Q&A

ONE TIP FOR OTHER HOMEOWNERS: Allow plenty of time for the planning stages of a new build. (Darrin)

BEST DECORATING ADVICE:

Keep walls plain to enhance your art collection. (Anna)

FAVOURITE KITCHEN APPLIANCES: The two Gaggenau 900mm-wide ovens and the Zenith HydroTap. (Anna)

BEST MONEY WE SPENT WAS ON: Using design professionals for their individual expertise, also the retractable roof over the upstairs deck. (Darrin)

BEST PIECE OF ADVICE WE RECEIVED: To ensure we built a home that justified this double beachfront site. (Darrin)

BEST SEAT IN THE HOUSE:

Sitting with family and/or friends on the deck with a glass of wine beside the fireplace enjoying all the action the beach and surf has to offer at our doorstep, including kite surfers, surfers and various wildlife. (Anna)

FAVOURITE OUTDOOR SPOT:

Using the outdoor shower and spa after swimming in the ocean. (Darrin)

WE LOVE THIS PART OF NEW ZEALAND BECAUSE: We have the ocean at our doorstep and Mt Taranaki in our backyard. (Darrin)

BEST WALK IN THE NEIGHBOURHOOD: Along Ōakura Beach or the trails in Egmont National Park. (Anna)

FAVOURITE LOCAL RESTAURANT: The Orangery Restaurant at Plymouth International hotel, which is ranked number one on Tripadvisor for New Plymouth.

(Darrin)