By Gray Brothers Builders
Nestled among native tussocks, high above the sand dunes, this home is in harmony with its beachside location around 20 minutes’ drive north of Dunedin.
Its wood-clad wedge volumes are each oriented to capture a unique angle on the outlook.
The Master bedroom enjoys the sunrise over the distant headlands. The openplan kitchen/living/dining wedge turns its gaze across the ocean and to a private swimming bay below.
Following the sun, the house opens up to a series of sheltered outdoor spaces. The evening deck and den sees the days last rays over Blueskin Bay.
Fine craftsmanship is showcased in the many timber features throughout. Exterior cedar and interior Tasmanian oak create a unified whole.
Hand-crafted tiles, stone and ground pebbled concrete surfaces add to the tactile feel of this detailed home.
The 430sqm design includes multiple living spaces with fireplaces, three bedrooms, a gallery, outdoor living areas with a barbeque fireplace and a double garage. An outdoor shower and breezeway for boards and wet gear make this a surfer’s paradise.
Gray Brothers Builders of Dunedin – part of a legacy that goes back to the late 1800’s.
Paul McBeath and Mark Ward became the Co-Owners and Directors of Gray Brothers Builders of Dunedin in 2013 when they realised that by working together, they could continue the legacy of the Dunedin architecture community. They shared a passion for building Dunedin’s finest homes and for bringing young Dunedin builders into the trade. They wanted to pass on the traditional skills and strong work ethic that has made Dunedin the centre of excellence for fine designer homes.
You are now part of a story that actually started way back in the late-1800’s when a bustling Dunedin City was the centre of New Zealand’s financial and architectural industries. Dunedin is recognised as New Zealand’s leader for architecture, using artistry and world-class engineering skills to craft beautiful homes and commercial buildings on some of the steepest streets you can imagine. Over the years, Dunedin has created a strong culture and know-how of traditional craftsmanship – and canny engineering to deal with those hills!
These traditions have now been passed down to more than seven generations of Dunedin builders. Each generation brings their own ideas, combining traditional Dunedin building knowledge with the latest technologies, and building materials.
The original Gray Brothers built some of the finest homes you can find in Dunedin and around Otago. In 1974, Keith and Murray Gray started working together creating architecturally designed dream homes. But not just any home – homes that the Gray Brothers themselves would be proud to call their own.
Having grown up in Dunedin, Mark and Paul feel a real sense of pride and responsibility to continue in the footsteps of some of the great Dunedin builders. Together the Gray Brothers team have over 80 years of combined industry experience, so you can rest assured that your home build is safe in their hands. They treasure teamwork and work hard, coaching and mentoring their team every day, always striving to be the best.
At Gray Brothers, everything they do is focused on their passion for top quality craftsmanship. Award-winning quality is in their DNA, which is why they use their own 287-point Gray Brothers quality checklist throughout your build. They build homes that are beautifully designed, energy-efficient, user friendly and low maintenance.
Mark and Paul want to continue Dunedin’s legacy for beautifully crafted homes. They want to be known for passing to the next generation the secrets of how to build award-winning homes on some of the world’s steepest streets!
If you would like to chat about your dream home, call Mark now on 0274 382 533.