The gallery of this grand residence in Halswell, Christchurch, serves two purposes. It separates private and public living spaces, while allowing the owners to exhibit their extensive art collection.

Further in, the sense of light and space is breathtaking, with expansive and ever-changing views of Canterbury and the Southern Alps. Living areas are all linked, providing an open, seamless flow throughout the home. Large cavity doors mean the rooms can easily be divided when the need arises. A spacious media lounge with a big-screen TV offers residents a relaxing theatre-style experience. Thermal and energy-efficient measures have been well integrated. A contemporary gas fireplace is recessed into a natural Timaru bluestone wall in the open-plan domain. The feature wall echoes the textural elements of the home’s exterior. The stylish simplicity and quality finish to the kitchen, bathrooms and ensuites is commendable. The gallery of this grand residence in Halswell, Christchurch, serves two purposes. It separates private and public living spaces, while allowing the owners to exhibit their extensive art collection. Further in, the sense of light and space is breathtaking, with expansive and ever-changing views of Canterbury and the Southern Alps. Living areas are all linked, providing an open, seamless flow throughout the home. Large cavity doors mean the rooms can easily be divided when the need arises. A spacious media lounge with a big-screen TV off ers residents a relaxing theatre-style experience. Thermal and energy-efficient measures have been well integrated. A contemporary gas fireplace is recessed into a natural Timaru bluestone wall in the open-plan domain. The feature wall echoes the textural elements of the home’s exterior. The stylish simplicity and quality fi nish to the kitchen, bathrooms and ensuites is commendable.