Early design consideration of a large existing oak tree on the street side of this Fendalton home naturally created a series of three defined pavilions with kitchen and dining leading out to a deck shaded by the tree in summer. High fencing keeps this area and the front of the home private, with the house protecting outdoor living to the back. The timeless aesthetic of two juxtaposed 40-degree pitched perpendicular pavilions provides distinct street appeal, with monochrome finishes to the vertical linear cladding softened by the Abodo-clad flat-roofed forms that houses the garage and scullery.

The main living area runs north-east through the centre of the home with sleeping quarters distinctly separated by one of the pavilions. Full-height sliders, lofty ceilings and ample skylights enhance the sense of openness, linking internal spaces to the landscaped garden and swimming pool to the north. Sited behind the garage, a separate self-contained third pavilion has a second living area, bathroom and fifth bedroom upstairs in a full-height loft. From the smart home hub at the front door through surround-sound speaker wiring and EV charging station, this contemporary homestead in the heritage city of Christchurch is definitely looking to the future.