Okahu Villas - A Suburban Coastal Haven

Okahu Villas is a premium micro-neighborhood development located at Tautari St in Orakei, Auckland. Developed by NZB Homes, it comprises 11 high-end homes - 6 standalone, 2 duplexes, and 3 terraced homes, each with 3-4 bedrooms.

Situated on a large north-east facing site, Okahu Villas enjoys a prime location within walking distance to the waterfront. The developer NZB Homes' vision was to create a suburban coastal haven where residents could maximize family downtime while minimizing travel time.

The exterior design makes striking use of two key materials - Thermally Modified Timber (TMT) and Alaskan Yellow Cedar, both sourced from JCS. The TMT® was painted in a dark tone to provide contrast, while the natural warmth of the Yellow Cedar added depth.

The JCS TMT® selection supplied by PlaceMakers' Southeast hub is an innovative, efficient, and environmentally-friendly timber solution. The thermal modification process results in an exceptionally durable, stable material of superior quality while having low environmental impact.

The Alaskan Yellow Cedar complements the TMT perfectly. Naturally resistant to decay, water, and impact damage, it is an ideal exterior material, especially for coastal environments. Its consistent texture and density make it easy to work with and finish while holding coatings and treatments well.

Both the TMT and Alaskan Yellow Cedar were strategically chosen for their versatility, durability, aesthetics, and environmental credentials suiting New Zealand's climate. They complement each other to accentuate the form of the homes, with volumes brought forward or back to create facade depth and enhance the verticality of these impressive three-story homes.  

PlaceMakers' Southeast Hub also supplied the frame and trusses, mid-floors, Kwila decking, building wraps and many other key materials for this project. Working closely with the PlaceMakers SFI team, they helped make the client's vision happen.

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