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"This new weekend retreat and summer family home sits on the edge of a plateauoverlooking the Clutha River. The U-shaped plan makes excellent use of the confined site. Arranged as two contemporary timber pavilions around a large courtyard area and linkedbya service spine, the plan cleverly separates public, private and service activities. Meticulously detailed timberwork seamlessly integrate structure and glazing and contributeto an overall clarity of structure. The design and planning simplified the building process forease of construction and efficient building programme."

- 2009 NZIA Awards Jury Citation

Johnston Architects
Canterbury
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Johnston Architects is a design-led studio specialising in high-quality new-build residential and commercial projects throughout New Zealand.

We pride ourselves on crafting rigorously planned and immaculately detailed projects that exceed client expectations. With almost 100 years of combined experience delivering architectural projects of exceptional quality in New Zealand and overseas, our tight-knit team of talented designers will ensure that your project is tailored to suit your quality and budgetary requirements.

Johnston Architects is committed to reducing the environmental footprint of our work. We strongly believe that the creation of well-crafted, timeless architecture is the key to sustainable design and we ensure that sustainable strategies are employed seamlessly into the overall design to enhance the comfort, quality, and delight of your home.

Our work is always informed by a site's physical and cultural setting. Working in some of the most remarkable and scenic locations in the country has resulted in a body of work that responds to its context in a timeless and elegant manner.