2020 New Zealand Architecture Awards Winner
#3
Architects’ own houses can sometimes fall into the trap of being too overtly a testing ground for a myriad of ideas. But on this private garden site we have a skilful, liveable house that reflects the character of its owner/architect – ordered, flexible and cheerful. The various spaces – parents’ wing, children’s tower and common living spaces – all have their own character and materiality but are brought together in an effortless and accommodating fashion, enlivened by a love of technical trickery expressed in the glazing and shading devices. One can feel the ease of slipping down the driveway to this secluded encampment and finding any number of excuses to work from home in the morning.
- Practice
- Studio2 Architects Limited
- Category
- Housing
- Location
- Auckland
