35 & 35A Kano Way, Hobsonville, Waitakere City, Auckland

This sophisticated eye-catching family home has an attached one bedroom minor dwelling. The exceptional property received a Silver award in the 2022 Registered Master Builders House of the Year competition 'for excellence in workmanship, creativity and innovation'. The exterior is a blend of black Stria cladding and rumbled bricks. The design is contemporary and striking and it continues through to the interior. A stand out feature is the double-height rumbled brick stairwell and steel staircase, which give the home a refined yet industrial feel.

Gorgeous heated polished concrete floors flow through the entire lower level and into the minor dwelling. The wide stacker sliders between the kitchen and living area lead to a huge timber deck with views of native bush. This is a perfect setting for summer barbecues and get-togethers with family and friends. The main dwelling and the minor dwelling both have high-end kitchens. The main dwelling has three large bedrooms, tiled ceiling to floor well appointed bathrooms and a separate study. The minor dwelling has an open plan living /kitchen /dining, beautifully appointed bathroom and double bedroom. The elevated stud and joinery heights throughout, plus the generous glazing give the entire home a feeling of space and light. The neutral palette adds to this appeal and lets features such as the staircase and eye-catching monochrome decor in the powder room take centre stage. The finish throughout this home demonstrates a combination of careful craftsmanship and beauty.

The minor dwelling can add an additional income stream and, although attached to the main dwelling, is very private with a separate outdoor area and is finished to the same high standard as the main dwelling. Ideally situated just minutes from Scott Point School and the Scott Point sustainable sports park.

The owners are now empty nesters and looking for a different lifestyle with apartment living on the horizon.