The final opportunity within Ngā Whare Pārara, a collection of just four architecturally designed, energy-efficient Superhomes in established Somerfield and the sought-after Cashmere High School zone.
Designed by award-winning Bob Burnett Architecture and built by Dan Saunders Construction, 135B Somerfield Street is a rare high-performance architectural home in Christchurch. Homes of this calibre rarely come to market completed, tested and ready to occupy.
Winter sunlight reaches deep into the living spaces, warming a sophisticated palette of natural timber and soft neutral tones. Higher ceilings create volume, while the kitchen, dining and living areas connect naturally with the Kwila-decked courtyard.
That sunlight isn't accidental. Drawing on passive solar and passive house design principles, the home is carefully oriented to welcome lower winter sun for natural light and free solar warmth, while generous eaves provide considered summer shading. Warm floors underfoot. Fresh, filtered air. More consistent temperatures. Fewer draughts. A quieter, calmer home.
Behind that experience is independently verified performance. Superhome Best Certified, the home incorporates European triple-glazed uPVC windows and doors, hydronic underfloor heating, Brink whole-home heat-recovery ventilation and a highly insulated, airtight building envelope. Post-construction blower-door testing achieved 0.54 ACH50, while energy modelling indicates approximately 85% lower annual heating demand than the same home modelled to Building Code minimum requirements.
The beautifully finished kitchen features premium Bosch appliances and induction cooking, complemented by timber-toned flooring and 100% wool Bremworth carpet.
Upstairs are two generous bedrooms, while a separate ground-floor multi-use room provides flexibility as a second living area, home office, media room or guest space. Two bathrooms and a separate single garage complete the layout.
A 6.3kW solar PV system, battery-ready hybrid inverter, EV-charging pre-wire and rainwater harvesting add further energy efficiency and future readiness.
For buyers seeking an energy-efficient, low-maintenance architectural home in Christchurch, 135B offers a compelling alternative to a conventional new build.
Moon Under Water is across the road, with Beckenham shops, local cafés, Woolworths and the Port Hills nearby, while Christchurch CBD is only minutes away.
There are plenty of new homes available. Far fewer combine architectural design, energy efficiency and independently verified performance with this level of everyday comfort.
Come inside. Feel the difference.
Experience 135B Somerfield Street at an upcoming open home or arrange a private viewing.
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