A striking showpiece of modern design, this sprawling home rests atop rolling hills in Banks Peninsula. Assembled as three volumes, Architect Richard Dalman’s vision has been realised with the very best in contemporary construction methods. The home features five bedrooms, three bathrooms and two living spaces. Each wing enjoys a slightly different perspective to its neighbour. Views of the Southern Alps, Lake Ellesmere and farmland are framed by full-height glazing and picture windows. The home exists in harmony with its environment – the landscape meeting the abode’s modern edge naturally. Outdoor spaces are formed where the wings of this residence meet. A walled courtyard separates the main home from the guest quarters. It’s an intimate pocket of alfresco living in the larger picture of rural Canterbury. Inside is chic and sophisticated. Cedar ceilings float above an all-white kitchen and polished concrete floors. Hi-tech touches include geothermal heating and energy-saving LED lighting.