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Above and above right: The alpine
character is reinforced by raked
ceilings in the bedrooms on the top
floor, and by solid wood doors.
Far right: The master suite commands
sweeping views of the lake and
mountains. The site – believed to be
the largest private landscaped area
on the hill – backs on to an extralarge bush reserve.
Story by Colleen Hawkes
Photography by Jamie Cobel

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introduced a textural wall that defines this area
and helps to capture the natural light washing
across the surface.”
The main living floor accommodates a
large, open-plan living room with a kitchen and
dining area. This is open to a breakfast area, an
outdoor entertaining terrace and a games room
with a bar and climate-controlled wine cellar.
The kitchen is in the heart of the home to
allow a close communication with people in
both the living and dining areas. The owners
can also enjoy the same amazing views while
preparing food at the island.

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The library-study-music room is the pièce
de résistance of the house. Here, the full drama
of the view is exposed through the doubleheight glazed gable end. This room features a
raked ceiling with Fijian kauri battens, and a
spiral staircase to a mezzanine level. A traditional rug is teamed with a slate floor, edged
with Fijian kauri.
Interior designers Julia Foley and Kylie
Symister of Queenstown Interiors say furnishing a home this size took meticulous planning.
“From designing the extensive joinery
to selecting colour palettes and finishes, we