Architectural Excellence

Natural light and ventilation – lots of it – and a feeling of generosity of space were two of the key drivers that shaped the design of this house. To make this happen, the architects introduced double-height volumes above the main living space and arranged the living, dining and kitchen areas around dual outdoor patios that can be seamlessly opened up, effectively turning the whole of the ground floor into a large outdoor room to create the ultimate family hang out. A much sought after downstairs bedroom could be also be utilised as a second living / media room An internal access garage with double height ceiling allows for plenty of storage options. 

Light-filled, naturally ventilated and finely crafted, the architects have opted to use natural materials wherever possible, with subtle punches of colour brought through in the painted doors. Birchwood ply ceilings and natural timber in the kitchen are not only sustainable and recyclable but give a light ‘Scandinavian’ feel to the interiors.

Upstairs the generous bedrooms are equally airy and light-filled thanks to skylights and louvres that open out to the atrium space below. A series of built-in wardrobes give the whole of the upstairs a clean, uncluttered look. 

Read our feature article and interview with William Giesen and Cecile Bonnifait, Principals at Wellington-based Atelierworkshop Architects.