Atawhai House by Karsten Architecture Limited

ArchiPro Project Summary - Atawhai House features a long, low design that harmonizes with its hillside location, offering stunning views and seamless indoor-outdoor living. This private residence, clad in subtly stained cedar, won the 2018 ADNZ Canterbury Westland Architectural Awards Colour in Design Award.

Title:: Atawhai House
Architectural Designer:: Karsten Architecture Limited
Category:: Residential/; New Builds

This house was designed in a long low form to not stand out on the hill and take advantage of the spectacular views. Outdoor living areas are accessible on both sides of the house creating a seamless Indoor-Outdoor Living Experience. Cedar cladding is stained a subtle ash colour & the interior details mimic the architecture of the exterior.

Private Residence – New Build

Winner - 2018 ADNZ Canterbury Westland Architectural Awards Colour in Design Award and Commended Residential new home between 150m² and 300m²

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Karsten Architecture LimitedArchitectural Designers

Karsten Architecture Limited

Architectural Designers

Nelson, Nelson

kad.co.nz

Karsten Architecture Limited. Karsten Architecture Limited specialises in designing and delivering site specific architectural projects around New Zealand. We design quality new residential homes, townhouses, multi-unit developments, commercial and contemporary residential renovations. At Karsten Architecture Ltd we believe that successful design is built on supportive and honest partnerships with our clients. We approach each of our designs with site-specific ideas and client-driven inspiration, working closely to create cohesive and elegant solutions for modern homes. Our team is passionate about creating environmentally friendly homes that meet the needs of our clients and we believe that design can have a positive influence for clients, the environment, and society. Successful design is built on supportive and honest partnerships with our clients, and we provide clients with a clear path through the design and build process. As founder and director of Karsten Architecture Ltd, Tony Karsten is a designer with a unique understanding of both the design and build processes. He spent several formative years in the building industry before training in architecture and this experience gives him a strong practical understanding of construction. Tony enjoys getting to know new clients and his inclusive approach has fostered many long-standing relationships with clients, builders and consultants and results in enjoyable and successful projects.