Adventure Whare Cabin, designed by Studio Well, is a holiday retreat that perfectly captures the alpine spirit, providing a comfortable haven for a family passionate about exploring the outdoors. Nestled in Castle Hill Village, the cabin combines resilience and charm, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and connection with nature.
The Rammed Earth Home by Nott Architects is a raw, grounded home thoughtfully designed to blend with its rugged, arid surroundings. Located on a remote site, this project was created for a couple who, along with their dog, relocated from Wellington. Bringing a strong visual and storytelling background from their work in graphics and branding
The Jewellery Box Home by Crosson Architects is a thoughtful extension of a modest two-bedroom home, designed to accommodate a growing family. Set on a large, bush-covered property, the clients chose an extension over a full rebuild to keep costs low and support sustainability.
Mawhitipana House, designed by MacKayCurtis, perfectly embodies the owners’ desire to maximize sun exposure, capture stunning views, and enhance outdoor living. The house is a simple yet elegant response to these requirements, with a design that integrates thoughtfully into the landscape of Mawhitipana Bay
This is a family home in the Wellington suburb of Whitby, sitting amongst manuka forest and overlooking a relatively undeveloped bush filled valley. The owners were inspired by this setting and wanted a home with spaces that nestled amongst the trees.
The site is a large dunescape, carpeted with Muehlenbeckia, which undulates and rolls SW to NE down to a long East Coast beach. Planning restrictions stipulated a 200m setback from the high-water mark.
This NZIA award-winning house was designed by Patchwork Architecture for the owner of Dorset Construction, Adam Pierson. Located on the corner of a busy suburban street overlooking Kilbirnie, creating the home for the builder and his family was a challenging task.
Set on the tranquil Rangitahi Peninsula, the Sisters Sanctuary Retreat instils a sense of calm, beauty, and solidarity throughout. The home is a considered response to the social dynamic of the developing street to the west and the expansive inlet views to the east.
