Off to a flying start

Blending perfectly into its idyllic surroundings, this Waiuku gem was the first cab off the rank for a future collection of 100 identical resort-style chalets.

For property owner, Gavin, and his project engineer daughter, Amber, that meant choosing the right builder was more important than ever. Enter Deon Neville of d BUILD. “We talked to a few different builders, but at the end of the day it came down to reputation and keeping it local,” says Amber. “Based on those criteria, d BUILD was the obvious choice.”

Gavin himself created the design to blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape, the large windows across the front of the property showcasing the stunning outside.

The unique curved Colorsteel roof played a major role in echoing the natural shape of the hillside, and Deon describes constructing it as a challenge the team was up for. “We worked

with the architect, our framing suppliers, and steel fabricators to get the job done,” he explains. “It was a real team effort.”

The 120m2 home has a coastal-inspired interior, featuring timber and bright, earthy neutrals, and a Linea Oblique Weatherboard exterior designed to withstand the salt air coming off the sea. For Amber, the finished product is a fitting tribute to Kiwi holiday living. “You start with your vision and the plans,” she explains. “But when you actually see it all come together in the end, that’s pretty special.”

As Deon puts it, the strong start will be invaluable. “This first home was almost a prototype,” he says. “Now everything’s perfectly lined up, we can hit the ground running for the next one.”

Location: Waiuku | Auckland

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