The concept stage is the exciting and imaginative beginning of any architectural project. It all starts with good design! laying the foundational for a successful project. Explore some of our designs early in their conception.
SuperBach 100
This small yet smart 100m² urban bach maximises space with high ceilings & optimised windows, delivering a lot on a small budget. Reminiscing a back country hut through its use of timber interiors throughout, it offers a relaxed space in the heart of the city for its owners to enjoy, occasionally offering accommodation to travellers. Everything you need, nothing you don't, within 100m² plus loft.
Beckenham Superhome
Constraints of the narrow site with a north-south orientation influenced the simple bold gable form. Clever design maximises functionality and internal spaces for a young family to enjoy for decades to come. The efficient plan avoids waste space and reduces overall size to help fit the within the budget. The efficient design results in less use of materials/resources (embodied carbon) and much lower ongoing energy costs (operational carbon).
Cashmere Estate
The design works hard to deliver a high-performance home within the desired budget. This spacious 3 bedroom Superhome achieves a 'Base' level specification with 'Better' level performance due to an optimised design and orientation. A double-height entry, skillion ceilings and generously proportioned east glazing in the open plan layout creates a light filled volume. Optimised north eaves provide summer shading, yet still allow the sun's warmth during winter.
Waiarohia Superhome
Whau Valley, Whangārei. This Superhome is a fusion of traditional Japanese and modernist home architecture. Thoughtful manipulation of light and shade and variations of ceiling heights create delightful and super comfortable spaces.
Puriri Superhome
Inspired by timeless Cotswold architecture, a ‘Best’ Certified Superhome, featuring triple-glazed windows, heat recovery ventilation, underfloor heating and solar panels with batteries. Modeling indicates less than a 1% chance of summer overheating thanks to its oversized eaves, well insulated construction, and smart site orientation.
Super Duper Duplex
Cranford Street, Christchurch. Two semi-detached 3 Bedroom dwellings designed to entry level 'BASE' Superhome Standards. Affordable super energy-efficient healthy homes with triple glazing and optimised shading to prevent summer overheating.
Robinsons Bay
Nestled into a hill site in Banks Peninsula, this concept cleverly takes advantage of the incredible western views of Akaroa harbour while still offering protection from the late afternoon sun. High celestial windows let in the east morning sun while still offering privacy from the neighbours.
Westmorland
Evolving upon the design of Robinson's Bay, this home takes advantage of western views while protecting its occupants from the late afternoon sun utilising large eaves, external roller shades, and a large feature schist stone wall. Downstairs, an inside swimming pool enclosed in triple glazed joinery offers the ultimate 'stay-cation' experience.
Wai Ahi
A secluded elevated site on Waiheke Island with waterfront views is the fantastic setting for 'Wai Ahi' a compact 110 square metre, off-grid, low-carbon, Superhome. Aiming to be energy-positive and carbon-negative, incorporating universal design philosophy the project reflects the future-focused vision and values of the owners.
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