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- Axxis® Steel for Framing
- New Zealand Steel
Welcome to the Waihi Bach built with AXXIS® & COLORSTEEL®, where simplicity meets seaside splendour in a playful dance of design and durability. Crafted by Chris Tate, this coastal retreat is a testament to flexibility and fortitude, ensuring a structure that’s robust enough to brave the briny breezes while remaining effortlessly easy to assemble. It’s a beachfront beauty that balances open, flowing spaces with a touch of seaside sophistication.
Using AXXIS® steel framing, this bach boasts a bond of strength and style, making it a reliable refuge against coastal conditions. Designed with a clever touch of simplicity and built to last, it delivers a durable, dependable framework wrapped in weather-resistant COLORSTEEL®, all while allowing plenty of playful room for imagination to roam. It’s a sturdy, stylish slice of paradise that’s built to stand the test of time and tide.
Waihi has always been a place of escape. With the owner having spent much of their childhood there, building a new bach wasn’t about making a statement - it was about creating something practical, resilient, and built to last in a demanding coastal environment.
When the original holiday home reached the end of its life, the decision was made to rebuild with longevity front of mind. The result is a relaxed, contemporary bach designed for family, surf, and time together - supported by AXXIS® high-performance steel framing at its core.
The Build
Designed by Chris Tate, the bach prioritises simplicity, durability, and flexibility. AXXIS® steel framing was selected to provide a strong, reliable structure that could handle coastal conditions while allowing for efficient construction and open, flowing spaces.
The precision and stability of steel framing supported the clean architectural lines of the home and helped deliver a low-maintenance solution suited to long-term holiday living.
Why AXXIS®
Durability was critical. AXXIS® steel framing is designed for New Zealand conditions and backed by an up to 50-year durability statement, providing confidence that the structure will stand the test of time - particularly in a coastal setting.
AXXIS® also contributes to a healthier home environment. Because steel doesn’t absorb moisture, it won’t support mould growth - an important consideration for a bach that needs to remain comfortable and dependable year-round.
From a design perspective, steel framing allowed greater freedom to create wide, open spaces without compromise, supporting the relaxed, functional layout of the home.
“From a design point of view, AXXIS® gives you the flexibility to create wide open spaces. You also get durability, and because it’s a Sensitive Choice product, there’s no mould growing on this.”
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