Facebook Tweet Help Stories New Home New Zealand TIDA Homes Future perfect Share Tweet Help Downsizing doesn't mean a crimped lifestyle – here a new low-upkeep home on a modest site achieves generous living spaces, a garden outlook and feeling of seclusion Designed by Wilson and Hill ArchitectsFrom the architect:The settingFor this project, the owners wanted their new home to be smaller than their existing home and on a single level. To this end, they purchased an empty site that was mainly being utilised for a tennis court for its neighbouring house. The flat site opens to the north while the tree lined street gives it an established feel – the new house was to include a secluded garden to the north west. There are no near houses at the rear of the site which brings a feeling of seclusion despite being in a highly built up area. PlanningThe main planning constraint was the site coverage. With the house being single level we had to take great care on how we maximised the area allowed on an 800m² site. ConstructionIn terms of construction, the house has a concrete slab, as required on the TC2 site, and has timber framed walls and roof – the latter is plyclad to take the flat metal roofing. Brick cladding was selected to ensure a maintenance free exterior.In terms of internal layout, the he owners requested a large living space with a separate lounge for watching TV, listening to music and playing the piano. Credit list Architect Chris Wilson, Wilson and Hill Architects Interior designer Wilson and Hill Architects Cladding Stellaria Bricks Paint Resene Feature lighting Accent Lighting Photographer Stephen Goodenough Builder James Mckay Builders Landscape designer Danny Kamo, Kamo Marsh Landscape Architects Roof 38mm TARC SL tray roofing Fireplace Escea DS1400 Awards Trends International Design Awards (TIDA) Homes – Highly Commended Helpful links Windows and Doors Altus Windows and Doors Cabinetry Hardware Blum Spas Hot Spring Spas Home Builder G.J. Gardner Roofing Dimond Roofing Heating The Fireplace Flooring Plantation Bamboo Taps Merquip Kitchen Design Poggenpohl Home Design Buildology Story by: Trendsideas 22 Sep, 2024 New Home New Zealand TIDA Homes Trendsideas Home kitchen bathroom commercial design Latest Post Soaring above the City of Angels 06 Oct, 2024 Blue, brass and bespoke 06 Oct, 2024 Island lights 06 Oct, 2024 We know the Specialists Related Book More Books > New Homes We have got all the best ideas and advice to help you with your plans and ideas. Read More Similar Stories