The prestigious site for this house is on the Waitemata Harbour above a busy marina near Auckland City. The marina is popular for yachts cruising the Pacific Ocean. The site is quite steep and west-facing.

Due to building height restrictions we needed considerable excavation to fit this four-level, 350m2 house on the site. The pool and courtyard are on the east, away from the harbour but protected from the wind and with the benefit of afternoon sun. All the bedrooms and living areas look out to the marina and the city beyond.