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On face value, this alteration included a new kitchen, moving a couple of walls and introducing more windows. However careful placement of new skylights, a transformed layout and new glazed connection to the deck has made a dramatic effect. The result is a light-filled, cosy family room with timber wall linings and shelving softening corners of the spaces. Perched near the new counter with framed views of the Wellington Harbour seen, this house has a warm new heart.      

Lovell and O'Connell Architects
Wellington

About the
Professional

Each architectural project we create evolves holistically from the poetics of landscape & craft, cultural context, sound technical understanding, budget pragmatics & client aspirations.

Founded in 2013 by Registered Architects Ana O’Connell and Tim Lovell, Lo’CA is an NZIA Architectural Practice based on Wellington’s south coast, working across a variety of scales, throughout New Zealand.

Our design process is informed by a strong collaborative approach within the studio and the partnerships we foster with clients, consultants and builders..

With an open-minded approach and clear design intent, we create thoughtfully nuanced buildings that celebrate people’s lives and connect to the New Zealand landscape.