5 Castle Drive, Epsom, Auckland

Platform House by Dave Strachan

Positioned proudly at the northern foot of Auckland's most admired volcano - Mount Eden - this striking home is confidently anchored to the land, facing the sun and enjoying the outlook. Architect Dave Strachan of SGA Ltd has worked wonders here.

For those lucky enough to step inside, the experience is surreal. The light draws you upward, and a parade of natural materials takes your senses on a journey of discovery. Living unfolds on a platform above the ground plane, where an impressive outdoor room welcomes and immerses you in the soft green canopy of the mountain's edge.

Glass walls slide away to a suspended northern deck. Mornings arrive softly through the trees and evenings stretch out over the suburb below. The interplay of cedar, stone, and filtered light creates spaces that feel warm in winter, open in summer and always connected to the landscape.

This is not a house that competes for attention. It lingers. It resonates.

Moments from Auckland Grammar School, close to the presence and greenery of Government House, and within easy reach of Mt Eden Village & Broadway Newmarket, the location is as enduring as the architecture itself.

• Completed in 2007 - Architect Dave Strachan of SGA
• Land size: 1328sqm (freehold)
• House size: 363sqm (approx)
• Four spacious bedrooms, three open plan living areas, triple garage, generous off-street parking
• Zoned for EGGS, AGS, ANI & Newmarket School