NBR TOP PROPERTIES: Best from Kiwi architects

This week we’re looking at homes from New Zealand’s leading architects.

Bayleys Real Estate managing director Mike Bayley says there will always be a demand for the unique style of residential dwelling created by architects.

He says architecturally designed homes are usually found in more upmarket suburban and lifestyle block suburbs, and therefore automatically command a premium.

Here's whats on the market from big names in architecture. 

Andrew Patterson
Parnell, Auckland
Bed: 3 Bath: 3 Car: 4
Floor area: 556sqm
Property area: 1,011sqm
CV: $5.3 million
Price guide: $5.5-6+ million

This home was designed by one of New Zealand’s most well-regarded and celebrated architects, Andrew Patterson. While located in lively Parnell, it is carefully positioned to give privacy and isolation. It is constructed of natural materials and boasts a wine cellar with its own tasting room. View full listing here.
 

Gavin Cooper
Havelock North
Bed: 6 Bath: 3
Land area: 6ha
CV: $2.8 million
Price guide: Approx CV

Crafted by Gavin Cooper, this property has views across the Hawkes Bay. It has been carefully landscaped with native planting. View full listing here.

Darren Jessop

Dalefield, Wakatipu Basin
Price guide: $2,975,000
Bed: 6 Bath: 3
6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
Total land: 3.78ha

This home was fully renovated by Darren Jessop. It is built of central Otago schist stone and features high ceilings. Outdoor features include a spa, fireplace, entertaining area, barbeque and tennis court. View full listing here.

Simon Carnachan

Bed: 4 Bath: 4 Car: 7
428sqm property
8,243 sqm land
CV: $2.75 million
Price guide: $4.495 million

Only ten minutes from downtown Queenstown, this design masterpiece was created by Simon Carnachan. It is a contemporary take on an industrial theme. The property boasts extensive stone and steel as well as private manicured lawns. View full listing here. 

Richard Shackleton
Arrowtown, Otago
Bed: 4 Bath: 2 Car: 2
Floor area: 345sqm
Land area: 604sqm
CV: $1.3 million (before construction)
Price guide: Offers over $2 million

Enter through a large cedar door into the well designed luxury home. Born and raised in London, Richard Shackleton is well-respected in the Dunedin area. This home was built just last year and features a large outdoor fireplace. View full listing here.