Island Time

When the owners of this Far North home travelled from the United Kingdom to find a new place to live, they discovered paradise in Mangōnui.

“It feels like a welcoming home, as though we have lived in it forever.”

Development rules on their island vineyard site meant their new house had to complement the natural environment. An experienced builder, who understood their needs, was required. Word of mouth and several interviews led the owners to Shane Yardley of PRObuild Mangōnui Limited. “We listened to the owners and knew we could achieve their vision,” says Shane. The home bears the simplicity of a boat shed with the class of a high spec property. The exterior is of naturally stained Western red cedar and recessive grey Axon Panels – colours chosen by the owners to blend with the native bush. A steel framed pergola fronts the building, and the COLORSTEEL® roof crowns the masterpiece with stately grace.

Glass sliding doors allow seamless indoor-outdoor flow. A cast iron door in the living area and exposed macrocarpa wood trusses enhance the home’s elegance. And the views from the house are spectacular, with the water visible from every room. Shane and his crew worked efficiently, handing over the keys before Christmas. The owners have been revelling in their new environment ever since. “We worked with the team to create what we wanted and the house took shape exactly as we designed it,” says the owner. “It is finished to a gorgeous high standard. It feels like a welcoming home, as though we have lived in it forever.”

-NZCB Member ⁄ Shane Yardley