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Auckland Clever Living Co House Plans

Clever Living Co offers a range of smart, modern home designs to suit a variety of lifestyles and budgets. Whether you’re buying your first home, looking to downsize, or planning your next move, there’s a design to suit.

O’Brien Homes is proud to bring the Clever Living Co range to Auckland, offering a simpler way to build a well-designed new home without compromise.

The Angus

The Angus is our most popular design, made for those who need a bit more space in their at-home lives. It offers high ceilings and a central open-plan living area with an indoor-outdoor flow. The master bedroom stretches across one end of the house with its own ensuite, connected via a walk-in wardrobe.

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    • Master bedroom with ensuite and walk-in wardrobe

    • Central open-plan kitchen-living area

    • Smart home features with Grid Connect

    • Triple sliding doors

    • Dedicated laundry

    • Floor area: 97m²

    • Overall dimensions: 13.35m x 7.60m

    • Bedrooms: 3

    • Bathrooms: 2

    • Living: 1

    • Living: 5.6m x 3.76m

    • Kitchen: 3.38m x 2.78m

    • Bathroom: 2.31m x 1.88m

    • Master Bedroom: 3.93m x 3.35m

    • Walk-in Wardrobe: 2.05m x 1.55m

    • Ensuite: 2.59m x 2.28m

    • Bedroom 2: 2.71m x 2.65m

    • Bedroom 3: 2.71m x 2.65m

Modern single-story house with black exterior, wooden accents, and a small front porch with steps, surrounded by lush green grass, plants, rocks, and tall trees under a partly cloudy sky.
Modern black house with wooden accents, large windows, a deck with steps, surrounded by green grass and plants, with a wooden fence and trees in the background under a clear blue sky.
Overhead view of a house floor plan featuring three bedrooms, a kitchen with an island, a living room, and outdoor wooden decks surrounded by green grass and landscaping.
Modern open-concept living area with a white sofa, colorful geometric rug, wooden coffee table, TV on a wooden stand, kitchen with white cabinets, island with three stools, windows overlooking a green outdoor scene, and pendant lights hanging over th
Nighttime view of a modern house with lit interior windows, surrounded by trees and under a starry sky.
Modern single-story house with dark siding and wooden accents, surrounded by a lush green lawn with landscaping rocks and plants, tall trees in the background, under a bright blue sky with a few clouds.

The Dexter

The Dexter is the largest of the two-bedroom homes in the range. It offers generous living space while still suiting most section sizes. The layout includes high ceilings, a spacious open-plan kitchen and living area at one end, and two generously sized bedrooms with built-in wardrobes at the other.

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    • Master bedroom with ensuite

    • Central open-plan kitchen-living area

    • Smart home features with Grid Connect

    • Double sliding doors

    • Dedicated laundry

    • Floor area: 97m²

    • Overall dimensions: 13.35m x 7.60m

    • Bedrooms: 3

    • Bathrooms: 2

    • Living: 1

    • Living / Dining: 6.9m x 3.17m

    • Kitchen: 4.46m x 2.69m

    • Bathroom: 2.67m x 2.22m

    • Master Bedroom: 3.71m x 3.03m

    • Ensuite: 2.67m x 1.68m

    • Bedroom 2: 3.07m x 3.14m

Modern house with black and wood siding, large glass windows, and a wooden deck with stairs, surrounded by green grass and trees.
Modern single-story house with a wooden exterior, large windows, and sliding glass doors, set in a landscaped yard with green grass, plants, and tall trees in the background under a blue sky with a few clouds.
Top-down view of a modern house floor plan with two bedrooms, a bathroom, an open kitchen and dining area, a living room, and a spacious outdoor deck with seating and greenery.
Modern open-plan living room and kitchen with white walls, large windows, a gray sofa, wooden coffee table, dining table with chairs, and backyard view.
A modern single-story house at night with exterior lights on, surrounded by a yard with grass, plants, and trees, under a starry sky.
A modern black house with large glass sliding doors and a wooden deck with steps, surrounded by green grass and trees under a partly cloudy sky.

The Suffolk

The Suffolk is designed to use space efficiently while still including a strong range of features. It includes a generous master bedroom with built-in closet, a second double bedroom, a dedicated laundry, and a central open-plan kitchen-living area connecting the home.

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    • Generous master bedroom

    • Central open-plan kitchen-living area

    • Smart home features with Grid Connect

    • Double sliding doors

    • Dedicated laundry

    • Floor area: 83m²

    • Overall dimensions: 11.42m x 7.50m

    • Bedrooms: 2

    • Bathrooms: 1

    • Living: 1

    • Living: 4.50m x 6.70m

    • Kitchen: 2.15m x 2.57m

    • Bathroom: 2.41m x 2.57m

    • Master Bedroom: 3.50m x 3.93m

    • Bedroom 2: 3m x 3m

A modern single-story house with black and wood exterior, large windows, a wooden deck, and surrounding trees and greenery.
Modern house with dark blue siding, a small porch area with a grill, surrounded by lush green grass and trees under a blue sky with some clouds.
Modern single-story house with gray siding and wooden accents, a patio with a barbecue grill, and surrounded by green lawn and trees.
Modern house with black siding, small front porch, surrounded by a green lawn, trees, and shrubbery under a partly cloudy sky.
A top-down view of a modern house with a spacious wooden deck, surrounded by green grass and tropical plants. The interior shows a living room, dining area, kitchen, two bedrooms, and a bathroom.
A modern house illuminated at night with lights on inside, a grill outside on a wooden deck, and a starry sky with trees in the background.

The Oxford

The Oxford is the most compact home in the main range. Its efficient footprint still provides full-sized living, with an open-plan kitchen-living area and two double bedrooms.

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    • Compact design for smaller sections

    • Central open-plan kitchen-living area

    • Smart home features with Grid Connect

    • Double sliding doors

    • High ceilings

    • Floor area: 60m²

    • Overall dimensions: 7.39m x 9m

    • Bedrooms: 2

    • Bathrooms: 1

    • Living: 1

    • Living: 3.98m x 5.01m

    • Kitchen: 2.80m x 2.99m

    • Bathroom: 2.04m x 3.12m

    • Bedroom 1: 3.10m x 3.28m

    • Bedroom 2: 3.10m x 3.28m

Modern small house with black and wood exterior, deck with a grill, surrounded by green lawn and trees under blue sky with clouds.
Modern black house with a flat roof, set in a green yard with trees and a blue sky.
A top-down view of a house floor plan with two bedrooms, a bathroom, a living room, and a kitchen, surrounded by green grass and a wooden deck outside.
Living room with white couch, black coffee table with decorative items, kitchen area with sink and cabinets, doors leading to two bedrooms and a laundry room, potted plant, modern decor, large windows, and recessed lighting.
A neatly made bed with white bedding and decorative pillows in a bedroom with bedside lamps, a window with light curtains, and a brown ottoman.
Nighttime view of a house with interior lights on, grill outside, under a starry sky with trees in the background.

The Highland

The Highland is the largest of the standard home designs and is aimed at families wanting more room. A full-sized living room, dining area, and kitchen form the centre of the home, with four double bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, and dedicated laundry space around it.

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    • Generous master bedroom

    • Central open-plan kitchen-living area

    • Smart home features with Grid Connect

    • Triple sliding doors

    • Dedicated laundry and storage areas

    • Floor area: 106m²

    • Overall dimensions: 14.38m x 7.60m

    • Bedrooms: 4

    • Bathrooms: 1.5

    • Living: 1

    • Living: 4.57m x 3.60m

    • Kitchen: 2.40m x 3.01m

    • Bathroom: 2.66m x 2m

    • Master Bedroom: 3.98m x 3m

    • Bedroom 2: 2.71m x 2.85m

    • Bedroom 3: 2.65m x 2.85m

    • Bedroom 4: 2.90m x 3.13m

Open-concept living room and dining area with white sofa, black armchair, coffee table with plant, and a dining table with white chairs in a modern home.
Modern kitchen with white island, wooden cabinets, black framed windows overlooking greenery, and a wooden dining table with white chairs.
Bright bedroom with white walls, a bed with white bedding and blue accents, a round wooden bedside table with a lamp, a wicker chair with cushions, and large windows showing a blue sky and outdoor trees.
Modern single-story house with dark and wood exterior, front porch with stairs, green lawn, trees in the background, and a blue sky.
Top-down view of a house floor plan with three bedrooms, a bathroom, a kitchen with an island, a dining area, living room with a sofa, and an outdoor wooden deck surrounded by grass and plants.
A modern house at night with lights on inside, surrounded by trees and under a starry sky.

The Hereford Duplex

The Hereford Duplex is designed for subdividers, investors, and those wanting to make better use of their land. It consists of two self-contained units. Each unit includes three bedrooms, with an ensuite in the master, and a lower level with a large open-plan kitchen-dining area and a separate living room.

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    • Two self-contained units

    • Open-plan kitchen-living areas

    • Smart home features with Grid Connect

    • Double sliding doors

    • Configuration: Duplex / two units

    • Overall dimensions: 11.62m x 11.14m

    • Per unit floor area: 126.13m²

    • Per unit bedrooms: 3

    • Per unit bathrooms: 1 main bathroom + ensuite

    • Per unit living: 1

    • Living: 5.36m x 3.95m

    • Kitchen: 1.99m x 3.08m

    • Bathroom: 2.35m x 2.8m

    • Master Bedroom: 3.39m x 4.24m

    • Ensuite: 3.49m x 1.01m

    • Bedroom 2: 2.59m x 3.13m

    • Bedroom 3: 2.8m x 3.13m

Modern two-story house with gray exterior siding, black roof, and multiple windows, surrounded by a well-kept lawn, bushes, and trees, under a blue sky.
Interior shot of a modern, minimalist kitchen and dining area with white walls, a large window showing trees outside, a white dining table with six chairs, a white kitchen counter with bar stools, and a large round wall clock.
A minimalistic bedroom with a bed, nightstand, dresser, and windows showing trees outside.
Top-down view of a duplex house floor plan with two mirrored units, each featuring a living room, kitchen, dining area, two bedrooms, and bathrooms, surrounded by green lawn and concrete walkways.
Top-down view of a multi-unit residential building with six visible apartments, each with bedrooms, bathrooms, and living areas, surrounded by a green lawn.
A modern, multi-story house with illuminated windows at night, surrounded by a lawn, a wooden fence, trees, and a starry sky.

Seasonal Accommodation

A purpose-built accommodation option designed for seasonal workers, backpackers, and students. It can house up to twelve residents and includes a large communal kitchen, spacious common area, and ample washing facilities.

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  • A convenient accommodation solution designed to house seasonal workers, backpackers, and students. Suitable for up to twelve residents, it’s complete with a large communal kitchen, spacious common area, and ample washing facilities.

    • Floor area: 179m²

    • Overall dimensions: 22m x 8.18m

    • Bedrooms: 6

    • Bathrooms: 1 large shared bathroom / facility area

    • Living: 1

    • Occupancy: suitable for up to 12 residents

    • Living: 6.76m x 6.39m

    • Kitchen: 5.10m x 2.49m

    • Bathroom: 7.04m x 3.62m

    • Bedroom 1: 4.31m x 3.60m

    • Bedroom 2: 2.23m x 2.76m

    • Bedroom 3: 3.80m x 3.18m

    • Bedroom 4 & 5: 3.60m x 3.18m

    • Bedroom 6: 3.55m x 3.18m

Modern white house with black trim, steps leading up to a deck, surrounded by green lawn and trees under a blue sky.
Top-down view of a modern house floor plan with an outdoor deck, green lawn, and landscaped yard, featuring multiple rooms including bedrooms, a kitchen, living areas, and recreational spaces.
Spacious modern living room with large window, entertainment system, pool table, dining area, and open kitchen.

Garages

Clever Living Co also offers garage single and double garage options designed to match the selected home in colour, cladding, and roofline.

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    • Built to match the Clever Living Co home with the same colours, cladding, and roof lines

    • Available as single or double garage options

    • All garages include a remote-operated door

  • Single garage

    • Dimensions: 5.80m x 3.80m

    Double garage

    • Dimensions: 5.80m x 5.85m

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime - 021 022 8339 or email us at info@obrienhomes.co.nz

  • Clever Living Co offers a range of thoughtfully designed homes created for modern New Zealand living. The range includes compact homes, family-friendly layouts, duplex options, seasonal accommodation, and garages, with designs suited to a variety of lifestyles, budgets, and section types.

  • Clever Living Co homes are designed to make efficient use of space without compromising on comfort or functionality. The range combines practical layouts, quality materials, and modern features to create a simpler path to building a new home.

  • Depending on the design selected, Clever Living Co homes may include a range of quality features and appliances. The brochure highlights inclusions such as Grid Connect smart home features, a security camera, heating and cooling solutions such as a heat pump, and products supplied by trusted brands through Bunnings Trade.

  • Yes. Clever Living Co homes include Grid Connect smart home features. These can allow homeowners to control selected power outlets and lighting from their phone, as well as access features such as the included security camera.

  • Clever Living Co homes are designed with products and materials supplied by Bunnings Trade, with a focus on quality, practicality, and affordability. Inclusions can vary depending on the design and specification selected, so it’s best to confirm the final package during the enquiry and planning process.

  • The Clever Living Co brochure references heating and cooling features, including a heat pump. Exact inclusions may vary by design, so these should be confirmed as part of your chosen package.

  • MultiProof approval is a certification for standardised building designs that comply with the New Zealand Building Code. Selected Clever Living Co homes have MBIE MultiProof approval, which can help streamline the building consent process.

  • According to the brochure, selected designs in the Clever Living Co range have MBIE MultiProof approval, including the Angus, Dexter, Oxford, Suffolk, and Highland.

  • No. Building consent is still required. MultiProof approval can help make the consent process more straightforward, but site-specific checks and approvals are still part of the process.

  • Yes. Single and double garage options are available to complement selected Clever Living Co homes.

    Clever Living Co offers:

    • Single garage — 5.80m x 3.80m

    • Double garage — 5.80m x 5.85m

  • Clever Living Co homes are supplied through Bunnings Trade. According to the brochure, the materials, appliances, and features used across the range are sourced through Bunnings Trade, helping support quality, consistency, and affordability.