A '50s stucco house in Paekākāriki transforms into a modern family home

A 1950s stucco house in Paekākāriki was transformed into a modern family home by architects Bonnifait+Giesen. The owner, a builder, constructed two extensions around the original structure over nine years while the family lived inside.

A key feature is the Vitex hardwood rain-screen applied over both old stucco and new additions, creating a unified, weathered exterior. The new roofline connects the spaces and provides views to the sea, successfully blending old and new elements.