Project management & construction: Altbuild

Architect: Basset-smith Architecture | Lloyd Basset-Smith

Interior design: Twill Interiors

Landscape design: Magnolia

This 256m2 new build in Mount Maunganui, Tauranga captures the essence of a light-filled, beachy vibe, seamlessly blending modern architectural lines with a warm, inviting aesthetic. Designed to maximise space on a tight, challenging site, this home offers versatile, multi-functional areas perfect for a young family to grow and thrive in comfort. 

Expansive full height glazing floods the interior with natural light, creating a bright atmosphere, while open-plan living spaces encourage connection and flexibility. Every detail is thoughtfully crafted to balance style with functionality, ensuring that the home adapts effortlessly to the evolving needs of its occupants.

Technical specifications:

• Structure: 

  • Floor: extensive piling with timber and steel subfloor
  • Walls & roof: laminated timber framing with SED steel creating large open clean living spaces and cantilevers
  • Ecoply rigid air barrier for superior airtightness and bracing
• Insulation throughout home:
  • Floor R2.6  (code at time of construction R2.5)
  • Walls R4.0 (code at time of construction R2.0)
  • Ceilings R7.0 (code at time of construction R6.6)
• Vantage full height joinery
• American white oak flooring by Abstract Floors
• Custom American white oak internal screens and shelving
  
• Solar PV grid connected 9.4 kw system with 12.8 kwh battery
• Japanese cedar cladding supplied by Sugi mixed with Sto milano tilt panel finish plaster
• Mechanical heat recovery ventilation throughout with wifi control
• Mitsubishi hi wall heat pumps with wifi control