Kaiapoi High is another great example of a school that I would have loved to attend as a kid. Permeable classrooms, quiet breakout spaces, thoughtful lighting design and fun colours form a learning environment that breaks the mold.
Baldasso Cortese Noordanus
Kaiapoi
Nestled into Christchurch’s Port Hills, Five House enjoys a view that encompasses sea and mountains. This enticing geometric design by Ben Brady uses a palette of materials and textures that further add to the appeal of this cosy family home.
Linetype Architectural
Christchurch
Twizel Residence is a home away from home in the Southern Alps. Whether romantic getaway in front of the fire or extended family gathering, this amazing design by Barry Connor has backcountry adventure written all over it.
Barry Connor Design
Twizel
Ohope Beach School is one of those places that make you wish you were a kid again. Nestled in a valley between open sea and native bush, it is perfectly in tune with its environment.
Ignite Architects
Bay of Plenty
Designing a generous yet private residence on a narrow section is the challenge that Young Architects took on with this project. The result is a space that embraces a design aesthetic of simple geometric shapes complemented by an exterior of burned timber that opens up into a warm, airy interior.
Young Architects
Christchurch
History meets modern lifestyle in this amazing beachfront villa. The renovation and extension of the 100-year old home honours its tradition with incredible attention to detail and craftmanship.
Linetype Architectural
Christchurch
Successful landscape design creates a natural extension of a space and connects buildings with environments. Wairarapa House exemplifies these qualities by boldly projecting the angular shapes of the house into a garden that gently drops towards the Avon.
Inside Out Design
Christchurch
Ara Kahukura is the place where architects learn architecture. It is one of the greenest buildings in Canterbury. The story for Kahukura’s (chiefly cloak) design was developed alongside Ara’s Te Puna Wanaka team and local iwi.
Jasmax
Christchurch
At Rawhiti School, adventure and play intersect on a boldly designed playground. It incorporates recycled materials and a wide range of natural textures that are accentuated by the swoop of a futuristic slide.
Kamo Marsh Landscape Architects
Christchurch
Four apartments on a tiny 405 sqm inner-city site? The result is a modern lifestyle dwelling right next to Christchurch’s CBD. Young Architects created a contemporary timber frame design that saves on weight and cost, while dazzling the neighbourhood with it’s iconic triple-gable shape.
Young Architects
Christchurch