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Built for 16 grandkids at Christmas; side-by-side Ian Athfield beach houses hit the market
Three Ian Athfield-designed beachfront homes built for one family are now on the market in Takapuna.
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A unique Takapuna beachfront property featuring three homes designed by celebrated architect Ian Athfield is for sale. Originally conceived as a holiday compound for one family, the site includes three self-contained dwellings that work together with the landscape.
The design masterfully uses steel screens for privacy while maintaining a light, pavilion-style aesthetic with industrial materials. With a CV of $11,750,000, this rare offering is listed with Andrew Dorreen of Precision Real Estate.
The views from above shows how the three dwellings work together on the double section. Photo: TRADE ME/PRECISION
An early concept drawing from the home shows the "NZ" screens and the stairway down to the water. Photo: Athfield Architects
The two smaller dwellings on the double section: the gate house and middle house. Photo: TRADE ME/PRECISION
Inside, the main house has a kind of pavilion feel to it. Light and the views soften the industrial materials used in the house. Photo: TRADE ME/PRECISION
The central dining room. Photo: TRADE ME/PRECISION
The main house has four bedrooms. Photo: TRADE ME/PRECISION
Every area of the home invites the outside in. Photo: TRADE ME/PRECISION
The smaller dwellings have roof terraces, with incredible views. Photo: TRADE ME/PRECISION
The smaller dwellings have the same quality materials and attention to detail as the main house. Photo: TRADE ME/PRECISION
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