Project Type: Alterations
Status: Completed 2019
Photos: Han byul Seol
An existing small bach is extended and re-clad in cedar. A contemporary addition of lightweight metal wraps over to form a combination of both upper and lower level living to capture views of Omaha Beach to the north, and southwest around a sheltered entranceway and courtyard formed within the ‘L’ of existing and new.
Practice: Studio John Irving Architects
Completed: 2015
Photos: Simon Wilson
The courtyard house is a project by Studio John Irving involving Luke as the Project Architect. Additional details at stuiojohnirving.com
Beyond a private street frontage, this family home forms itself around a light-filled north facing courtyard. A series of relaxed living spaces both indoor and out blend seamlessly throughout.
Practice: DMA
Completed: 2014
Photos: Simon Devitt
Wanaka is a project by Daniel Marshall Architect (DMA) involving Nick as Project Architect. Additional details at marshall-architect.co.nz.
This family holiday pad sits on a small sloping section overlooking Lake Wanaka towards the craggy ranges.
DMA’s conceptual resolve was a highly sculptural dwelling formed in-part in response to tight planning controls. Living spaces are elevated to an upper level to enhance views over the roofs of surrounding single level suburban dwellings. The project is a ‘stand out’ within its neighborhood as an efficient and well crafted home achieved on a comparatively modest budget.
Completed: June 2015
Photos: Taken for Neat Places by Josh Griggs
Words: SJA
The vision expressed by “the boys”, Charles and Connor, was to insert a much-needed gathering place within the fabric of Grafton which offered friendly service, great hospitality, and a top quality brew. They were excited about space which offered them the ability to converse with their customers, catch up with the talk of the day and share their love of coffee, food, art, and music.
Ceremony was realised on a shoestring budget – offset by the enthusiasm and skill of a vast network of mates, family and craftspeople who were keen to get involved and collaborate.
The resolve draws from the domestic. A large concrete “kitchen island” defines the use of the space. A simple and singular resolve of the brief, technical constraints and leveraging existing qualities of the tenancy. The island is where customers sit alongside their barista, take part in the coffee brewing, meet strangers, spin records and start conversations – much like the gathering of family in Aunty Lynda’s kitchen whilst dinner is prepared.
A restrained material palette was elected for aesthetic clarity and to allow for contributions by collaborators without resulting in a visual clutter.
