Okains Bay House

Sometimes, simplicity is sublime. Here, an uncomplicated

144sqm rectangular form has been imbued with light,

natural flow and exemplary outdoor living areas.

 Reclaimed timber from telephone poles and wharf

beams has been used in feature walls, and you’ll also find

old light fittings, signs, retro hanging scales and a heavenly

trio of cathedral glass art pieces. Here, fun meets finesse.

In the fully tiled bathroom and main-bedroom ensuite

upcycled stainless steel toilet pans have been installed,

and old cabinets have a new lease on life as vanities.

 As impressive as these are, this architectural house with a pitched roof and clad in reclaimed vertical shiplap and steel, is about much more. Smart design and attention to detail. You’ll find three spacious bedrooms, a loft, an open-plan living, dining and kitchen zone with fireplace, and separate media space with pivot doors. Wide doors open light-filled spaces to decking that splays out from both sides of the Bach. There are more square metres of deck than house, pressing home the point that whether relaxing or entertaining, the owners can enjoy this special part of the world indoors and out.

Up on the hill looking over Christchurch sits a early 1900s Character house. This project is the definition of old meets new. The construction of a modern 75 square meter garage with tray roofing continuing down the walls ,rusticated weatherboard cladding front and back with hidden doors really brings a modern feel to the entry of the property. The sleek design doesn't stop on the exterior, as you walk in the walls and ceiling are lined with negative detail ply with a heat pump and tv to round off the ultimate work station. This is every mans dream.  

This Job didn't stop there. As you approach the house you step on to a new porch built to the style of the house. Using recycled and new material to add a classic and timeless look. Further more at the back of this property a new 50 square meter deck with inbuilt planter boxes and a custom steel balustrade creates a one of a kind view with ample space for out door entertainment. This deck can be accessed from both sides or through the new 4 meter bifold door of the houses main living area providing amazing indoor out door flow 

 This 1930s character villa has undergone some extensive repairs and alterations. A major re level was conducted, as well as some structural elements to change the layout and allow for bi fold doors opening out to the expansive 65m2 split level deck with in Built planters, and spa. Bespoke swamp totara Slab breakfast nooks are connected through bi fold windows to the elegant kitchen area with granite waterfall bench tops. 

 Timber beams wrapped in rimu were installed  opening up the living space. The custom made rimu mantelpiece and TV unit accompanied by the schist stone fireplace and white washed feature ceiling really makes this home an entertainers dream  

We are currently working on an exciting new project. 

Stay tunned to see this amazing architecturally designed house.