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Accessed via a rough 4WD track, the completely off grid home in the hills above Featherston in the Wairarapa, is a welcoming and private retreat for its owner. Read more
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A self-sufficient off-grid retreat in the Wairarapa hills, featuring solar power, high insulation, and a cozy wood stove, designed by Click Architects and built by Maridale Construction Ltd.

Accessed via a rough 4WD track, the completely off grid home in the hills above Featherston in the Wairarapa, is a welcoming and private retreat for its owner. Powered entirely by an array of solar panels high above the house that is stored in a large bank of batteries, the house is fully self sufficient. A high degree of insulation keeps it cosy and a large wood stove in the open plan lounge/kitchen provides heating when needed. A modest footprint of 75 square metres keeps the dwelling compact, with two loft areas extending the usable space.

Photographed for Maridale Construction Ltd. The architect is Click Architects.

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“Andre photographed a new home that I designed and built myself which went on to win two ADNZ regional design awards. Photography is a huge component of the design awards entry and Andre's work was exceptional in presenting the house in the best way possible. Not only were the final images beautiful and of excellent quality, but Andre was a pleasure to work with throughout the entire process. If you are considering hiring Andre you will be getting a passionate, knowledgeable and creative practitioner and I would highly recommend his service." - Mike Holmes from Holmes Architecture”

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