Trends New Zealand Volume 35 No 5 | Page 27

Facing page: Energy efficiency was also part of the design brief, and the louvre windows, angled battens and ceiling fans (out of shot) help create a cosy, low energy home – minimising use of air conditioning. The central upstairs retreat and the downstairs study are just two of the home’s energy efficient spaces. This page: The modern family home’s four bedrooms and two bathrooms continue the use of natural materials. search | save | share at