luxury house for sale Piha, New Zealand
House Piha (New Zealand)
Escape to a stunning coastal retreat at its finest. This home and environment are breathtaking - serene and private, with uninterrupted beach and mountain views over the Waitakere Ranges this property is separated from the rest. Architecturally designed by Hamish Gunns and featured on Grand Designs New Zealand, this is a modern masterpiece crafted without compromise. This home reveals a fusion of excellent raw materials - cedar cladding, rough-sawn macrocarpa, Brazilian slate tiles, concrete flooring and generous glazing. All are taking advantage of the sunny, north-facing, 3,010 sq m site. Inside, the home features waterfall ceilings and a spacious, open-plan living room with glass sliding walls opening to take advantage of stunning natural surroundings and unparalleled views. Exquisite lighting throughout the house including a German Flos recessed track lighting system in the main living area which allows total flexibility with lighting any space. Re-positioning of your artwork or furniture is no problem - as the lights can be repositioned via the magnetic track. It's elegant and revolutionary. The main living room includes a beautiful wood fireplace, and also available is underfloor heating throughout. It is complemented by a gourmet kitchen with a central island hub and hidden butler pantry, a chef's dream. A soundproof media room and a separate powder room complete the picture. All four bedrooms prioritise comfort and privacy, each with beautiful beach views. The master suite has a walk-in robe and a spacious ensuite bathroom. Outside is an Argentinian BBQ, a woodfire pizza dome and beer on tap - the perfect place to entertain while watching the sun go down. An outdoor shower, landscaped grounds, lush native bush to explore, a heated infinity pool and spa create an oasis of peace and tranquillity. Plenty of off-street parking, garaging and office space complete this dream. Piha is renowned for its seaside charm, world-renowned surf and countless picturesque waterfalls and hiking trails. This property at 81 Piha Road offers a front-row seat to Piha's unparalleled beauty. Properties of this calibre, setting and location rarely become available in New Zealand. This is an opportunity for a home, a lifestyle, and a sanctuary not to be missed. Take advantage of this opportunity to make your dream of exclusive coastal living a reality. Call us today to schedule a viewing.
By New Zealand Sotheby's International Realty
1 listing near Piha
House Curio (Switzerland)
Villa Pierina was born as the highest expression of someone who has made it in life. At the beginning of the 20th century, Francesco Avanzini, a successful emigrant from Curio to Argentina, decided to commission the construction of Villa Pierina. The villa had to tangibly represent 'the spirit of successful return' to the homeland of for one who had achieved wealth and status in distant foreign lands. At that time, architect Giuseppe Bordonzotti, highly respected in Ticino for his Art Nouveau style of eclecticism, was contacted to take charge of the project. What followed was an intense exchange of correspondence of projects, variants, observations between Ticino and then thriving Argentine Capital of Buenos Aires. At that stage, the client's desire for the building to reflect 'American Long Island Grandeur' often clashed with architect Bordonzotti's desire for local architectural elements to prevail. Finally in 1909, construction work on Villa Pierina began. Completed in 1910, the villa is named after Francesco Avanzini's daughter. Purchased later by a wealthy German family, the building was entirely and tastefully renovated with noble materials, restoring its due 'grandeur'. A prestigious Art Nouveau, turn of the century, country estate which is listed as a cultural asset, Villa Pierina dominates the village of Curio with its regal elegance. Entirely renovated in 2012 using the noblest and most luxurious materials, the villa, with its four floors characterized by large, bright rooms, stands out as a residence of great distinction. High ceilings, large chandeliers, herringbone walnut parquet flooring, inlaid fireplaces, a discrete internal lift, and perfectly restored original frescos are just some of the prestigious elements of Villa Pierina. Its sunny south-eastern exposure and ample large terraces, offers an enchanting view of nature, the village and Lake Lugano. The park houses a large, heated swimming pool with sunbathing area and the villa is accessed via a majestic curved raised tree lined driveway which adds further significance to this magnificent historic estate. Today, Villa Pierina, one of Ticino's standout famous buildings, is waiting for a new owner to continue its prestigious history.
By Fontana Sotheby's International Realty
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