Nature and architecture have intertwined in a home that’s a true sanctuary for its owners. Beyond the front entrance, a floor-to-ceiling window looks out on to a serene Japanese Zen garden with a maple tree at its centre. Windows also bring the garden’s peaceful ambience into the kitchen and the hallway. Decking leads out to the garden from the living area and the main bedroom and, as the sun sets, the garden illuminates, so you could say this special piece of landscaping is the heart of this Leeston home. Inside, every corner tells a story of clean lines and the contemporary aesthetic reflects a harmonious blend of sophistication and organic beauty.

A skylight floods the kitchen with light and highlights the Kombu green cabinetry with brass accents. Two bathrooms are stunningly neutral and feature calm green tiles while that tranquil green shade also makes its way into the main bedroom as a feature wall. Timber flooring grounds the natural aesthetic in the living areas and carpet keeps the three bedrooms cosy. This home is a perfectly planned 183sqm clad in warm-grey brick and weatherboard. Twin narrow vertical windows in the living area and the garage balance the front facade and maintain privacy from within.