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Tiny ‘50s ‘bach’ by Modernist architects listed for first time
Seventy-five years ago, Modernist architects Pascoe and Hall designed the cottage on Clifton Hill in Sumner Beach
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For the first time in 75 years, a unique one-bedroom bach designed by renowned Modernist architects Pascoe and Hall is on the market. Perched on Sumner's Clifton Hill, this treasured home at 48 Kinsey Tce offers stunning, uninterrupted sea views.
It has been in the same family since construction and was recently renovated, featuring an open-plan kitchen designed by Simon Pascoe, the original architect's son. Modern comforts include double glazing and underfloor heating, making this a rare opportunity.
Perched high above the sea, the house resembles a bach, but everyone who has called it home has put down roots. It is now on the open market for the first time.
The living room and deck are positioned to maximise the sun and magnificent view.
It’s easy to see how current owner Faye stayed after moving in “temporarily” after the Christchurch earthquakes took out her own home.
The ceiling follows the slope of the roofline, enhancing a sense of space. Similarly, the floor-to-ceiling windows open up the space, visually.
Faye had the wee place renovated extensively - the house now has double glazing and underfloor heating, plus a modern kitchen.
And yes, of course the bedroom enjoys the view through large windows.
There is a single-car garage with power to charge and EV. Or it could be a workshop.
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