When Colin and Wendy planned a house to replace their old 1950s Mangawhai Heads bach, they had a very clear vision from the outset. The house would be pure white, or Resene Black White, to be precise. Crisp, elegant and beautifully detailed, the house borrowed architectural references from both the coastal homes of the Mediterranean, as well as classic New Zealand houses. With its large eaves, gabled form, verandahs, and corrugated iron roof, the house sits perched in a stunning location looking out over the estuary, sand dunes and ocean.
“Have a comprehensive vision of what you want. Don’t compromise. Collaborate with the right design and trades people.” The only colour on the exterior is a flash of lime green on the front door, in Resene Wellywood. The window joinery…
