wind and rain that the coastal site would experience,” explains Aaron. The colour of copper also “responded to the natural colours in the area,” making it in line with Michael’s architectural concept.
Covid was another obstacle the team had to
surmount. “New Zealand went into lockdown for around six weeks, which slowed us down,” says Aaron. Fortunately however, all the materials needed remained readily available, enabling work to continue throughout the pandemic.
UNIQUE DESIGN The completed copper-clad home is an impressively sculptural form comprising unusual curves and features that successfully references the local landscape. The cladding material is Nordic Standard copper, supplied by Aurubis in a 0.7 mm ‘mill finish’ and installed by New Zealand firm The Architectural Roofing Company. It was installed in a combination of modern long-strip technology and hand-worked details; ranging from copper louvres to a rainwater hopper with lipped weir overflow. The home is made up of three floors. As you
approach the main entrance of the building on the ground floor you are met with a ‘cave-like’ doorway with subtly inclined walls clad inside and out in copper. This leads to the building’s largest room – an open plan, double-height kitchen/living area. This room is filled with intricate timber detailing, and features “incredibly comfortable” custom built-in furniture around the windows and dining table which gets “constantly used,” says Aaron.,”
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A large central island made of solid brass sits “like a jewel” in the kitchen, says Aaron. He adds: “My family loves to cook, and having this island works perfectly for us.” While the large bespoke windows at the front flood the room with natural light – and provide stunning views of the bay and harbour – they are set back in their reveals giving the family added privacy. “People on the beach and in the park next door can’t see us and we can’t see them, unless we intentionally go up close to the windows.” The ground floor also houses one of two garages, this one doubles up as Aaron’s office. Adjacent is youngest daughter Emma’s room which includes a quirky loft space where friends and family can stay the night. Following the curved structure round from here, next is the ‘rumpus room’ which is designed as a quiet teenage retreat and music room. On a mezzanine level is Aaron and Christine’s master bedroom, offering great views over the bay. Eldest daughter Laura’s room is next door, featuring a curved oak timber wall that “tapers to regal gold curtains.” This room provides access to a French ‘loft net’ and there are views out of a skylight to the north.” Aaron sums up the varied mix of internal rooms: “Every bedroom is different, and each space is very special in its own way.”
The basement level is just as intriguing as the
rest of the design. Here is the second garage, a laundry, an under stair stainless steel ‘prison- style’ toilet for guests, and an unusual bookshelf filled with a variety of old cameras. This shelf
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