RESIDENTIAL · MELLONS BAY, AUCKLAND

Mellons Bay house

Nestled among natives, opening the home to luscious green spaces, this modern, multi-level, open-plan dwelling in Auckland is a perfect home for a young family in the city.

Clean lines and a complementary material palette define this modern home. ‘Off the form’ concrete, marble, travertine and dark wood create luxurious interior living spaces that are settled into the outdoor native landscape, offering a treehouse-like experience.

PHOTOGRAPHY
Lauma Vosa

MATERIALS
of the form concrete, travertine,
marble, dark wood cabinetry

Various living spaces define this home, providing many recreation alternatives and flexibility for family life.

Expansive terraces and balconies are carefully oriented to capture the northern sun, providing sheltered spaces for relaxation and entertaining. Native landscaping is thoughtfully integrated to enhance privacy and frame views of the surrounding natural environment.

The main outdoor recreation area features a pool, sauna and hot tub, creating a seamless extension of the home’s living spaces. These design elements ensure the outdoor areas are both functional and visually engaging, reflecting the home’s commitment to contemporary architecture and responsive architecture design Auckland is known for.

Carefully considered connections between internal levels and external terraces enhance the indoor-outdoor flow — a hallmark of contemporary architecture in New Zealand.

The integration of natural materials grounds the home, while expansive glazing frames views of the surrounding bush and sky, reinforcing the home's relationship to its site.