Diagrid House
By Jack McKinney Architects
This house is a strongly sculptural exploration of in-situ concrete. A basement garage forms a podium upon which a 56 tonne diagrid concrete roof is propped up to create a living, kitchen and dining area. The main living space is open to the East and the North.
In places daylight is brought through the gridded roof form. The roof extends out to create a verandah facing the street.
The project explores a range of materials in their raw state, deliberately contrasting areas of brightness with darkness. The house is perfectly imperfect, celebrating the marks and incidents of its construction.
2019 Auckland Architecture Awards Winner
HOME magazine Home of the Year 2019 — Winner 2019
HOME magazine Home of the Year 2019 — Best City House 2019
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Jack McKinney [formerly of McKinney + Windeatt Architects] established Jack McKinney Architects in 2018. He has been recognised for the quality of his work at a local and national level.
Jack McKinney Architects is a design-led practice focused on residential, hospitality, interiors and bespoke commercial projects. We aim to work closely and collaboratively with our clients to deliver outcomes tailored to them and their needs. We would be happy to discuss any new project opportunities and welcome you to make contact.