Proxima Penthouses
  • Project Penthouse Apartments
  • Status Completed
  • Location Newton, Auckland
Rising 30 metres above a former light-industrial brownfield site in Eden Terrace, the four single-level penthouses at 47 Randolph Street redefine luxury city-fringe living. Positioned on the ninth floor of a newly developed tower, the project demonstrates how Auckland can intensify sustainably without sacrificing uncompromising craftsmanship. By bringing premium, multi-generational "houses in the sky" to a neighbourhood traditionally lined with warehouses, the building elevates local architectural ambition while capitalizing on its proximity to emerging transit networks and a zero-emission future.

Within each penthouse, the interior planning is strategically arranged to maximize spatial generosity and environmental connection. Service areas, including lifts, risers, and bathrooms—are deliberately consolidated along the southern wall, liberating the northern and western edges for the primary living zones and bedrooms. This thoughtful layout allows the homes to capture sweeping 270-degree views, emphasized by soaring 3.4-metre ceilings and full-height Low-E sliding glass doors that open seamlessly onto deep, wrap-around balconies. At the social heart of each residence, a chef’s kitchen anchored by a 3.2-metre quartzite island and full scullery flows effortlessly into flexible secondary spaces, where sliding partitions can adapt individual suites into a unified guest wing in minutes.

Grounding this expansive, high-altitude framework is a quietly rich and highly durable material palette designed for long-term elegance with minimal upkeep. Engineered-oak floors meet flush large-format porcelain tiles, while frameless glass, brushed-graphite tapware, and precisely prefabricated cabinetry add layers of refined detail. Beneath this sophisticated aesthetic lies a robust technological foundation: hidden KNX automation systems intuitively manage lighting, blinds, and climate scenes, while dedicated basement EV charging and acoustically dampening glazing ensure these premium residences remain resilient, efficient, and deeply comfortable.
Project info
Client Proxima Residences Trading Trust
Year 2015-2023
Location Newton, Auckland
Awards ADNZ Auckland Regional ‘Multi-Unit Housing’ Commended Award Winner, 2025
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