Large and luxurious with stellar craftsmanship, this Taranaki beauty features stunning vertical cedar cladding that sets the tone. Step into the double-height entry and you’ll see a voluminous space with an exquisite floating staircase and steel screen through which morning sunlight shines. Floor-to-ceiling and carefully placed windows in the living areas provide panoramic views of the beautiful Taranaki landscape, including the mountain.
These rooms merge seamlessly with the outdoor living zone and pool deck. Sliding doors partition off areas for warmth and privacy, when required. Three bedrooms in meticulously detailed cedar- clad boxes appear to float over the public spaces.
The timber’s warmth softens the monochromatic interior palette in the sleek kitchen and living areas. You’ll find another family room and a convenient second bathroom upstairs, too. The main bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe, opulent ensuite and a balcony that enjoys glimpses of the Tasman Sea.
This 425sqm house on the semi-rural outskirts of New Plymouth exudes style at every turn, and not only made the Top 100 but also won Regional Supreme House of the Year in the Registered Master Builders awards in Taranaki (New Home $1.5 million – $2 million).
Throw in a bathroom excellence award as well as the outdoor living award and you can see why Peterson and Barnes work is exceptional.