Bold yet understated, this pavilion-style home manages to achieve the tricky double with aplomb. It helps that the owners have an eye for detail and skill in complementing and contrasting materials and shades. Board-and-batten and steel cladding anchor the 233sqm holiday home to its Mackenzie Country site. Swathes of glass bring the light and stunning landscape inside. The moody exterior is contrasted by light, earthy tones inside and the natural palette ensures cohesion. Given this is a holiday home, the kitchen has been designed to be practical – no one wants to be labouring over meals when relaxation and adventures are on offer in this rugged and special part of the country. That’s not to say the food prep area is nondescript – it’s a chic space that flows into the living area and outside to a partially covered area. Three north-facing bedrooms and a bathroom accommodate the trio of teenagers in the family and the main-bedroom suite at the rear of the house is a private retreat away from the buzz of young adults. It’s clear that this bespoke home has been designed and built with thought, care and precision. Nothing has been left to chance, least of all craftsmanship.