Posted on 1/12/2016
Situated on a cranked ridge line overlooking New Zealand's breathtaking Whangarei Heads, about three hours north of Auckland, this new beach house is designed by husband-and-wife team Lance and Nicola Herbst. Balancing out the project's rocky site, the architects have mediated the rich yet rough natural surroundings to form an open and relaxing summer retreat.
Created for a keen sailor and his family of four, the house is a composition of different parts. The first to be commissioned was the boat shed, which acts as a gateway to the property and marks the end of vehicle traffic. The main house rests 100m uphill from there, split into two distinct parts, which are nestled on a steep natural landfall.
A full level separates t...