By Daniel Marshall Architects
The concept for this Waiheke island home was to present an innovative fusion of Pacific Rim and modernist architecture. The influence of Japanese architecture can be seen in the selection of materials, the detailing, and the arrangement of space and form around a series of courtyards set along a long, curving landscape wall. The modern steel structure of the house allowed for the corners of the main living spaces to be completely glazed. This provided uninterrupted views across the vineyards to the harbour beyond and permitted the large cantilever of the bedroom over the vehicle forecourt to capture views and the morning sun.
A restrained natural palate reinforces the fusion of Asian and European influences. Of particular interest is the cantilevered main bedroom ensuite wall detailing, which edges the stepped entry to the house. Glass tiles allow light to be cast to the exterior, evoking a Japanese lantern. The flashing below is formed from a lead sheet, utilising a traditional European technique translated to a modern context. The dark stained cedar refers to the modern Californian tradition. The stone is travertine, sourced from Italy.
Designers: Daniel Marshall
Photographer: Patrick Reynolds
We are DMA. We create carefully crafted architecture in NZ and abroad to seamlessly integrate people and place.
Daniel Marshall Architects (DMA) is an Auckland-based practice who are passionate about designing high quality and award-winning New Zealand architecture. Our work has been published in periodicals and books internationally as well as numerous digital publications, including ArchDaily.com – the world’s most visited architectural website.
Daniel leads a core team of four individually accomplished designers who skillfully collaborate to resolve architectural projects from their conception through to their occupation. DMA believes architecture is a ‘generalist’ profession which engages with all components of an architectural project; during conceptual design, documentation and construction phases.
We pride ourselves on being able to holistically engage with a complex of architectural issues to arrive at a design solution equally appropriate to its context (site and surrounds) and the unique ways in which our clients prefer to live.