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Heights Whare.

ArchiPro Project Summary - A 140m² industrial-style home in Wanaka, designed in collaboration with a certified passive house designer, ensuring optimal comfort and energy efficiency while offering stunning views of Lake Wanaka.

Title:: Heights Whare
Architectural Designer:: Virginia Barlow Architecture
Category:: Residential/; New Builds
Completed:: 2022
Building style:: Industrial
Client:: Passive House Designer
Photographers:: Mickey Ross

Situated in The Heights subdivision of Wanaka, this 140m² home was designed in collaboration with the client who is a certified passive house designer. This collaboration was integral to the success of this building. Heating and cooling demands were interrogated at every junction throughout the entire home along with shading, size of apertures and the building form.

The final result is an architectural home that sits proudly on its site keeping the occupants at a constant comfort level while they look at views over Lake Wanaka.

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Virginia Barlow Architecture

Architectural Designers

Wanaka, Wanaka, Otago • South Hill, Oamaru, Otago

vbalimited.co.nz

Virginia Barlow Architecture. Established in 2018, VBA Limited supply clients with a responsive, personalised and competitive design service. Based in Oamaru with a satellite office in Wanaka, VBA Limited cover the Waitaki Valley and the Queenstown Lakes District. VBA Limited utilises digital technology providing accurate drawings and visualisations early in the project phase. Following this initial stage, the same technology enables the efficient production of architectural drawings, generating regulatory compliance and construction documentation. We strive to provide clients with functional buildings that include the style and features specific to them. Designing in sympathy with the environment and climatic conditions of the site. Providing a refined building that engenders pride and stands the test of time for all our clients. Contact VBA to begin the conversation.