Assembly Architects

Rammed Earth House Connected to the Mountainous Landscape of Cardrona Valley 1

Rammed Earth House Connected to the Mountainous Landscape of Cardrona Valley, New Zealand

November 15, 2017 / Contemporary Houses

This rammed earth house for a young family is arranged in 3 distinct wings, each with a different orientation for sun, view and connection to the landscape. The construction includes rammed earth walls, which are formed in-situ and provide both the interior wall finish and exterior cladding in its single solid mass.

Sawtooth House Overlooking the Shotover River, New Zealand

May 8, 2017 / Contemporary Houses

Atop a terrace overlooking the Shotover River, a line of symmetry runs North /South dividing a view between natural and structured landscape. Along it a repetitive rhythm of panels enclose space for a family of six and a collection of art.