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16 contents 6 REGIONAL VERNACULAR Close to nature Mature eucalyptus trees and a meandering stream provide the framework for this contemporary property nestled in the bush Winter wonderland This house responds to the views and a need to ski in and ski out – the design calls to mind old mining structures once seen in the area 36 26 8 16 CITY HOMES Off the edge A cantilevered box accommodates the second storey of this city house, which was designed to make a bold architectural statement 44 28 Outside the box Contrasting materials, layered planes and sculptural coutouts on the exterior of this new house inform the living spaces 36 NEW TRADITIONAL Friendly face This new home has the character of an older, historic residence 64 Cover Inside cover 64 A house with a difference – the second floor of this new house by Cameron Ireland resembles a large floating box. To read more, turn to pages 26-35. Photography by Jamie Cobel. 46 Social outlook From its neighbourly front porch to its pared-back interior, this Amish-style house offers simplicity and connectivity 54 SUSTAINABLE LIVING A substantial home that achieves a positive energy rating sounds like a utopian dream, but is now a reality 78 As a kitchen specialist, Kitchen Things offers a complete range of premium appliance brands, all of which are presented in attractive lifestyle settings in its showrooms. CASE STUDY No matter the size or style, the success of an architectural project is dependent upon the people and products involved. This new home is no exception 96 DESIGN & BUILD One size does not fit all when planning your new home. A design-and-build solution ensures full customisation and continuity throughout the entire construction process 110 SHOW HOMES A selection of the latest show homes, from family residences on large sections, to smaller homes, ideal for city living or country retreats TOP 30 129 Interior design · Flooring · Synthetic underlay · Kitchen appliances · Plumbing supplies · Swimming pools · Cladding systems · Architectural hardware NEW ZEALAND HOMES official media partners PRODUCTS & SERVICES 149 INDEX