Modern Stonewood house with Palliside weatherboard cladding

Building on a hill obviously comes with its advantages. However, together with dramatic views, the raised elevation can bring increased exposure to New Zealand's variable weather.

This semi-rural house, designed and built by Stonewood Homes Wanganui, is positioned in a high, exposed wind zone. The contemporary exterior features a plaster finish matched with the Palliside weatherboard system and classic stonework on the entry surround and pillar all creating a modern yet natural look for the home.

Director of Stonewood Homes Wanganui Anthony O'Leary says Palliside was an ideal choice for the picturesque but exposed setting.

"Besides its clean shadow lines created by the traditional weatherboard profile that complement the plaster and stone, the system is also extremely durable and easy to maintain. This product wasn't the specific choice of my clients, but when I pointed out its resistance to rain and wind, extremely long life and 25-year guarantee they were keen and have never looked back."

Yusuf Yaseen, spokesperson for Dynex, the company that manufactures Palliside specifically to handle New Zealand's extreme weather, says the long 8m runs of Palliside avoided the need for joins and further enhance its appeal.

For further information, contact Stonewood Homes Wanganui, phone (06) 343 5007, email: wanganui@stonewood.co.nz, or go to the web: www.stonewood.co.nz

For more on the Palliside cladding system, contact Dynex Extrusions, phone: 0800 4 DYNEX (439 639), email: pallisideinfo@ dynex.co.nz, or visit the website: www.palliside.co.nz.

Story by: Trendsideas