21 Leighton Street, Grey Lynn, Auckland City, Auckland

From its commanding street presence to the impeccably curated interior, this Jones Architect Project reimagines a 1900s bay villa which delivers an exceptional lifestyle just a short stroll from Ponsonby Road.

A full transformation has resulted in a timeless sanctuary of impressive scale and magazine-worthy style. Step inside and follow the blonde oak herringbone floors to the contemporary rear addition, where a designer kitchen complete with integrated appliances and a discreet wet bar sets the stage for effortless hosting.

This expansive open plan living domain is wrapped in floor-to-ceiling glazing, offering distinct zones for relaxation and dining, and a seamless connection to dual alfresco zones that flank the sleek centrepiece swimming pool.

Dine on the north-facing patio with its grass courtyard and enjoy sunsets from the wraparound decking at the rear, while inside a family den and a generous separate living room at the front of the home provide plenty of interior living space to spread out.

The bedrooms are equally stunning. Upstairs, the entire floor is devoted to a voluminous master suite, a light-filled retreat with luxurious walk in robe and spa-like en suite with walk-in shower and freestanding bath. On the main level, three further double bedrooms, a full family bathroom and a beautifully appointed guest bathroom complete the picture.

Every detail here has been executed with architectural elegance, from the floating timber staircase to the fully landscaped section and internal access garaging. This is a home of uncompromising calibre, bathed in natural light and impeccably appointed for modern life, all close to Grey Lynn Park and the cosmopolitan delights of Ponsonby Road.