Black is practically New Zealand's national colour.
And it's not just the All Blacks, you can see it in our modern home designs too.
It might be the constant flow of news from Japan, it might be the season, but all black homes are trending on OneRoof.
The coastal Torbay property on Cliff Road has to be the world-beating location, just 30-minutes north of the city.
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The brand new house pairs black vertical cedar with white bagged rendered brick for a modern, low maintenance finish, that is repeated in the black Japanese-style wooden fence and internally with black stained oak kitchen cupboards, black metal furniture details and light fittings that contrast with warm American oak floors.
Bayleys agents Tara Menzies and Alisa McArthur are bringing this Cliff Rd, Torbay house to auction on October 23. Photo / supplied
The two-levelled 262sq m property is marketed by Tara Menzies and Alisa McArthur from Bayleys, for auction on October 23.
The house has a deck, three bedrooms and a bathroom on the ground level, with the luxurious master suite and a study upstairs on the main living floor. The an open plan living, dining space and deck all share the stunning sea views.
Add in innovative features such as underfloor heating, fibre-optic connections, in-socket USB chargers and even an electric car charging dock for world beating, future-proof living.
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A black cedar house by architect Kerry Mason is for sale by negotiation with Adam Heazlewood and Danielle Evans of Bayleys. Photo / supplied
Merivale, Christchurch is known for its sophisticated shopping and fashions. Another sophisticated and stylish all black home, by architect Kerry Mason in his signature black cedar, plays on the contrast of black and white with the warmth of timber. Behind the black walls is the crisp white interior incorporating Italian Carrara marble and a glass staircase.
Open-plan dining and living rooms have white kitchen cabinets, kitchen island and a couch which amplifies the crispiness and creates a luxury feel. Of the three bedrooms, the elegant and generous master suite is complemented by an adjacent dressing room and ensuite; and the remaining two bedrooms share a chic family bathroom.
Additional features include a carpeted internal access garage, guest powder room and separate laundry while under floor heating and double glazing assure comfort.
A quick eight-minute drive from the heart of Christchurch, Merivale area is surrounded by restaurants and cafes with three schools within one-kilometre radius.
The property is marketed by Bayleys agents Adam Heazlewood and Danielle Evans and will be sold by negotiation.
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If there's one thing we love more than our national game, it's our native bush.
This house, hidden in 5000sq m of beautiful Titirangi bush, blends right in with its dark Earthy exterior.
Bayleys Titirangi agents Jeannette Young-Smith and Richard Cadness are bringing the three-bedroom double level home is located at the end of a sheltered West Auckland Herrrings Cove Place to auction on October 30.
Bayleys Titirangi agents Jeannette Young-Smith and Richard Cadness are bringing Herrrings Cove Place, Titirangi, to auction on October 30. Photo / supplied
The 255 sq m home, spread over two levels, has three bedrooms, a bathroom and generous media room downstairs. Upstairs, the living and family room, designer kitchen, entertainers lounge and deck take in the views across the bush to the sea - which is just a stroll away. White window frames and large windows and a deck, facing the seaside, contrast with the black paint on the exterior.
To reflect its bush setting, there are natural wood floors and a striking double-sided fireplace with chunky wooden shelves on each side.
If buyers wanted, the media room can be turned into a fourth bedroom and thre's a big double garage with a workshop space.
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