Californian Collection
Seamless Indoor-Outdoor Living for Nature Lovers & Entertainers
Inspired by the relaxed elegance of California living, this collection is designed to blur the lines between indoor comfort and outdoor freedom. With large sliding doors, generous courtyards, and layouts that wrap around sun-soaked outdoor spaces, these homes make the most of your section and the seasons. Whether you’re entertaining, relaxing, or simply enjoying the fresh air, every plan offers a strong connection to the outdoors — without sacrificing privacy.
From the sleek modernism of Torrent Bay to the breezy openness of Wainui Beach, each design is tailored for lifestyle-focused living. With features like dual outdoor areas, sheltered courtyards, and bedroom layouts that maximise comfort and separation, this collection is ideal for nature lovers, entertainers, and anyone wanting a home that feels like a private retreat.
Plans That Blur the Line Between Indoors & Out
Designed for nature lovers and entertainers, these homes bring the outdoors in with courtyards, alfresco zones, and flowing, light-filled interiors.
Torrent Bay
This contemporary four-bedroom home takes the California vibe with its rectilinear lines and restrained material palette of pale, elongated brick and a clean stucco finish. Inside, this home dissolves all living spaces seamlessly with outdoor living; whether you’re in the kitchen, lounge or even the master bedroom, just step outside!
If you’re a big fan of the outdoors and love that resort-style outdoor living, this should be top of your list.
Wainui Beach
This L-shaped home provides maximum outdoor living space while remaining private from the road with its set-back lounge design.
All living spaces can enjoy an outlook over the sunniest part of your section, making even narrow lots feel large.
Matai Bay
This home is suited to a broad section with a southern entry point.
The design of this home centres around its U-shaped courtyard, which will also provide shelter from the wind.
Something unique about this layout is the double ensuites, one for the master and another for an optional guest room.
Mt Maunganui
The layout of this H-shaped home provides the option for two outdoor spaces—one for the morning and the larger outdoor space with an optional pool on the north-facing side.
The courtyard will help protect you from the wind and offers an outlook over your section from the kitchen, dining, and lounge.
Muriwai Beach
This L-shaped home separates the master bedroom from the other bedrooms and ensures that both living areas are not too close together.
All bedrooms are positioned with ample space from the main outdoor living area, meaning swimming at night won’t disrupt the kids!
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