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At first, they lived in a container home as a temporary solution. Four years later, with their third child on the way, they knew it was time to start building. They reached out to us to help bring their vision to life. Their brief outlined the desire for a modern farmhouse that would serve their growing family while harmonising with the stunning natural surroundings. The design needed to strike a balance between visual appeal and practicality, creating a space conducive to family living.
Key elements of the design included a large open fireplace, reflecting their farm backgrounds, outdoor spaces for entertaining, and a layout that showcased the breathtaking views of Central Otago. The home features two interconnected gable forms, clad in pre-finished metal and vertical cedar weatherboard, with a timber-batten rain screen. Cedar was selected for its light hue, allowing it to blend seamlessly with the landscape. Board-formed concrete was used both inside and outside, offering a rugged yet refined aesthetic. A sculpted concrete fireplace in the living room became a focal point, uniting the space.
The finished 320sqm home prioritises natural light and views, with a design that includes a bedroom wing designed to capture southern light and open-plan living areas that flow into the outdoors. For us, the most gratifying part of the project was witnessing the homeowners' reaction to the completed design. Archi Build went on to win a Regional Silver award at the 2024 Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards, a testament to the successful integration of design, craftsmanship, and vision.
Threefold Architecture is a home-grown team that genuinely loves design and want to do what it takes to produce outstanding spaces. We design residential and commercial architecture throughout New Zealand that stands out.
We value approachability and transparency which leads to great long term relationships and design outcomes. Bottom line is we are good at what we do and we love doing it.
We are genuinely excited to meet you and offer a free chat to those who are keen on the journey of renovation, design and building.
Experience is at the heart and soul of everything we do and the service we provide. We will ensure your experience in this journey is enjoyable.
Our innovative and inter-disciplinary skill-set and management services means we can take a project from first sketch right through to completion, an all-inclusive experience.
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