Nuffield An Icon Is Born Picture this. Luxurious apartment living with inspired design normally seen in penthouse living and east and west views encompassing Mt Eden and Mt Hobson right in the heart of Newmarket. Introducing Nuffield – a 10-level building featuring 16 petfriendly, luxurious and contemporary residences from one to three bedrooms in size. Nuffield was designed by legendary architect Neville Price who is celebrated for his sculptural designs in both New Zealand and the United States. Neville says: “Nuffield residences have been designed to provide facilities not usually included in high rise apartment living - orientation two ways to the east and west, all doors/ windows open to large decks with trees and landscape for outdoor living conducive to the Auckland climate. Through these decks and wing walls a sculptural building form is created, also providing privacy and individuality to each apartment. The structure is insitu concrete, post tensioned ensuring the highest seismic resistance.” Indoors, the work of interior designer - Julie Fielding, works beautifully with Neville’s architectural design. Each residence features large decks, generous indoor/outdoor living maximized by glass doors which disappear completely into recesses, a topof-the-line kitchen where built-in outdoor barbecues extend kitchen islands and fully tiled en-suites with underfloor heating. One of the residences is a New York loft-style spanning two floors with a bridge traversing a double-height living area. “My philosophy with this design was to achieve a timeless, clean and neutral look. To create a home that not only has “wow” factor but also a welcoming feel,” says Julie. “I chose a palate that could be added to with the owners personal touches and that would be easily integrated with the fundamental design. In accordance with Neville Price, the architect, and the developer, there is room for individual specifications such as feature tiles in the bathroom and alternative splash back options. We have future proofed the interiors with specialised water proofing systems in the wet room areas, acoustic underlay under the wooden floors, and under floor heating. These apartments are definitely places you can call home.“ Nuffield also features large native trees suspended in robust, concrete planter boxes attached to the walls on all levels. They’re cared for by an automated irrigation system and add a stunning feature to the building.
The developer is 85 Nuffield Street Limited. The managing director, Mr Brown, says they wanted to create an iconic building. Their vision included a living wall look with large trees, generous balconies with panoramic views and morning and afternoon sun, along with seamless indoor/outdoor living and maximum privacy. “It’s a strong, modern building with the highest seismic and acoustic rating for peace of mind,” says Mr Brown. “Nuffield is built in solid concrete and all the amenities are double glazed and fully air conditioned. It’s in an outstanding inner city location, in a trendy street near the transport links and hubs inside the Double Grammar Zone with secure car parks.” Nuffield is within walking distance of an array of trendy shopping options, excellent cafés and restaurants, seconds from a train station, which will take you to the city in a heartbeat, close to the Auckland Museum and schools like Auckland Grammar and Epsom Girls, and the new University of Auckland’s Newmarket campus. The complex is scheduled to start construction in January next year, with completion in the first quarter of 2018. It is being marketed by Ray White Black Group’s, Heather Walton, and her team at Epsom. “It’s my absolute pleasure to be associated with Nuffield residences,” says Heather. “It’s rare we are given such a wonderful opportunity to sell something that is truly unique in its construction, design and quality. We love its boutique nature, the insitu poured concrete construction (something that hasn’t been seen a lot of in New Zealand and certainly not on this scale) and there are even electric car charging points in the car park area; it’ very forward thinking and supports our green theme building.” My husband Mark Bycroft and myself have even purchased a Nuffield residence ourselves as we see the benefits of this location for our family and, like so many Aucklanders, plan to keep a property in Auckland and head to our beach house as much as possible in the future.” The Nuffield team is made up of Heather Walton, Mark Bycroft, Joe Telford and Brittany Burke. They are available to meet with you for a private appointment so that you can discover Nuffield. You can contact them on the following numbers: Heather Walton - 021 432 167; Joe Telford – 021 191 7769 — Words: Jenna Moore