Back Country House, New Zealand Modern Home, NZ Real Estate Photos, North Island Building
Back Country House in New Zealand
8 May 2023
Architects: LTD Architectural Design Studio
Location: Auckland, North Island, New Zealand
Photos by Jo Smith Photographer
Back Country House, NZ
Located on a secluded bush-clad site the Back Country House plays on the uniquely nz typology of the back country hut. Aiming at simplicity it is comprised of a single volume for living/cooking/ eating and a lean-to annex housing the lower floor service/sleeping areas.
The spaces are open and shared as opposed to enclosed and separate. The experience is one of enhanced connection with each other, and of an enhanced connection to the surrounding environment. The living area opens fully on two sides, having the feel of an outdoor room, and the fire and baths located on the deck draw daily activities out of the house and into nature.
Extensive use of locally sourced bandsawn macrocarpa inside and out, passive heating /ventilation and high performance insulation make the house of low impact environmentally.
Rough hewn natural materials tie the house effortlessly into its setting, while galvanised corrugated iron is used to strengthen the hut aesthetic.
Back Country House in NZ – Building Information
Architect: LTD Architectural Design Studio – https://www.ltdarch.co.nz/, David Maurice
Project size: 146 sqm
Site size: 20000 sqm
Completion date: 2017
Building levels: 2
Engineers: Markplan Consulting Engineers
Contractors: Jason Mann- Iconic Homes
Photography: Jo Smith Photographer
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Location: Auckland, North Island, New Zealand
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