in a picturesque pocket, it’s perfect for those who relish the outdoors Details Address: 36 Rambler Crescent, Beach Haven, Auckland Land Size: 1335sqm Bedrooms: 3 Contact details Contact: Regan Golding, 021 914 206 Auction: 6pm Wednesday 17th April In Rooms, Ray White […]
A fusion of old and new, this is a perfect retreat for those who want to enjoy a view of the ocean in the relaxed atmosphere of a Mediterranean style home Details Address: 2 Peacock Street, Glendowie, Auckland Land Size: 1087sqm Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Parking: 1 Garage + 4 Off street Contact details Contact: Andrew Pender, […]
Warmth, class, and family home feel, this stylish bungalow for sale in Manurewa is all of this and more. See more information about this beloved home here Details Address: 94 Alfriston Road, Manurewa, Auckland Land Size: 576sqm Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Parking: 6 off street Contact details Contact: Cameron Archer, 021 0837 5992 For sale: $735,000 Further […]
This immaculate Devonport home for sale is filled with personality. Enjoy the four living rooms, well-designed kitchen and a beautifully landscaped exterior Details Address: 12 Mays Street, Devonport, Auckland Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Living rooms: 4 Parking: 1 Garage Contact details Contact: Victoria Bidwell, 021 947 080 Auction: 1.30pm Thursday 04 April 2019, (unless sold prior) […]
Located on one of Glendowie’s most desired streets, this immaculately presented four-bedroom home is ready for your family to move in Details Address: 80 Kildare Ave, Glendowie, Auckland Land Size: 548sqm Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Parking: 2 Garage Contact details Contact: Vanessa Mowlem, 021 840 700 and Jono Barton, 027 919 4944 For sale: Asking price $1,950,000 Further listing […]
Backing onto a 100-acre reserve with views out to Rangitoto, this Auckland home offers a peaceful lifestyle usually just reserved for rural living Details Address: 50 Charles Dickens Drive, Mellons Bay, Auckland Land Size: 1222sqm Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Living rooms: 3 Parking: 3 Garage + 2 off street Contact details Contact: Christina Hindle and Matt Hindle 021 […]