New Zealand’s Top Architectural Marvels
New Zealand is a fascinating country in many ways, and its architecture is one of them. Take a look at some of the most interesting buildings in New Zealand today
Ruby Ridge House, Wanaka
Designed by Barry Condon of Condon Scott Architects, Ruby Ridge House is located on a challenging, wedge-shaped site that borders two suburban streets.
Hidden Hills Retreat, Wanaka, Otago
A rugged backdrop of kanuka forms a striking contrast with this contemporary Condon Scott Architects designed Hidden Hills Retreat home, located at the base of Wanaka’s Mount Iron.
Idris Road Home, Christchurch Property
Designed by South Architects, Idris Road Home, Christchurch, comprises of three simple geometric forms: two plaster forms supporting, but only just, the dark cedar weatherboard block above.
Australian War Memorial, Wellington, NZ
Designed by Tonkin Zulaikha Greer, Australian War Memorial, Wellington, is a ‘landform’ of red sandstone, forming an iconic and appropriate place of memory and reflection
Karekare Bach, New Zealand beach cabin
Karekare Bach, New Zealand beachfront residence design by Stevens Lawson Architects, collaboratng with designer and surfer Dean Pool on spectacular house complete with Fisher & Paykel appliances.
Herne Bay Hideaway near Auckland, NZ
Lloyd Hartley were asked to transform Herne Bay Hideaway into a modern home that responds to its context and provides a private city oasis for a young family.
Longbush Ecosanctuary Welcome Shelter Gisborne
Designed by Pac Studio the Longbush Ecosanctuary Welcome Shelter in Gisborne, is an innovative environmental education space designed, constructed and operated by a group of passionate volunteers
Matakana House near Auckland, NZ
Designed by Glamuzina Architects and Pac Studio, the Matakana House near Auckland is defined by a deep ‘L’ shaped plan, on one side and to the West a landscape wall and sunken courtyard framing the pool
IONA College Information Resource Centre, NZ
Designed by Stevens Lawson Architects, IONA College Information Resource Centre in Hawkes Bay, is a three level building, accommodating a two level Library, three English Classrooms, an IT Centre and a student Common Room.
The Brae Houses in Pine Harbour Marina, Auckland
The Brae Houses in Pine Harbour Marina, Auckland, design by Stevens Lawson Architects, are 12 gabled houses embody a strong yet consistent suburban feel with honest, unadorned and low maintenance materials.
Blyth Performing Arts Centre in Havelock North
Designed by Stevens Lawson Architects, Blyth Performing Arts Centre sits in a suburb of Hastings, amidst trees on a gentle slope near the entry to Iona College as a new symbol and public gesture of welcome.
The Chapel of St. Peter in Auckland, New Zealand
The Chapel of St. Peter in Auckland, New Zealand, design by Stevens Lawson Architects, presents a confident and identifiable cross to its most public face, signifying the buildings purpose.
Headland House on Waiheke Island, New Zealand
Stevens Lawson Architects’ thinking for the Headland House project was based around a loose interpretation of, and reference to, the fortified Maori Pa forms historically found on prominent headlands.
