Johnston Residence
By Noel Jessop Architecture
Type & GFA – Residential, 309m²
Year completed – 2014
An inner city site open for re-development, by removing the old home which largely had its back turned to the sun, view and river beyond, provided a fresh start to maximise its relationship with the positive aspects of this location.
With the entry hidden from immediate view, it’s an exploration of the extended deck that leads into the entry, before the home expands out to the view beyond.
Given the proximity to existing neighbours and the potential for any peering eyes being well beyond the boundary, a full panoramic glass box approach was taken to incorporate the connection between the house, the view and the river beyond. With the living space flanked by a cedar lined covered deck and outdoor fireplace, with sliding cedar screens to allow this space to be opened or closed weather dependant; the living space can be fully opened to this area via full height glass sliding doors.
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Noel Jessop Architecture is a Hamilton based architectural design team. We are a multi-award winning practice and have an exceptional portfolio of work that can be viewed at www.nja.co.nz.
Our experience encompasses coastal and rural homes, large scale residential, commercial and industrial developments, which has led to numerous architectural awards both locally and nationally.
We are proud to have been regularly published in Urbis, NZ Home and Garden and Homestyle magazines.
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Each project is analyzed for its special requirements and opportunities: the end result being not a preconceived idea but a combination of the client's requirements and desires, the site and the budget. Critical consideration is given to the project's specific environmental and historical location, and to the appropriate materials and construction methods of the locality.
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