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Dream delivered Working off the owners’ plans, Fowler Homes embraced this complex build to bring the client’s dreams to life These pages: Sweeping views from Manukau Heads to Auckland City are just one drawcard of this grand three- level home, which also has 3m studs and ceiling bulkheads throughout and a central floating stairwell on a 9m honed concrete block wall. The home was built by Fowler Homes Auckland South, with director Bret Robinson as team leader Search: 369480218 at Trendsideas.com search | save | share at As with choosing an architect, it’s essential to select a builder you can trust. It is also reassuring to know that your guaranteed outcome is one of quality and peace of mind. That’s why the owners of this dramatic home took the recommendation of their architectural designer, to entrust Fowler Homes Auckland South and managing director Bret Robinson, a Registered Master Builder and Licensed Build- ing Practitioner, to look after the build. Located in Flat Bush, Auckland, this 550m 2 home extends over three levels and showcases 100m 2 of tiled decks with spectacular views. The home offers solid, plastered concrete block construction, a designer kitchen, and an asphalt shingle roof. Features include a central 9m-tall honed block wall, floating cantilevered stairs, and stone-clad concrete columns. Drawing on his 38 years’ building experience, Robinson says: “This was a steep sloping site that had specific geotechnical requirements, including 6m-deep piles under the basement retaining walls, supporting three levels of con- crete block walls and solid concrete mid-floors. “However, despite the build’s complexity, the home became a reality within the agreed 18-month timeframe. “While our core business is design and build, we are often asked to undertake complex builds that other companies will not take on. This includes building for clients with their own plans, as with this dramatic residence.” Owners Vik and Josephine say, “’Your style of living... Your style of builder...’ certainly goes with Fowler Homes Auckland South . . . as they made the whole process of building our home such an easy and memorable experience. “We found Bret and the team to be extremely professional and always willing to listen to us and meet our requirements in a timely manner.” Contact Fowler Homes Auckland South, phone (09) 274 5600, email: [email protected], or head online: www.fowlerhomes.co.nz