Corten House
By Anna-Marie Chin Architects
The brief called for a modern three-bedroom house, in keeping with the farm setting and to maximise the views to the south to be light, warm and sunny. It was to incorporate a mix of contemporary clean lines with warm textures and high quality, durable, low maintenance but friendly materials. A home with a lodge feel; large volume open plan living, split into distinct but flexible entertaining spaces and countered with smaller cosy spots. Living areas linked to sheltered outdoor spaces suitable for use at different times of day and in various weather conditions.
The house is hunkered down in the hillside, protected from the prevailing winds.
The living stepped down to float over the planted gully. A small den to slip away to, cosy in the middle of the house. Contrasting space, the main bedroom capturing the drama to the Remarkable Mountain Range. The guest wing attached to the ground, grounded, sheltered.
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Our team of 7 create buildings that are beautiful, often simple and sit at ease with the land.
The creative nature and challenge of the design is all important, crafting buildings unique to each individual client.
As registered architects we enjoy working with clients who are interested – inspired perhaps – about architecture, and who want to engage in the design process. This relationship is integral to the outcome, and is based on clarity and trust.
The essential elements of design are texture and space. We select raw materials that invite the patina of age, giving character and warmth to a home or workplace. The created spaces – inside and out – must evoke a response, be it inspiration or simply a sense of warmth or well-being.
Site is paramount. Rather than making an architectural statement we prefer to respond to the land, creating timeless and authentic buildings to be enjoyed now and well into the future.