The beech house

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A is for Adventure, Attitude, Awesome and... A-frame. Above Frankton arm overlooking Lake Wakatipu, a derelict traditional A-frame, sitting on a lean towards the lake, has been cleverly restored and given a new life. This was a build to remember. The existing ground-floor structure was demolished and the house propped granting the addition of a new ground floor comprising two bedrooms, a bathroom, laundry and garage. Raw exposed-steel beams and portal frames were stitched into the existing structure allowing the large dormers to expand the living spaces emphasising the spectacular views. Spilling out onto the large macrocarpa decks, entertaining spaces combine.

A testament to the raw beauty of native timber, the band-sawn tongue-and-groove Southland beech showcases the exceptional craftsmanship of the builders throughout the interior spaces. The clients’ creativity and desire to use sustainably sourced local materials, allows the timeless character and warmth of timber to contrast beautifully with the use of the cobbled Timaru bluestone and raw steel. Rimu recycled from the garage studs and workbenches is cleverly featured throughout. These materials are anchored within by a central spiral stair linking the top two bedrooms with the living spaces. The beech house is a creative and clever expression of thoughtful design and materials which will stand the test of time.

NATIONAL AWARDS WON

Top 100

REGIONAL AWARDS WON

Regional Supreme Renovation of the Year

Regional Pink Batts Craftsmanship

Regional Category Winner

Regional Gold

REGION & CATEGORY:

Southern Competition
Builders Academy Renovation $1 million - $2 million