This small villa is typical of the thousands of its type to be seen across New Zealand. Compared with many, its decorative elements are few and apart from the later addition of the extra room built onto the veranda - perhaps to accommodate a growing family; it has little to distinguish it from many others.
The villa has become an iconic design from Victorian days and many in the older suburbs of our cities have now been restored, refurbished and repainted as a tribute to their timeless attraction. This model was made for someone who has admired its simple charm for many years.