st heliers house

AN EXTENSIVE ALTERATION WHICH TRANSFORMED A SMALL TWO STOREY BRICK HOUSE IN THE POPULAR EASTERN BAYS SUBURB OF ST HELIERS INTO A CONTEMPORARY WHITE SEASIDE COTTAGE.

This St Heliers renovation maximises its prime location by opening the home to sweeping views of the sea, Rangitoto Island and the Hauraki Gulf. By reconfiguring the generous roof space, a new third-floor living area was introduced, elevating both lifestyle and outlook. The exterior features bagged white brick, creating a timeless coastal facade that blends modern design with seaside charm. Inside, white finishes and pale natural timbers establish a refined, light-filled palette inspired by relaxed coastal living. The result is a sophisticated St Heliers home that balances architectural elegance with the ease of a modern beachside lifestyle.

The coastal home is thoughtfully arranged across three levels. The ground floor hosts a double garage, a bedroom with ensuite, a second bedroom, lounge and kitchen. The second floor mirrors this layout to provide a self-contained living space, with a single bedroom and ensuite, lounge, spacious office space, expansive kitchen and dining area and large terrace space overlooking Auckland’s waterfront. The upper floor offers another private space, complete with bedroom, walk-in wardrobe, ensuite, kitchenette, lounge, and terrace capturing panoramic sea views.

Photography: Kallan MacLeod

PROJECT DETAILS:

A modern white multi-story house with large windows, a balcony, and palm trees in front, situated along a street with parked cars.
Front entrance of a modern white brick apartment building with gray window frames and sloped siding, three steps leading to a covered porch, a potted plant on the left, and a sliding glass door on the right.
A balcony with glass railing overlooking a beach with palm trees and cloudy sky.
Living room with beige sofas, a round coffee table with books and flowers, a fireplace, a bookshelf, and a view of a balcony with outdoor seating and palm trees.
Modern kitchen and dining area with large window showcasing an outdoor view of trees and water. Features a white kitchen island with red bar stools, a dark dining table with wooden chairs, and a small outdoor table outside the window.
Modern white multi-story house with large windows, balcony, and palm tree in front, under cloudy sky.
Outdoor balcony with wicker sofa and armchair, view of palm trees and water in the distance, partially covered with sliding glass door.
Modern kitchen with white cabinets, dark countertop island, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony with a view of water and trees.
Modern patio with three potted plants in rectangular containers, sliding glass doors leading to interior, view of backyard with palm trees and outdoor furniture
Modern kitchen with white cabinets, black countertop, and stainless steel appliances, adjacent to a dining table with black chairs, and sliding glass door leading outside.

A SMALL TWO STOREY BRICK HOUSE ALTERED INTO A CONTEMPORARY WHITE SEASIDE COTTAGE

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