On an East-facing canal of the Whitianga Waterway features this Cove Construction home built for a retired Southland farmer and his wife.
The owners brought their love of Central Otago schist north, and you’ll find it everywhere from the fireplace surround, internal-external feature wall and on the letterbox outside.
Modernity meets rustic charm, and on the external cladding, cedar inlays mixed with James Hardie Oblique weatherboards fit together superbly.
Kwila decking wraps snug along the outside of the house, and the monopitch roof with its oversized barge board, and aluminium Louvre screen adds sophistication.
The schist features older-style masonry with large render lines, and sets the scene for what’s inside. Cedar barn doors and cavity sliders add more rustic charm throughout the living areas.
Further through in the master ensuite is a large tiled wall reminiscent of copper or steel with its bold metallic features.
Another added bonus is a covered courtyard alcove area behind the breakfast bar, as part of the unique design of this four-bedroom 300 sq m home.
Add a double garage and additional boatshed house for all of the important vehicles and toys, and a solid fibreglass pool, and there is luxury all around.
Feature lighting on the stairs of the outside deck and surrounding palm trees finishes the overall look of class on this waterfront property.
Project manager Matt Kurth said what he loved about this build was the materials that were used in construction all complement each other, “and overall it was a really nice design.”
John Ottaway from Dataplan was the architect behind the design, joining with Nick and Hollie, who own Cove Construction.
The husband and wife combine their expertise of design and building to their construction business, and it works harmoniously.
Hollie has a Diploma of Interior Design and more than five years experience in the building industry.
The award-winning construction business specialises in everything from architecture, to renovations, design and build, interior design services and outdoor kitchens and decks.
More recently the company has been involved in commercial builds including a new medical centre.
Based in Whitianga, the business covers the Coromandel and has a solid 10+ years experience, building up a reputation within the wider community.
Nick believes in the importance of standing by your work at all times, giving your business integrity.
Cove Construction caters for one-off residential clients as well as commercial builds, complexes and architectural homes.
“We understand the finer details that are important in residential construction.”
Registered Master Builders House of The Year awards winners, from 2016 to 2020, the company was a regional category winner in 2018 ( New Home $700K-$1 million, New Home up to $450K).
Cove Construction also won a Gold Award Auckland ( Renovation $500K-$1 million), and in 2016 for the (New Home Over $2 Million).
The company is also a proud corporate sponsor of the Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust, showing an active commitment to the community.