Mawhitipana House: Elevated Auckland Getaway with Panoramic Views

The Mawhitipana House, designed by MacKayCurtis in Auckland, New Zealand, is a stunning 2022 holiday home that seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living. Situated on a steep, elevated site with sweeping views over Mawhitipana Bay, the house features a long, timber deck that spans the entire width of the narrow lot, strategically placed between the property's mature Pōhutukawa trees. The owners' brief, to maximize sun, views, and outdoor living, is expertly fulfilled by this simple yet elegant design, which places a timber box for sleeping and bathing above the deck, creating a delicate, nature-inspired retreat. Read more ...Related:Oceanus: Modernizing a Midcentury Home in Los AngelesThe Shelter: A “Shelter in the Landscape” – Facade’s Masterpiece in Kato KastritsiWSB: Luxury Apartment Renovation by PLUS ULTRA in Milan