Trends New Zealand NZ New Home Trends Vol. 30/7

16\r\n\r\ncontents\r\n6\r\n\r\nREGIONAL VERNACULAR\r\nClose to nature Mature eucalyptus trees and a meandering stream provide the\r\nframework for this contemporary property nestled in the bush\r\nWinter wonderland This house responds to the views and a need to ski in and\r\nski out – the design calls to mind old mining structures once seen in the area\r\n\r\n36\r\n26\r\n\r\n8\r\n16\r\n\r\nCITY HOMES\r\nOff the edge A cantilevered box accommodates the second storey of this city\r\nhouse, which was designed to make a bold architectural statement\r\n\r\n44\r\n\r\n28\r\n\r\nOutside the box Contrasting materials, layered planes and sculptural coutouts\r\non the exterior of this new house inform the living spaces\r\n\r\n36\r\n\r\nNEW TRADITIONAL\r\nFriendly face This new home has the character of an older, historic residence\r\n\r\n64\r\nCover\r\n\r\nInside cover\r\n\r\n64\r\nA house with a difference – the second floor of this new\r\nhouse by Cameron Ireland resembles a large floating box.\r\nTo read more, turn to pages 26-35. Photography by\r\nJamie Cobel.\r\n\r\n46\r\n\r\nSocial outlook From its neighbourly front porch to its pared-back interior, this\r\nAmish-style house offers simplicity and connectivity\r\n\r\n54\r\n\r\nSUSTAINABLE LIVING\r\nA substantial home that achieves a positive energy rating sounds like a utopian\r\ndream, but is now a reality\r\n\r\n78\r\n\r\nAs a kitchen specialist, Kitchen Things offers a complete\r\nrange of premium appliance brands, all of which are\r\npresented in attractive lifestyle settings in its showrooms.\r\n\r\nCASE STUDY\r\nNo matter the size or style, the success of an architectural project is dependent\r\nupon the people and products involved. This new home is no exception\r\n\r\n96\r\n\r\nDESIGN & BUILD\r\nOne size does not fit all when planning your new home. A design-and-build\r\nsolution ensures full customisation and continuity throughout the entire\r\nconstruction process\r\n\r\n110\r\n\r\nSHOW HOMES\r\nA selection of the latest show homes, from family residences on large sections,\r\nto smaller homes, ideal for city living or country retreats\r\n\r\nTOP 30\r\n\r\n129\r\n\r\nInterior design · Flooring · Synthetic underlay · Kitchen appliances · Plumbing\r\nsupplies · Swimming pools · Cladding systems · Architectural hardware\r\n\r\nNEW ZEALAND\r\n\r\nHOMES\r\nofficial media partners\r\n\r\nPRODUCTS & SERVICES\r\n\r\n149\r\n\r\nINDEX\r\n\r\n