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The design references rural vernacular with a north facing long, low-slung form. Sleeping and living wings are separated, east and west respectively. Entry is between the garage/boat shed wing positioned to the south. A range of outdoor spaces are easily accessible from the living wing to suit different times of day/year. The north facing veranda links uncovered/morning and covered/afternoon outdoor spaces. Passive solar design principles are followed to allow plenty of winter sun into the house, whilst excluding excessive summer sun. In addition, the house features double glazing, high levels of thermal insulation, radiant heat sources and natural cross/stack effect ventilation.
Vertical pre-finished metal cladding is used to minimise maintenance where it is naturally rain washed. Vertical Cedar cladding in a board and batten profile is used where it is less exposed, or for its tactile qualities around outdoor spaces. The house sits on stack bond masonry/concrete foundations. A sarked Cedar ceiling extends to the exterior covered spaces.
Greetings,
As a Northlander born and bred I have a strong connection/affinity with it's incredible landscapes. I have a rich history living, working, exploring, playing and creating here starting with my birth in Kawakawa over fifty years ago.
After leaving our shores for adventure in 1997 I spent the next sixteen years as a travel photographer capturing high-end imagery for some of the world's most prestigious image libraries, with my images gracing the covers of a large array of international publications including National Geographic Traveller, Lonely Planet, Rough Guides, Wine Spectator, Insight Guides, Living France, Eye Witness, Time Out, and Wanderlust. My images have also been featured in calendars, novels, countless internet uses, CD's, TV adverts, including several large advertising campaigns.
After returning home with a large young family several years ago, I now reside in the beautiful little coastal hamlet of Ngunguru, nestled on the spectacular Tutukaka coast.
If you're looking for an experienced Northland based photographer to capture your image requirements, shoot me an email or drop me a line and we can start that conversation.
Cheers
Doug
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