Trends New Zealand Trends Volume 31 No 6 New Zealand | Page 78

Top: Slender windows on the garage and internal entrance way offer natural light while maintaining privacy. They also accentuate the long, low nature of the home, as do the grooves in the metal cladding. Above: The kitchen cantilevers out to one side of the house. The long arrow windows in this area form a glass kitchen splashback on the interior, optimising natural light on the perimeter work surfaces. upper level features an exposed, cantilevered terrace and roof. This is suspended over the lower level which is partially nestled into the hill, providing sun protection and a connection to the land. The design helps cool the house over summer and offers wind protection in winter. “The cantilevered framework is also a visual feature,” says Peters. “It runs up from the ground floor master wing, across the roof, then down and back across to form the base of the deck. From there, it turns upwards again, forming the deck’s side balustrade. The result is a crisp, yet functional architectural flourish.” search | save | share at trendsideas.com The exterior highlights a simple palette of sustainable and highly durable materials. The base of the house is in exposed concrete with the upper storey clad in long anodised aluminium panels, specified in a complementary charcoal tone. Both of these cladding treatments are accented at several points with îpe wood for balance and warmth. A distinctive entry adds to the street appeal and further encourages an appreciation of the wider setting. To minimise the footprint on the land, the house and double garage are separated, but also connected by a suspended