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This home challenges the ideals of larger house living and proves that with considered design, volume and spatial layout, 115m2 of space can feel generous and comfortable to live in. Read more
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A thoughtfully designed 115m2 hillside home that harmoniously integrates with its natural surroundings, maximizing solar gain and offering stunning views while adhering to a strict budget.

This home challenges the ideals of larger house living and proves that with considered design, volume and spatial layout, 115m2 of space can feel generous and comfortable to live in.

We aimed to design a building that would nestle into its natural setting, open up to the north and west to maximise solar gain and have different view aspects from every space.

The L-shaped floorplan was a natural response to both the topography and views of the site. It provides shelter from prevailing winds and maximises views to the north overlooking the ocean to Kaikoura and west across the city. 

This home was designed and built to a very strict budget and has resulted in a cost effective hillside home utilising every inch of space cleverly. 

13.8K2h 49m

Awards

2017

Highly Commended - Residential New Home

ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards

2017
AwardHighly Commended - Residential New Home
Organisation ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards
2017

Highly Commended - Residential New Home

TIDA

2017
AwardHighly Commended - Residential New Home
OrganisationTIDA

Professional Reviews

1 / 3

“Aaron and Anne at Urbanfunction were a pleasure to deal with. They listened carefully to our brief and our ideas and produced a design well beyond our expectations. They were flexible, accommodating and extremely practical with their approach and we would recommend them to anyone considering a new build.”

Mark Davies

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