Hereford Flats
By Young Architects
On a tiny 405 square meter inner city site, four apartments have been designed to maximise the property.
The mass of the street elevation has been broken up into three gable forms, presenting a recognizably residential scaled facade to the public.
The apartments are split into two at ground level with north facing courtyards, and two at first floor level with north facing balconies. Parking is to the rear of the property. The two upstairs apartments are inspired by European loft apartments, using the internal space to add to the feeling of openess.
Construction is of lightweight timber to keep the weight down, and the cost of the foundations to a minimum, clad in black steel and plywood.
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Young Architects is a Christchurch based design studio. Established in 2003 by Greg Young, their work is predominantly homes in the coastal hills of Christchurch, but they’ve also won awards for inner city apartments, small commercial buildings, and holiday homes in the South Pacific.
Young Architects focus is on designing buildings that are appropriate for their environment, have a classic aesthetic, and are cost effective to construct. Preferred mediums are natural palettes, predominantly in timber.
Greg is an architect member of the New Zealand Institute of Architects, and a professional member of Architectural Designers New Zealand, and has been involved in award winning projects for both organisations.
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