Here’s a stellar example of a familiar architectural form that has been executed to perfection. Looking from the street, you’re immediately drawn to the strong lines and angled soffit in western red cedar. And that’s only part of the story. The back portion of the 168sqm H-shaped Wānaka property is clad in vertical corrugated metal. Timber and metal – it’s all part of the Kiwi vernacular. Step inside and you’ll find soaring ceilings and light-filled spaces – the kitchen-dining area has three picture windows that capture the outlook. Connecting this part of the house with the bedroom wing is a sunny link with two large flush stacker doors that take you out to a sheltered hardwood deck. Too chilly? No worries. A log-burner pizza oven is mounted on a polished concrete pedestal. It’s here the combination of cedar and corrugate comes to the fore. Craftsmanship is evident everywhere, especially in the detailed flashings. Head through the link, which has a study nook, and a sliding barn door leads to the wing containing three bedrooms. The main suite, with ensuite, has direct access to the deck and courtyard. Other bonuses in this beauty include a freestanding bath and underfloor heating in the main bathroom.