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As inspiration goes, the humble woolshed is a Kiwi classic and this luxury 380sqm farmhouse, on a ridge with harbour views north of Auckland, has actually been built where a century-old woolshed once stood. The impressive build shares the same size, form, orientation and simple, honest materials as the original. Think corrugated iron and timber. Recessed openings and glass louvres also mimic shed features, as do the classic sliding doors. On such an exposed site, durability was top of mind, so galvanised corrugate was used as a rainscreen. Ply lining behind helps provide a weather- and wind-proof shell.

Internally there is stylish birch ply interior linings and Terra Lana insulation (a recycled by-product of wool flooring) which offers sustainable high-thermal performance. The concrete floor keeps things cool in summer and captures heat from winter sun. In-slab heating on the ground floor is utilised through the external heat-pump system. On to the pared-back, refined glamour of the four-bedroom home: you’ll see a double-height void and bridge with rimu river-wood balusters referencing the original grated woolshed floor. Flanking the portico, two 5m-high timber sliding doors offer wind protection and shade. The portico is one of three outdoor spaces wrapping the house. An infinity pool visually connects home and harbour. This is one stylish, robust family-friendly shed.

NATIONAL AWARDS WON

Top 100

REGIONAL AWARDS WON

Regional Gold

REGION & CATEGORY:

Auckland / Northland / Coromandel Competition
Resene New Home $2 million - $4 million