Are you inside or are you out? Such is the flow between the two at this resort-like Northland property, it’s difficult to ascertain. The views of trees and sea can even be enjoyed through the house – wide doors in the vast living space open to a semi-covered deck on one side and an entirely covered patio on the other. The 475sqm L-shaped home snuggles into its site above a serene bay. It’s unobtrusive, and was designed to be. The three-bedroom home was built with as little disruption to the environment as possible. Beautiful custom curved walls rise organically from the ground, and are cocooned in native trees. A swathe of timber decking organically bends and arcs around the dark house. And while the form of this building and its connection to the landscape is remarkable, the minutiae is just as impressive – right down to the kitchen drawers. Attention to detail is evident at every turn.

When inspiring architecture and scrupulous carpentry come together, magic is made. In one wing, you'll find the long communal living space with the streamlined two-island kitchen, scullery and hobby room. Below is the cellar and plant room that contains a battery to store power generated by solar panels. In the other wing, the three bedrooms that include a dreamy main suite with ensuite and dressing room, a library, laundry, bathroom and double garage with workshop.