Mt Vernon Biv by Theca Architecture

Mt Vernon Biv

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An 'urban tramping hut' for a family with a keen interest in New Zealand's outdoors. Our clients were keen to incorporate the feeling of a DoC tramping hut into their new home, while also making sure their new home was a home, not a hut. Careful material selection and a simple design means this modest family homes sits beautifully in its neighbourhood. This home is extremely low-energy, almost meeting the Passive House standard. Photography by Chucky Creative.

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An urban tramping hut-inspired family home that harmoniously blends with its neighborhood while achieving low-energy efficiency, nearing Passive House standards.

An 'urban tramping hut' for a family with a keen interest in New Zealand's outdoors.

Our clients were keen to incorporate the feeling of a DoC tramping hut into their new home, while also making sure their new home was a home, not a hut.

Careful material selection and a simple design means this modest family homes sits beautifully in its neighbourhood.

This home is extremely low-energy, almost meeting the Passive House standard.

Photography by Chucky Creative.

1.0K0h 55m

The DoC hut is referenced through the name of the project, "Mt Vernon Biv."

Contrasting materials and colours add interest.

The traditional tramping hut fireplace is realised through the outdoor BBQ.

Whitewashed timber internal linings give the feeling of a tramping hut without being overpowering.

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“Glenn is a talented designer who had the perfect mix of skills for our new home. He was able to bring together our wishes for a classic, yet modern, design and marry it with the very precise Passive House standards. Throughout the process, he guided us towards good design without compromising on building performance. Glenn was involved through the whole process from design to completion and ensured we got the right outcome. The end result is a home which is beautifully proportioned, belongs in its surroundings, is practical to live in and maintains a comfortable 20-25 degrees year round without any heating.”

Ben and Kirsteen Pitkin-DouglasChristchurch