By Johnston Architects
Nestled into Christchurch’s Port Hills, this modern residence commands stunning views over the city and Canterbury plains beyond.
Inside, the open-plan layout enhances the sense of space, seamlessly connecting the interior living, dining, and kitchen areas with the deck and its outdoor fire and barbeque. High ceilings and neutral colour palettes contribute to an airy, expansive atmosphere. Large floor-to-ceiling windows frame the panoramic views and allow natural light to flood the interior.
By positioning the public living spaces at the front of the site, the bedroom wing remains completely private from neighbouring properties, while still offering city views from every bedroom.
Outdoor living is enhanced with a sheltered internal courtyard and formal lawn that provide generous sheltered spaces for relaxation and entertaining while protected from the prevailing winds.
Johnston Architects is a design-led studio specialising in high-quality new-build residential and commercial projects throughout New Zealand.
We pride ourselves on crafting rigorously planned and immaculately detailed projects that exceed client expectations. With almost 100 years of combined experience delivering architectural projects of exceptional quality in New Zealand and overseas, our tight-knit team of talented designers will ensure that your project is tailored to suit your quality and budgetary requirements.
Johnston Architects is committed to reducing the environmental footprint of our work. We strongly believe that the creation of well-crafted, timeless architecture is the key to sustainable design and we ensure that sustainable strategies are employed seamlessly into the overall design to enhance the comfort, quality, and delight of your home.
Our work is always informed by a site's physical and cultural setting. Working in some of the most remarkable and scenic locations in the country has resulted in a body of work that responds to its context in a timeless and elegant manner.