Sir Ian Athfield’s final grand design - mansion with cinema, candy bar and underground pub

A luxury six-bedroom mansion in Christchurch, designed by the late Sir Ian Athfield, is hitting the market with an expected sale price well above its $6.48 million RV. The home features unique amenities including a private cinema, a candy bar, and an underground pub, alongside advanced earthquake-proof engineering.
Why it matters
The property represents a rare architectural legacy from a prominent designer and highlights the high-end luxury real estate market in New Zealand.
Share twitter Share linkedin Share link 148 Glandovey Road, in Strowan, Christchurch, was designed by the late Sir Ian Athfield. Photo / Supplied - The six-bedroom mansion in Strowan, Christchurch, designed by Sir Ian Athfield, features a private cinema and underground pub.
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