89 Te Huia Drive, Flagstaff, Hamilton, Waikato, 3210, New Zealand

Built in 2010, this former Downey Designer show home reflects singularly good taste. Well visited in the days when it was open to the public, the home demonstrated what can be achieved when stylish modern design and quality craftsmanship join hands.

Spread over a single level 300sqm floor plan, the executive plaster over brick residence caters to a large family, utilises space efficiently, and shows a love for indoor-outdoor living. A good contemporary home design will consider space both in and around the house, and it’s certainly the case here. Kitchen, separate lounge, and the open-plan domain all spill onto a sun-drenched private patio. The master suite also embraces the outdoors with gusto. Two large living areas provide room for everyone’s activities and elegant spaces for effortless entertaining. Shared areas are balanced by five double bedrooms, each with a double robe, apart from the master which has a fitted walk-in. The ensuite goes the extra distance with a bath, twin vanities, a tiled walk-in shower, and a separate toilet. Generous storage features throughout, the kitchen has a well-organised dry scullery, the laundry is separate, and garaging is triple.

The mature section is neatly landscaped and provides off-street parking. Nothing is left to chance at this fine dwelling, which lies in a prized area footsteps from Te Huia Drive Reserve and playground and in zone for Flagstaff and Rototuna schools.