Trends New Zealand Trends Volume 32 No 5 New Zealand | Page 124

Above: The upper level contains the master suite
and a guest suite, with the master positioned
at the rear to overlook the landscaped yard and
tranquil forest views.
Facing page top and lower: The master bath
features walnut cabinetry and wall panels – as in
the kitchen – teamed with Carrara marble. The
window between the two vanity basins is full
height, and continues as a skylight across the
bathroom ceiling.

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The large open kitchen provides ample
space for the owners and for entertaining.
“The kitchen is in clear readable geometries. It’s anchored at one end by a bank
of stainless steel appliances and panels,
while a walnut ceiling panel replicates the
grid of the stone island top beneath it.”
Living and dining spaces are positioned to the south for maximum privacy
and to make the most of the forest outlook.
Within these living areas, the stairs
create a strong focal point.
“The steel stringer system and slab

stone treads have a floating effect. So the
stairs actively engage the space rather
than being discreetly placed in it.”
At the back of the house, the dining
and living areas overlook a landscaped
rear yard containing a custom built spa
and firepit, set against the forest backdrop
The connection between inside and
outside is enhanced by the use of some
exterior materials on the interior as well.
For example, as well as concrete on the
spine wall, Nordic Brown Copper panels
from the exterior are also found at stair top