Friday, 23 October 2009

A bit of NZ


The inspiration for this house was a lodge in New Zealand. The clients had a very clear idea of what they wanted to achieve and the result is stunning

The exterior of this timber clad house is painted dark so that it sits into the site. It is close to the road, so the colour plays an important role by making the house retreat from it.

The clients hadn't considered a dark house before I suggested it, but were easily convinced. I love how the hardwood timber posts play against their dark backdrop

The entry is home to a much loved work of art. I suggested the design for the front door - the holes, which are part of the history of the timber are filled with clear resin. The dark ceiling is the same colour as the exterior

Furniture, soft furnishings and shutters by PHI


A lovely nook with loved items against a backdrop of charcoal grasspaper. The dresser is from PHI

The airy kitchen is a great place for friends and family to gather.

Dark Emperordor marble in the guest WC

The laundry has great access to the back garden. It has ample bench space too
The boys rooms are identical in form, but very individual in style


A detail of the bathroom with horn handles against a wenge veneer

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