Feature article

Kitchens: This coastal kitchen blends into its landscape

The kitchen of this hilltop home in Muriwai is visible from afar.

Clare Chapman
By Clare Chapman (Editor in Chief, HOME)
Last updated: 1 February 2024 | 3 min read

HOME: How did you choose the material palette for this kitchen?

HOME: What are the kitchen’s most important features?

HOME: What do you think makes a good kitchen?

Design details

Author

Clare Chapman Clare Chapman

Discover More

Houses in New Zealand

Property value NZ: Check your house value online

Get a better understanding of property value across New Zealand

bach as seen from outside

‘It’s time for life and laughter to fill the bach again’: Architect’s retreat and boatshed listed 30 years on

This two-level bach at Maraetai Bay in Queen Charlotte Sound was designed by the late architect Jonty Rout.

Advice & Tools

PROPERTY NEWSLOOKING TO BUYTHINKING ABOUT SELLINGHOME INSPIRATION

Search

Other articles you might like

After kitchen renovation by Xsite Architecture
Feature article | 3 min read
Kitchen trends in 2020 for homeowners

Here are some top trends in kitchens in 2020 if you're thinking of doing a kitchen reno.

Poggenpohl Plusmodo by German Kitchens.
Feature article | 4 min read
Top trends for new kitchens in 2021

Forget gloss, it's all about textures this year.

Start a listing icon
Start a listing
Watchlist icon
Watchlist
Favourites icon
Favourites
Sign up icon
My Trade Me
© 2026 Trade Me Limited