Closeburn House
By Mason & Wales Architects
Closeburn House is placed within a clearing of NZ Native Beech on a raised plateau overlooking Lake Wakatipu. The native bush and alpine character of the site, called for a structure crafted entirely of wood and stone.
The resulting design has created a dwelling that is in balance and harmony with its setting. The plan form wraps around the edge of the plateau, providing rooms that open out to the lake view and also into a sheltered garden surrounded by the forest.
Gently sloping roofs reach out to the bush and allow the evening sun to penetrate the dwelling as it descends below the mountain rim.
Cedar cladding wraps around all exterior soffit and wall surfaces to maintain the simplicity and character of the design, and to create a sense of ‘oneness’ with the forest.
Timber continues to run through the interior spaces in American oak. Two massive stone fireplace/chimneys pin the airy and lightweight timber structure to the land.
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Mason & Wales Architects is an award-winning Registered New Zealand Institute of Architects practice based in the South Island of New Zealand.
Mason & Wales is the first Architectural practice in the country, founded in 1862 by William Mason, the first Architect to live and work in New Zealand and the first Mayor of Dunedin.
During its history the firm has been responsible for the design of a large number of notable buildings throughout New Zealand, and has established valued relationships with clients, consultants and contractors alike.
Mason & Wales work with clients from all over the world on a range of projects of all sizes and types, including Master Planning, Institutional, Hospitality, Commercial, Multi-Residential, Houses and Interiors.
The team works collectively from their Dunedin office, and from Queenstown and Wanaka, with a commitment to making a positive contribution to the built environment. Mason & Wales designs and delivers architecture which strives to be enduring and sustainable to enrich the lives of our clients and the community.
Mason & Wales have built a reputation on the enduring principles of quality, value and professionalism, which is evident in their portfolio of completed work.