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Sitting back from the roadside is this New Windsor residential property originally built in 1966 with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 1 parking space. Section 809m², floor 124m².

The time had come for a significant change to the property, specifically, subdivide and build two new homes as well as minor refinements to the existing home.

The Tham family had very high expectations and were determined to secure a highly regarded builder that they could place their trust in to construct the two new builds from plans that had been drafted by another architectural firm, with input from independent kitchen, bathroom & ensuite designer Kate Scott, Stick + Stones Design.

The section itself needed to be subdivided into 3 Lots – front (Lot 1), middle (Lot 2), rear (Lot 3). Noted, Lot 2 had an existing home that required renovation work (minor refinement), Lots 1 & 3 new home builds. Plans for Lot 3 had been approved, Lot 1 pending Council approval.

Turning to BCG CONSTRUCTION, the Tham family dream was about to become a reality.

In keeping our commitment to the construction programme, scheduled works kicked into full swing. Marking out the 3 Lots, building the retaining wall, connection to public & private drainage, driveway and foundation works supported the site taking shape. Not long following, the structure of the two new home builds began as did the minor improvements to Lot 2. There was a slight interruption with Auckland going into Covid lockdown and material shortages nationwide but that didn’t stop BCG CONSTRUCTION team – within a year all three homes from exterior to interior were completed on time and on budget.

As a result, we can say the family is very happy indeed. A renovated home plus two new builds present the family a new lease of life, room to grow and hope for future family generations to come.

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Rare find in sought after location.

Sometimes opportunities only come up once in your life… undeniably true for this family. This exceptional piece of land covering more than 800m2 was a rare find in this sought after location. Close to amenities, shops, transport, schools and proximity to Auckland City. All it needed was for the family to uncover the potential of this special piece of paradise.

The existing site had an in-ground swimming pool, above-ground spa pool positioned in the middle of overgrown & unkempt gardens. Now that piece of land has undergone a significant transformation.

Ali and Ellie came to BCG GROUP with a residential two storey house design already done. The design did not really match their requirements so they asked the design team to come up with a better solution. Ultimately BCG ARCHITECTURE completely redesigned the entire house to meet client requirements and addressed the site limitations a lot better than the initial design.

The site was very challenging in terms of site shape, location and contours. This challenge has been well met with the addition of a lower level separate accommodation unit, garaging and lower level outdoor areas. The site was a former subdivision of a bigger lot and there was an existing swimming pool and landscape that was extremely overgrown that had to be cleared away and made ready for the new construction.

The design was undertaken knowing that we had to achieve, double garaging, 5 bedrooms, adequate livings spaces and the additional dwelling at the lower level. This became a concerted effort on the parts of the design and construction team to achieve a great design solution and be able to fit within the client’s modest budget. The design also had to ensure that we did not need a resource consent. Issues around HIRTB and coverage became very important design milestones.

The location of the living spaces to take advantage of the upper storey views was immensely important to the client. The location of the living spaces and kitchen ultimately made the house really work for the family.

A large main deck from the family room was part of the original brief and this was easily achieved out from of the upper level and surrounded by a clear glass cantilevered balustrade did not limit the views nor safety of the family.

The site access was a real challenge to the design as this came from a very narrow existing accessway on toa small corner of the site. Therefore access for vehicles and also pedestrians was vitally important to get right for the comfort of the family. The design solution and intricate driveway design has made it possible for vehicles and pedestrians to have a safe and comfortable journey on to the site and into the house.

The structural engineer had a significant impact on the design as this required a lot of retaining and floor level changes to ensure that we complied with HIRTB as well as ensuring the efficient use of the land and contours.

The final result has been a wonderful blend of good design, construction supervision and a willingness from the clients to particulate fully in the entire process. This project become a real team effort across all areas of consultant and contractor involvement. From conception of the design to the completion of the build BCG are proud to have been part of this design and build project.

On time and on budget in all facets of the programme were significant factors in the timely completion of the project.

Designed by: BCG ARCHITECTURE
Built by: BCG CONSTRUCTION

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Two storey, standalone, access via shared driveway makes life very easy. Each of these homes have been tailored to suit the taste of modern discerning young professionals and families. Blessed with open plan living, dining and kitchen the space is perfect for entertaining family & friends. Charming with polished wooden floors and high ceilings it is easy to see why this home is attractive, there is also heat pump to keep you warm through the colder months. There are three bedrooms with two of them massive doubles – enough space for the whole family!

Indoor/outdoor flows through the living area onto a low maintenance yard which catches all of the afternoon/evening sun, perfect for al fresco dining or entertaining friends and family. There is enough garden space for the kids to play but not take up your whole weekend it’s a win – win!

Ideally situated in a very desirable street and pocket of Otahuhu, this is a home that often sought and seldom found.

Motorway access north and south, good access to main arterials east and west is close. All the entertainment and shopping at Sylvia Park and Otahuhu village are a short drive away as well as the sports center and new train and bus transport hub.

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Russell had sketched a model of the house he wanted to build in Gulf Harbour but felt it needed some professional polish. He also needed a reliable team to build the home he had invested so much time and money.

To some extent you would say this is a fairly standard build on a patch of land with a gradual gradient – 2-storey, 3 bedroom house, media room, double garage, open plan kitchen, living and dining opening out to a large deck with a beautiful view of Gulf Harbour – all was not as it seemed.

Owning a plot of land and wanting to build on it in Gulf Harbour came with various ‘precinct’ covenants – which, if not adhered to, could prove difficult in obtaining local Council approval. For example, the standalone house designed for Voyager Drive sat in an apartment zone and therefore needed to comply with specific style, colours and materials that fit seamlessly in the precinct area and surrounding environment.

BCG ARCHITECTURE, BCG CONSTRUCTION and Russell joined forces to devise workable solutions to the precise covenants presented – deciding on terracotta roof tiles, vinyl wall cladding and window frames to match or blend in with all the other homes in the area.

Other factors which Russell put a lot of emphasis on included soundproofing the media room – here we used a double frame wall and concrete mid-floor instead of the standard timber style and the kitchen, dining and living to be enhanced with the installation of a skillion roof at a noticeable pitch of 45 degrees.

Divine, open, spacious, light filled, blends seamlessly into precinct and all covenants met.

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