All glass and concrete, the stunning single-level façade stretches an incredible 60m. That’s one way to keep a low profile on a big budget. Warren and Mahoney architects have gone to great lengths to ensure this home in Hope, Nelson, makes a striking impression both inside and out. The spacious open-plan living area embraces residents with its warming walnut panelling. The timber is also used in the rear corridor, doors and bespoke cabinetry. The kitchen is an entertainer’s haven with engaging views to Tasman Bay over the vineyard and Waimea Plains, the perfect excuse to raise a toast. Five bedrooms, three bathrooms and a separate lounge sit more than comfortably on the 500sqm footprint. Plus, there’s a self-contained studio. This house is also highly sustainable, with 44 PV panels and 10 water-heating panels located outside. Timers take care of underfloor heating. Superior insulation, low-E argon-filled windows and a polystyrene underfloor slab keep things extra cosy.