By Hilton Miller Architects
Dalefield
2022
This family dwelling occupies a raised position in a rural setting with vista towards Coronet Peak Ski field. The low slung monopitch forms re-enact the the gentle slope that the dwelling occupies, which incorporates raised ceilings with skillion roof construction. The main living space is anchored with a schist stone fire that creates a foundation for a subtle cantilever to float the house and 'picture frame' a view to Brow Peak.
DESIGN AND CLIENT FOCUSED
Hilton Miller Architects was founded in March 2019, after 19 years working for Warren and Mahoney Architects (one of New Zealand's most prestigious architectural firms).
Design and Client focused, we provide full architectural services to enable a bespoke and carefully considered design through an organised process, ensuring a cohesive and collaborative approach.
We Listen. Every client and site is unique, we will work with you to develop your brief and understand the initial context and drivers. These ideas are fully examined and further explored through sketches and finally translated into the built form.
Our design philosophy is threefold:
These three simple ideas are derived from a larger context of design excellence, healthy living, sustainable design, material/ environmental analysis, build-ability and budget; all of these are an absolute and become interwoven within our process.
Architecture is not only form and artistic style but it is also space and experience, the built form will represent those that live in it and how they share their environment with others.
Based in Queenstown, New Zealand, we have a strong affiliation with the Central Otago environment and greater South Island. We are passionate about architecture and good design, will always engage and be open about the process; ultimately striving for the best possible outcome.