Ardmore Architects :: Ardmore Rd


	This project was a challenging one for the architect, given my exacting demands for a large garage without eroding the heritage values of this home. I also wanted on site manoeuvring for large American cars. Garry created a fantastic outcome; a basement garage discrete from the road, and with an innovative turntable system capable of turning large cars inside the garage I believe he successfully married heritage with with modern design, and this is evidenced by the fact the the resource consents from the heritage team at Auckland Council were a smooth process. It showed me what is possible when your architect has vision and can work closely with an exacting client. Garry delivered to a high standard and with a huge degree of professionalism.

Ardmore Rd

Services Required:

Heritage Architecture /Restoration

Contemporay Lifestyle Design

Project Scope

This formerly neglected home is situated in the Herne Bay Avenues. The brief for this project was challenging: create a six car garage with a bar on the lower level, completely reconfigure the house to provide for an indoor-outdoor kitchen and pool area, without detracting from the heritage values of the villa and remaining within the rules of the Conservation overlay and Residentual 1 zoning.

Our Solution

A significant excavation including engineered retention of the working fireplaces on the first floor. To accommodate tight vehicle parking, a turntable was recessed into the garage floor.

The upper level was given a complete makeover, and the existing lean-too roof removed, the pitch of the living room roof extruded out, and new bathrooms, ensuites, and a new indoor-outdoor kitchen created on the sheltered side of the house, enjoying the morning sun.

The Result

The result is a restored heritage home when view from the street, with discreet garaging and a modernist home at the rear which opens up completely to flow into the landscaped rear yard.

Our Projects

Ardmore Rd

The Result