Architectural EXCELLENCE

Conceived straight out of the offices of award-winning architects, Bonnifait + Giesen, this superbly crafted, three-bedroom home is the epitome of forward-thinking New Zealand architecture in terms of both form and function.

North-facing to capture the sun, with double-height atrium spaces and walls of operable glass, the ground floor can be opened up to create the ultimate family hang out. A much sought after downstairs bedroom could be also be utilised as a second living / media room

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.

An internal access garage with double height ceiling allows for plenty of storage options. 

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