corten house
The brief called for a modern three-bedroom house, in keeping
with the farm setting and to maximise the views to the south to be light, warm
and sunny. It was to incorporate a mix of contemporary clean lines with warm
textures and high quality, durable, low maintenance but friendly materials. A home
with a lodge feel; large volume open plan living, split into distinct but
flexible entertaining spaces and countered with smaller cosy spots. Living
areas linked to sheltered outdoor spaces suitable for use at different times of
day and in various weather conditions.
The house is hunkered down in the hillside, protected from the prevailing winds.
The living stepped down to float over the planted gully. A small den to slip away to, cosy in the middle of the house. Contrasting space, the main bedroom capturing the drama to the Remarkable Mountain Range.
The guest wing attached to the ground, grounded, sheltered.
2021 NZIA Southern Architecture Awards Winner
The house is hunkered down in the hillside, protected from the prevailing winds.
The living stepped down to float over the planted gully. A small den to slip away to, cosy in the middle of the house. Contrasting space, the main bedroom capturing the drama to the Remarkable Mountain Range.
The guest wing attached to the ground, grounded, sheltered.
2021 NZIA Southern Architecture Awards Winner
