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Built for 16 grandkids at Christmas; side-by-side Ian Athfield beach houses hit the market
Three Ian Athfield-designed beachfront homes built for one family are now on the market in Takapuna.
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A unique Takapuna beachfront property featuring three Ian Athfield-designed homes is now on the market. Originally built for a large family to holiday together, the compound consists of three self-contained dwellings designed to host numerous guests.
Clever architectural features like moveable screens and steel girders provide privacy while maximizing stunning sea views. This exceptional property, listed with Precision Real Estate, offers flexible living options for extended families or as a home and income opportunity.
The views from above shows how the three dwellings work together on the double section. Photo: TRADE ME/PRECISION
An early concept drawing from the home shows the "NZ" screens and the stairway down to the water. Photo: Athfield Architects
The two smaller dwellings on the double section: the gate house and middle house. Photo: TRADE ME/PRECISION
Inside, the main house has a kind of pavilion feel to it. Light and the views soften the industrial materials used in the house. Photo: TRADE ME/PRECISION
The central dining room. Photo: TRADE ME/PRECISION
The main house has four bedrooms. Photo: TRADE ME/PRECISION
Every area of the home invites the outside in. Photo: TRADE ME/PRECISION
The smaller dwellings have roof terraces, with incredible views. Photo: TRADE ME/PRECISION
The smaller dwellings have the same quality materials and attention to detail as the main house. Photo: TRADE ME/PRECISION
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