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Laird Home.

ArchiPro Project Summary - A spacious family holiday home in Wanaka designed for year-round gatherings, featuring stunning views of Lake Wanaka, a unique swimming pool that enhances natural light, and a cozy breakfast area for serene mornings.

Title:: Laird Home
Architect:: Theca Architecture
Category:: Residential/; New Builds

+ OUR BRIEF

Our client was looking for a large family holiday home in Wanaka that woul cater for large family gatherings, and also allow them to transition their life to Wanaka for permanent living as their lifestyle changed.

The family holidays are focused on skiing during winter and swimming during summer.

+ OUR SOLUTION

The initial concept for the home came from the idea of the sun shining through the water of the swimming pool to create patterns of light on the floor. The pool sits against the feature entry window and swimmers are visible through the water.

The home is oriented to the views over Lake Wanaka, with uninterrupted views from the outdoor area and the swimming pool, while a sheltered breakfast area on the other side of the house allows for quiet coffee in the sun in the morning.

Photography by Chucky Creative.

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The bright colours of the kitchen add contrast and interest.

The concrete stairs 'float', hanging from the supporting wall.

The view from the dining tbale is over the pool and Lake Wanaka to the mountains beyond.

The view from the Master Bedroom, across Lake Wanaka to the mountains beyond.

Well appointed bathrooms enhance the quality of the home.

The morning sun casts interesting shadows on this bathroom window.

The pool is visible through the window; in the afternoon a beautiful light display occurs on the floor.

Great lighting showcases the hime at night.

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Products used

JSC Rusticated Timber Weatherboard SystemJSC

Professionals used

Theca ArchitectureArchitects

Bailey BuildersBuilders

JSCManufacturers and Suppliers

eZEDStructural Engineers

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Theca Architecture

Architects

Canterbury • Auckland • Wellington • Southland

theca.nz

Theca Architecture. Our work is based on a simple philosophy. Architecture cannot be excellent unless it provides a healthy environment for people. Our architecture is excellent. Everything we do is aimed at providing both architectural excellence and healthy buildings. No compromise.