Homestead vibe

As well as offering a broad range of standard plans to respond to a variety of land and owner requirements, G.J. Gardner also creates completely unique designs from scratch based on the site – such was the case with this generous, contemporary showhome design.

The home has a striking presence from the street, clad in pale-toned designer brickwork with a feature cedar element to the fore.

The Metalcraft Longrun T-rib gabled roof provides secure, attractive cover while the rich cedar steps leading up to the solid front door contribute to the home's design impact.

Inside the front door and past the entry hall, you are greeted by the showhome's expansive open run of entertaining spaces – living, designer extended kitchen with dining area opposite and last the cosy family room, complete with study nook.

The living area has generous glazing along two walls and Feltex Cable Bay carpet in Stone underfoot – touches like solid built in display shelving and the soaring ceiling made possible by the gabled roof form add character to the serene white volume.

The bespoke kitchen is fronted with a ribbed white island with contemporary benchtop and a wealth of functionality at rear.

The kitchen's perimeter cabinetry stretches along the wall behind offering a wealth of quick-access storage and a generous work surface.

Open timber corner shelving also features in this area while crisp, contemporary Samsung appliances make life easy for the chef.

Opposite the kitchen, the dining area sits beside beside a giant picture window, flooding the area with natural light.

This central section of the entertainment volume has low-upkeep stone-look floor tiles with a matt finish.

The carpeted family space beyond includes a generous study space while both the dining area and family space open out to the sprawling timber deck at the rear of the home.

The other, private, section of the home has a laundry with outdoor access, a powder room, family bathroom and a master suite retreat – together with two other bedrooms with their own built-in storage.

The master bedroom is served by a walk-in-robe and crisp ensuite.

All three bedrooms open onto the rear deck.

If you're looking for a family-meets-entertainer home that offers character and spacious living then find out more about this Rangiora, Waimakariri showhome here and other showhomes on the G.J. Gardner website here.

Story by: G.J. Gardner Homes