49A Oranga Avenue Onehunga, Auckland City

The architect and former owner of this distinctive property, Henri Sayes, once described his unique, award-winning home in heartland Onehunga as "a good-looking barn containing some complex spaces".

Feted in the international architecture magazine Dwell, this three-bedroom home certainly redefines space and function in a new and innovative way.

Here is a place for people who pride themselves on cutting their own path in the world. Exposed trusses flipped to tower above a double-height open living and dining area accomplish a contemporary yet cosy zone where white light, wide window-seat and corresponding openings to the outdoors add scope to the social spaces.

The simple lines of the kitchen featuring an uncluttered hexagonal motif, soft-close joinery and laminated timber accents is undoubtedly going to be the trendy backdrop for your visiting crew. The ground floor also includes a double bedroom with adjacent multi-use bathroom/laundry, while on the upper level, two further bedrooms, including the master, share a contemporary bathroom with shower over the tub.

Set amidst established gardens and flat lawns with a spa pool, this daring cedar-clad find in Onehunga is close to Oranga Primary, the vibrant Onehunga retail precinct, Cornwall Park and an easy commute to the CBD.

AUCTION: 5pm, Wednesday 22nd October 2025
IN ROOMS: 451 Mt Eden Road (unless sold prior)