b'he designed a house for friends nearby. Even thoughJared, a builder by trade, sought to make the most of that look was more modern than what the Hendersonsthe views. He had originally intended to build the house wanted for themselves, Keryn says they clicked with himhimself, but accepted a position with Team New Zealand straight away. and so, in the end, brought in help to nish the job.She recalls her list asked for the house to cater easilyThe couple agreed they wanted the house to be classic for everyday family life, such as coming home with the nothing too trendy or retro in style. grocery shopping. She wanted an open-plan living space with good indoor/outdoor ow, decks and plenty of roomTherearequiteafewclassic-stylehomesalongthis for kids, and the ability to easily step out onto the lawn.street and we felt anything too boxy would stand out. She also wanted a separate spacea teenage zoneforWe wanted something that was modern, but would still the children as they got older. age nicely, Keryn says.| 17'