European influence

To complement the European styling of the Greenhithe house, the designer specified concrete surfaces, both outdoors and in. These were coloured using the Peter Fell system.

Light-coloured concrete at the entrance gives way to a dramatic dark-grey polished concrete floor in the foyer. Scoured to resemble large flagstones, the floor has an aged patina similar to that seen in traditional Italian villas.

The Peter Fell coloured concrete flooring flows through to a powder room, and down a short flight of steps that lead to the garage. Warren Pointon of Town & Country Residential says its durability makes it a highly practical option for such areas.

Peter Fell coloured concrete in a lighter shade was specified for all the ground-floor living areas. The same shade and scoured flagstone look also feature in the courtyard and pool surround, enhancing the indoor-outdoor connection.

As the colour is an integral part of the concrete surfaces, it won't chip off or wear away, even in high traffic areas.

For more information or to visit the showroom, contact Peter Fell Ltd, 81-83 Patiki Rd, Avondale, Auckland, phone 0800 4 A Colour (422 656). Website: www.peterfell.co.nz.

Story by: Trendsideas