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Queenstown Cottage

A stylish new rural cottage nestled in the mountains of Queenstown blending traditional materials with a modern twist. 

Location
Dalefield, Otago
Completed
2025
Price to build
$1m - $2m
Building style
Farmhouse
Client
Chris and Beth Maddison

Nestled in the breathtaking South Island landscape, this guest accommodation seamlessly blends modern home design with the timeless charm of a traditional Queenstown farmhouse. Designed to reflect the region’s rich architectural heritage while embracing contemporary aesthetics, this rural house is a perfect balance of form and function.

At Origin, we specialize in high-end, bespoke architecture, crafting unique new builds that harmonize with their surroundings. This particular cottage was designed to incorporate modern simplicity with a traditional Queenstown twist, utilizing locally sourced Schist stone and timber weatherboards to create a home that feels both sophisticated and grounded in nature.

The layout features a central pavilion that serves as the heart of the home, with an open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area—perfect for entertaining. Flanking this space are thoughtfully designed bedroom accommodations, ensuring both privacy and comfort.

Inside, the design continues the modern farmhouse aesthetic with exposed timber rafters, hardwood flooring, and a stunning feature Schist stone fireplace—the ideal spot to cozy up with a mulled wine during Queenstown’s crisp winter months. Every detail, from kitchen design to bathroom design, has been meticulously curated to provide a seamless blend of luxury and practicality.

If you're looking for bespoke architecture that embodies the beauty of rural New Zealand, contact Origin for expert new build design in Queenstown.

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About the
Professional

Architectural & Interior Design in Auckland, Queenstown & New Zealand

Origin Architecture + Interiors is a leading architectural and interior design studio specialising in bespoke residential projects across Auckland, Queenstown, Tauranga, and throughout New Zealand. Our fully integrated services cover new builds, renovations, and energy-efficient, high-performance homes.

With over 20 years of experience, Origin delivers innovative and functional designs tailored to your vision. As an official Formance SIP panel home designer, we create low-energy, sustainable homes that maximise performance and comfort.

From concept to completion, Origin provides a seamless and efficient design process, ensuring exceptional results for your home.

Origin is led by its Design Director, Leigh Garner. Hailing from Somerset in the UK, Leigh moved to New Zealand in 2004, and is experienced in working in all areas of architecture, including residential, commercial and civic projects. His passion lies in providing everyday people with solutions to their projects, no matter how large or small.

It was during his time as a director of another architectural firm that it became apparent to Leigh that many of the common issues people were experiencing with their architectural journeys stemmed from breakdowns in communication and a lack of team work. As a result, he established Origin in 2019 - an architectural practice that focuses its processes and methodologies on collaboration and communication to ensure the best possible outcomes for his clients.

Origin aims to have an honest and transparent relationship with all its clients, with a strong focus on budget. This means our process can differ form many other architectural practices, but with a proven record of happy clients and successful projects, we are confident in delivering the right outcomes on budget.

At Origin, we believe exceptional interior design is essential to creating a seamless and cohesive space. Our expert team delivers custom interior design solutions tailored to your unique vision, ensuring every detail enhances functionality and aesthetics.

Specializing in kitchen, bathroom, and bespoke cabinetry design, we bring creativity and precision to every project, from luxury new builds and renovations to high-end commercial interiors.

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