FOR SALE
8 KIRKMAY PLACE
ST. HELIERS
Privately elevated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, the Tapper House (1957) is a rare New Zealand modernist landmark by Vladimir Cacala. A residence where international modernism meets a distinctly local sensibility. Its exaggerated rectilinear form appears to float above the site, fronted by full-height sliding windows with crisp grid joinery - timeless, elegant and remarkably current decades on. Inside, a dramatic double-height stone wall anchors the plan and choreographs light, flow and separation across the split-level 5-bedroom layout. Tongue-and-groove panelling, old-growth timber floors and seagrass wall coverings enrich the calm, gallery-like atmosphere.
True to its era, the kitchen retains joyful mid-century character-blue, yellow and white finishes, stainless benching and wall-mounted tapware-paired with generous glazing and effortless indoor-outdoor connection. Set on 1,384sqm (more or less) of largely unchanged grounds, the home invites you to simply enjoy its purity or introduce thoughtful contemporary touches while respecting Cacala's intent. Frequently featured in architecture tours, photo shoots and commercial work, it stands as a celebrated piece of New Zealand design heritage in a prized bays setting.
Minutes to Madills Farm, St Heliers and Kohimarama beaches, village cafes and coastal walks, and in zone for St Heliers School and Glendowie College, this is modernism, lifestyle and land-beautifully resolved.
For sale by Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) closing 14 November 2025. Open Homes: Sat & Sun 2:00-3:00pm.
METHOD OF SALE
DEADLINE SALE (14TH NOVEMBER)
Yi Wei Tang
Will Lowndes
M: +64 21 638 168
E: yiwei@auroragroup.co.nz
M: +64 21 139 5133
E: william@auroragroup.co.nz
FOR SALE
8 KIRKMAY PLACE
ST. HELIERS
Privately elevated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, the Tapper House (1957) is a rare New Zealand modernist landmark by Vladimir Cacala. A residence where international modernism meets a distinctly local sensibility.
METHOD OF SALE
DEADLINE SALE
Yi Wei Tang
Will Lowndes
M: +64 21 638 168
E: yiwei@auroragroup.co.nz
M: +64 21 139 5133
E: william@auroragroup.co.nz
Privately elevated at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, the Tapper House (1957) is a rare New Zealand modernist landmark by Vladimir Cacala. A residence where international modernism meets a distinctly local sensibility. Its exaggerated rectilinear form appears to float above the site, fronted by full-height sliding windows with crisp grid joinery - timeless, elegant and remarkably current decades on. Inside, a dramatic double-height stone wall anchors the plan and choreographs light, flow and separation across the split-level 5-bedroom layout. Tongue-and-groove panelling, old-growth timber floors and seagrass wall coverings enrich the calm, gallery-like atmosphere.
True to its era, the kitchen retains joyful mid-century character-blue, yellow and white finishes, stainless benching and wall-mounted tapware-paired with generous glazing and effortless indoor-outdoor connection. Set on 1,384sqm (more or less) of largely unchanged grounds, the home invites you to simply enjoy its purity or introduce thoughtful contemporary touches while respecting Cacala's intent. Frequently featured in architecture tours, photo shoots and commercial work, it stands as a celebrated piece of New Zealand design heritage in a prized bays setting.
Minutes to Madills Farm, St Heliers and Kohimarama beaches, village cafes and coastal walks, and in zone for St Heliers School and Glendowie College, this is modernism, lifestyle and land-beautifully resolved.
For sale by Deadline Sale (unless sold prior) closing 14 November 2025. Open Homes: Sat & Sun 2:00-3:00pm.
St Heliers Mid-Century Masterpiece: Tapper House
FEATURES
INTERIOR
EXTERIOR
TOTAL BEDROOMS
TOTAL BATHROOMS
FLOOR AREA
PARKING
FLOORING
GARDEN
EXTERNAL WALLS
ROOFING
AREA & LOT
FINANCIAL & LEGAL
5
2.5
364 sqm
Old Growth Timber
OTHER FEATURES
Painted yellow cabinetry, stainless steel bench, wall-mounted tapware, Native timber flooring, rich wall panelling, locally sourced stone
Spacious Lawn & Outdoor Area
2 Carport + 3-4 Off-Street
Weatherboard
Color Steel
STATUS
LAND AREA
OTHER FEATURES
40 sqm Motorised Conservatory, Media Room with Viewing Deck, Boat Parking, Fully Fenced, Low-Maintenance Landsacaped Gardens
1384 sqm
For Sale
TITLE
Freehold
ZONING
Residential Mixed Housing Urban
YEAR OF CONSTRUCTION
1960's
CONTOUR
Level
VIEW DESCRIPTION
Ocean Views, Private Eastern Bays, Natural
RECORD OF TITLE
NA93D/567
CAPITAL VALUATION
$3,500,000
SALES PRICE
DEADLINE SALE
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