Presented with the maxim that life is too short to be boring or bored', architects Tim Hooson and Tim Dorrington were tasked with the challenge of transforming a 1920's bungalow into an exceptional, contemporary home. One that would seamlessly blend the old and the new with an emphasis on function and versatility, while stylistically pushing the boundaries.

With entertaining at its heart, the statement eight metre long Corian dining-kitchen island sets the scene for long lunches and sumptuous dinners, comfortably seating up to ten guests. This award-winning pavilion-like space opens to extend the living through large industrial glass sliders into the secluded west facing garden enjoying views across to the Waitakeres.

Light and lofty throughout, the wide entry invites you into the formal lounge with original, ornate pressed tin ceiling, then continues on to two of the three well-appointed bedrooms.

The location is almost impossible to beat with Tole St reserve at the quiet end of the cul-de-sac and all the vibrancy of Ponsonby Rd, at the other. Foodies and coffee connoisseurs, it's all here.

Ladies and gentlemen, life is good and the champagne is chilling.

See you at the open homes starting this Saturday and Sunday from 1pm-1.30pm or please give us a call to organise a time to view, Chloe 021 672 191 or Scott 021 2255 988.