From a stunning mid-century eclectic home to a coastal apartment in a refurbished heritage building, and a jaw-dropping newly renovated family retreat beneath North Head with modern twists on the traditional Devonport villa, the Homes of Devonport house tour showcases the very best our seaside suburb has to offer while raising money for three worthy charities.
Organised by Devonport Rotary and Bayleys Real Estate, proceeds will go to Dementia Auckland, Cure Kids and Rotary Charitable Trust, plus local schools, clubs and kindergartens in the area will also benefit by selling tickets for the event. Extra funds will also be raised from the sale of a range of sought-after goodies, including raffles, goody bags, Christmas cakes, decorations and more, available at some of the homes on the day. Each house will be themed for Christmas, providing tour-goers with inspiration for styling their own homes and tables for the festive season ahead.
“We love that the whole community gets behind this event, with children from local kindergartens and schools decorating wooden Christmas trees that will be on display at one of the homes,” says event manager Lynda Betts of Bayleys. “The event really is a special and fun day whether you are looking for interior, renovation or Christmas inspiration, or simply want to enjoy a special day out with your friends while having a nosey at some stunning homes,” she adds.
Kate Alexander is one of the Devonport homeowners opening her home for the house tour. A well-known interior designer and stylist, she couldn’t resist the opportunity to be involved in such a worthwhile event. “I love all things interior and have been on the Homes of Devonport tour myself in the past. I am very excited to share my love of interiors with others and support these worthy causes at the same time, especially knowing 100% of the funds raised go directly to the charities,” says Alexander.
Cure Kids CEO Frances Soutter says this is the first year that Cure Kids has been a beneficiary of the event and can’t wait to be involved. “We are honoured to be part of the Homes of Devonport tour this year and are grateful to Rotary, a founding partner of Cure Kids, and our partner Bayleys Real Estate - two amazing organisations joining hands to raise money for Cure Kids. Funds raised will go directly to supporting research on the big health issues which impact the lives of our tamariki,” says Soutter.
The Homes of Devonport tour takes place on Friday 1 November. Tickets cost $85 and are available on eventfinda.co.nz
