Ohope Headland House

By DCA Architects of Transformation

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A site positioned on the edge of the Whakatane and Ohope headland came with many constraints. Set-back lines to the cliff edge required by geotechnical and restrictive covenants to protect neighbors sight-lines. The irregular footprint dictated a long house. The living areas are placed at the headland end to enjoy the views from White Island across to the East Cape. A Palm Springs aesthetic was adopted with a low slung profile, contemporary white brick punctuated with windows and cedar cladding highlights. The plan subtly steps down with the land contour creating three split levels. A no fencing policy required careful thought to maintain privacy for the home owners. An internal courtyard creates a private and protected outdoor alternative. This is a clean lined contemporary home built for a modest budget.

Project Details

  • Status: Completed 2016
  • Client: Private
  • Size: 250 sq.m
  • Cost: $650k
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DCA Architects is an established design practice across 4 offices in Rotorua, Hawkes Bay, Auckland and Nelson - operating since 1996. Our projects cover the length of NZ working with our regional communities.

Completed works include a wide variety, demonstrating our adaptability and ability to listen, research and analyse. Delivering projects of relevance, function, culturally, and environmentally sensitive - regardless of building typology. DCA has a varied market share of architecture services; in the education sector; commercial; industrial; civic and residential sectors.

DCA Architects are a non-corporate, next-door neighbour friendly group of creatives. International design experience and a vision to see past our clients means we understand that our projects can impact and change the lives of many. We welcome the opportunity to partner and collaborate with the people anywhere in the world to create transformational projects that improve people’s lives - now and in the future.