suspended above lake wakatipu, this striking home cantilevers nine metres over the slope below, with opening facades that create the sensation of floating above the landscape. configured as two sleek pods projecting from the hillside, the home frames uninterrupted views of the remarkables and the stunning lake below.
the brainchild of chartered civil and structural engineer-architect warrick weber, the smartpod concept celebrates “structure as architecture”, with steel trusses, exposed framing and expansive glazing defining the home’s distinctive cantilevered form.
the home’s nickname “ebony & ivory” is a subtle nod to the original owners’ passion for the piano reflected in the design itself, where one pod is finished with a white roof and the other black, while the exposed structural trusses echo the same theme with black steel in the living pod and white in the bedroom pod.
the arrival sequence is simple and effective, with the entrance leading directly into the kitchen and living pod. here, floor-to-ceiling bi-fold doors immediately draw your eye to the panorama, positioned forward of a glass balustrade so they can open fully to the alpine outlook.
after an afternoon watching aircraft lift off across the pristine waters of lake wakatipu, retreat to the contemporary kitchen, complete with european appliances, and dine beneath the soft glow of a custom david trubridge pendant.
past the central stairwell - which leads down to the outdoor pinot pit and viewing platform the second pod accommodates two generous bedrooms, two beautifully appointed bathrooms, and a guest powder room, arranged for privacy and separation.
the master suite enjoys the same floor-to-ceiling glazing and glass balustrading, with doors that open wide to a postcard view of the remarkables, whose changing colours at sunset provide a spectacular show.
clean lines, minimalist detailing and a refined material palette give the home a sharp contemporary edge. practicality matches design, with a dedicated mudroom/laundry, off-street parking and garaging, along with thoughtful storage throughout.
the location offers easy access to town - approximately a 35 minute walk to queenstown’s hospitality, retail and entertainment precinct - and convenient driving distance to the ski fields and international airport.
the property is a stand-alone stratum in freehold residence. the dwelling, garage and yard areas are owned exclusively by the vendor as part of the unit title ownership. unlike typical unit title developments where buildings adjoin, there is no common structure between dwellings. the owner is responsible for their own insurance, and with no shared structures or services, there are no body corporate levies for this property.
arrange a private viewing to experience this remarkable queenstown home for yourself.
auction: 12:00 p.m. friday 17 april 2026, on-site (unless sold prior)
please note boundary lines are indicative only.
