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The renovation and extension of this existing 1970s home in St Heliers bay, Auckland was designed to provide a modern Japanese aesthetic with simple forms and natural materials. The clients' brief was to create a space that was both functional and beautiful, and that would connect the interior of the home with the surrounding natural environment.

The new extension to the front of the house was designed with contrasting materials and simple forms, creating a striking visual impact. The use of natural materials such as wood and brick, coupled with large windows and doors, creates a seamless connection between the interior of the home and the outside environment.

The extension provides additional bedrooms, including a large master bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. The master bedroom is designed to be a peaceful retreat, with large windows that provide stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

The existing house was modernized to include a new open plan kitchen with a central island, creating a functional and practical space for cooking and entertaining.

New bi-folding doors were added to connect the family living space to the new large, generous deck, creating an indoor-outdoor flow that is perfect for entertaining and relaxing. The deck provides an ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining.

Overall, this project successfully blends contrasting materials with simple forms, creating a modern Japanese aesthetic that is both functional and beautiful. The use of natural materials throughout the home creates a sense of harmony with the surrounding environment, and the indoor-outdoor flow of the space creates a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.

Price to build
$0.5m - $1m
Building style
Contemporary

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Architectural & Interior Design in Auckland, Queenstown & New Zealand

Origin Architecture + Interiors is a leading architectural and interior design studio specialising in bespoke residential projects across Auckland, Queenstown, Tauranga, and throughout New Zealand. Our fully integrated services cover new builds, renovations, and energy-efficient, high-performance homes.

With over 20 years of experience, Origin delivers innovative and functional designs tailored to your vision. As an official Formance SIP panel home designer, we create low-energy, sustainable homes that maximise performance and comfort.

From concept to completion, Origin provides a seamless and efficient design process, ensuring exceptional results for your home.

Origin is led by its Design Director, Leigh Garner. Hailing from Somerset in the UK, Leigh moved to New Zealand in 2004, and is experienced in working in all areas of architecture, including residential, commercial and civic projects. His passion lies in providing everyday people with solutions to their projects, no matter how large or small.

It was during his time as a director of another architectural firm that it became apparent to Leigh that many of the common issues people were experiencing with their architectural journeys stemmed from breakdowns in communication and a lack of team work. As a result, he established Origin in 2019 - an architectural practice that focuses its processes and methodologies on collaboration and communication to ensure the best possible outcomes for his clients.

Origin aims to have an honest and transparent relationship with all its clients, with a strong focus on budget. This means our process can differ form many other architectural practices, but with a proven record of happy clients and successful projects, we are confident in delivering the right outcomes on budget.

At Origin, we believe exceptional interior design is essential to creating a seamless and cohesive space. Our expert team delivers custom interior design solutions tailored to your unique vision, ensuring every detail enhances functionality and aesthetics.

Specializing in kitchen, bathroom, and bespoke cabinetry design, we bring creativity and precision to every project, from luxury new builds and renovations to high-end commercial interiors.

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