By Herbst Architects
"This family home hovers lightly, cleverly placed on a heavily wooded site with boldly executed forms thoughtfully aligned to take advantage of the limited vista. Crisp detailing of the limited pallet of natural materials is consistent throughout, bringing an urban edge to this rural setting." NZIA Jury Citation
Photographer: Becky Nunes
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Herbst Architects Ltd is a New Zealand Institute of Architects registered practice, established in 2000 by principals Lance and Nicola Herbst. The practice has completed a wide range of works in the fields of residential, commercial and education, for which they have been the recipient of multiple awards for architecture, including 14 NZIA awards and the 2012 Home of the Year award. Their works have been widely published, both locally and internationally.
The practice maintains a small office in Auckland that strives to make a positive and meaningful contribution to the built environment through excellence in architecture.