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Year of completion
2019
Price range to build
$1m - $2m
Building style
Contemporary
Awards
Finalist . Spatial (Residential) - 2020

The form and detailing of the upper level explores the notion of 'shroud' in which to contain and protect, while at the same time directing internal vistas towards the North-West and Cityscape
Block walls that front the garage extend out to the west to create a semi-private entrance area.
A translucent panel forms the side of the garage, designed so the internal garage lighting can double as entrance area lighting. 
The form of the house follows the slight curve of the site while the ridgeline is angled to accentuate the slight undulations of the land. 
Here, black and white are contrasted in a variety of materials that enhance the textural elements of this monochromatic exterior palette.
Fluted batons at different angles appear almost as if a piece of fabric had been dropped over the form from a height and created these flutes, almost like curtains
The main living area opens onto the private, rear backyard, whose central space is atop a concrete slab met on either side by timber decking that runs the length of this long, narrow house
A floated concrete floor, black steel fins and a timber stair continue the material palette of the exterior. 
Matte black and timber are the central features in the kitchen, creating a consistent aesthetic in line with the other areas of the home. 
Here, a range of materials converge to create an interesting space of differing textures. 
Fibre cement sheet with negative detailing conceal a shear wall. 
The stairwell forms the centre of the house, with black steel fins and Birch ply stairs. 
The 'shroud' or top level of the house is illuminated at night, with shadows cast from the surrounding trees to highlight the unique textural form. 
Imposing and private, the streetfront facade offers a level of intrigue giving little of the interiors away. 
A translucent panel allows for the entrance area to be illuminated at night by the internal garage lighting. 
The main outdoor area is located at the rear of the home where a significant grassed area provides ample room for the family to relax and entertain. 

About the
Professional

Frazerhurst Architects is an Auckland based creative studio, primarily focussed on architecture and interiors, while extending project typologies through to hardscapes, furniture, objects and other crafted works.

We’re here to work with you, and assist, advise, and guide you on your journey, to realise your dreams and enjoy the process along the way.

We approach each and every project as a privileged opportunity to change lives for the better. We love getting engrossed and absorbed in design challenges, and enjoy the process of collaborating with all parties involved, to carry a strong initial concept and common goal through an enjoyable and memorable process, to realisation.

Each building, interior, hardscape, or object presents its own challenges, and necessitates a specific and carefully considered individualised response, to produce a high quality outcome specifically, and beautifully, designed for context and purpose, regardless of scale or typology.

Our practice was established in 2006, as a multidimensional design studio, and our values are underwritten by the intention to deliver works of a refined and crafted nature. We’ve won a number of awards over the years for what we do, and our small team strives to exceed client expectations by challenging common responses and standard practices through the innovative manipulation of materials, techniques, light, and space.

We love what we do, and we’d love to show you, so please get in touch. 

Mark Frazerhurst  BArch . BAS . ANZIA .  Director & Reg Architect

Kate Frazerhurst  DipLDes . BSc . Designer

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