Foster

Positioned to take in the views this Havelock North three bedroom home plus office is designed with energy efficiency at the forefront.  This is an airtight home with a mechanical ventilation system that recirculates fresh air throughout.  It includes polished concrete floors with warm water underfloor heating throughout.  Extensive insulation with the exterior cladding offering both a durable and beautiful combination of charred Redwood (Japanese inspired Shou Sugi Ban) and low-maintenance coloursteel.  Completed with thermally broken aluminium windows recessed into wall to avoid thermal bridges.  Configured for entertaining, the kitchen has a centre island with stone benchtops and completed with oak veneer cabinetry.  Feature ply ceiling in the living spaces flow through the built-in bar area to the outdoor patio with a louvred roof (with rain sensors) providing the perfect space to entertain year-round.