Soleares

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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.

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. 

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Urbanfunction is a design collaborative based in the central city of Christchurch, New Zealand that draws on a range of skill and experience to deliver a diverse range of residential and commercial architectural projects both at home in beautiful Aotearoa and internationally.

Design director Aaron Jones formed both zerobag and urbanfunction on his return from years of working abroad in Melbourne and London.

With 20 years experience in the industry, Aaron draws on a range of global experience. From technical detailing and construction in stadium building to design, detailing and marketing of high end residential and commercial projects for both client and developer. 

The importance of Architecture and design within society, we believe is everything. As space, light and visual context affect mood and function within ourselves and those around us, it is critical we live within well considered environments. Considered not only for the purpose of which a building or product is to function but also to it's own environment and surroundings. This forms part of the core philosophy as to how we approach design.