Facebook Tweet Help Stories Apartments and Multi-unit Future perfect Share Tweet Help Overlooking the breathtaking environment of Queenstown, this futuristic residence is inspired by the mountain outcrops that surround it A view of the residence nestled in mountainside, with tethered roofing and extensive glazing. Nestling a contemporary glass and concrete structure in a breathtaking mountain environment might not sound like a marriage of kindred forms. However, when the structure echoes the forms of surrounding rocky outcrops, it merges effortlessly with the landscape.This is the concept shown here, named Jagged Edge. It is the work of Warrick Weber, a structural engineer specialising in architecturally significant buildings based on structural harmony and simplicity.The design concept at the heart of the Jagged Edge house is deceptively simple a tension structure supporting a large concrete roof, with the tension cables anchored back into the natural rock. View of building nestled into mountain side with white roofing and sides, with extensive glazing. "Jagged Edge is a real fusion of architectural design with the natural geology, looking like a shard of local schist rock emerging from the hillside."The house has been created by a team of stand-out designers, with Weber at the helm. These include architect Chelsea Dawson, glass designer Damien Murphy and interior designer Carmen Hubber."People will enjoy this house because it's so much part of the environment," says the designer. "You can watch the sun rise from your breakfast area and see the setting sun bathing The Remarkables from the pool balcony. A view of the residence nestled in mountainside, with tethered roofing and extensive glazing. "It's the ultimate platform for entertaining and lifestyle, whether it is with friends or corporate clients."For details contact Jagged Edge Ltd, PO Box 1271 Queenstown, phone (03) 442 7230. Email: info@jaggededge.co.nz, website: www.jaggededge.co.nz. Story by: Trendsideas 30 Mar, 2006 Apartments Trendsideas Home kitchen bathroom commercial design Latest Post Who won? – 2024 TIDA Homes awards results announced 17 Nov, 2024 Memories of the Alhambra 17 Nov, 2024 Collaboration and connection 17 Nov, 2024 We know the Specialists Related Book More Books > NZ2204 NZ2204 Read More Similar Stories