Hidden Wine Cellar and Chef's Dream Kitchen Revealed Inside 1926 Art Deco Home

A hidden wine cellar concealed beneath the pantry floor and a gourmet kitchen worthy of a professional chef are among the standout features inside a meticulously renovated 1926 Art Deco home in Hamilton, set to go under the hammer on August 1.

Purchased by KP Architects co-owner Nat Dixon in 2013, the residence at 14 Lexington Terrace underwent an extensive renovation, carefully preserving its Art Deco heritage while introducing the functionality of modern living.

"What drew me to the home was its incredible character," Nat said.

"It was really important that the renovation respected the original fabric of the home and its heritage. We wanted every new addition to feel sympathetic to the original architecture, so it still feels like a 1926 home, just one that's been thoughtfully adapted for modern living."

At the centre of the renovation is a gourmet kitchen featuring premium Miele and Fisher & Paykel appliances, an induction cooktop, gas wok burner, walk-in pantry and bespoke joinery.

"The original kitchen was tiny, so creating a generous kitchen and walk-in pantry was a priority because I love cooking," Nat said.

Hidden beneath the pantry floor is one of the home's most unexpected features.

"When we started renovating, the builders discovered a sealed cavity beneath what had once been the original toilet," Nat said.

"We poured a concrete slab, installed shelving and turned it into a hidden wine cellar. It's a small space, but it's one of those features that completely surprises people."

The renovation also introduced a beautifully reconfigured floorplan, a terrazzo bathroom and bespoke timber joinery, while retaining the home's decorative plaster ceilings, leadlight windows, original fireplaces and timber flooring.

Originally one of three 1920s-character homes on the site, the property was retained as part of a boutique redevelopment completed in 2000. The third residence was removed to make way for a shared swimming pool and landscaped gardens, allowing residents to enjoy resort-style amenities while preserving the site's original character homes.

Place New Farm selling agent Aaron Woolard said the home offered a combination of timeless character and contemporary living.

"Buyers love beautiful character homes, but they also want modern functionality," Aaron said.

"This renovation achieves both exceptionally well. Every decision has been made with respect for the home's history while delivering the lifestyle buyers expect today."

While reluctant to part with the home, Nat said the decision to sell comes after purchasing a property with her partner.

The property will go under the hammer onsite on Saturday, August 1 at 3pm.