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Built in 2005 by the owner (a local builder) the Paihia house sits on a ridge overlooking across the beautiful bay of Islands to Russell. 

Lindholm design provided developed concept and architectural drafting services to obtain building consent documentation, based on the clients own sketch concept, the client chose James Hardie Linea weatherboard and timber facings to achieve a “Boat house” feel to the upper storeys.  3 storeys in part the home incorporated an Access Elevatiors, "Magic carpet” internal platform lift from the basement level.  

A “Busck” pre-stressed concrete floor cantilevered out form the living space to form balconies. Concrete block retaining walls to the basement with a cement render finish,  painted timber trims and feature detailing to pergolas completed the home.

Lindholm Design
Northland

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Paihia House

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Lindholm Design was established in Northland in 2001 by Karin Lindholm (Andreassen).

Karin Lindholm specialises in design and draughting of residential homes unique to clients' needs and personalities. Her designs embody spaces that are attractive, functional and suit the needs of their owners.

She has a passion for creating elegant and stylish homes that are also enjoyable, liveable environments. Her understanding of the principles of passive design, ventilation and modern building technologies results in healthy functional homes with attractive and enduring architecture.

Karin Lindholm also recognises the importance of working within the budget constraints of her clients while still delivering quality architecture.

Projects range from small alterations to larger residential homes and can include kitchen, cabinetry and bathroom design if required.

Karin Lindholm has a background in residential, commercial and educational architecture both in NZ and overseas totalling 20+ years of experience in draughting and design. She is a current professional member of ADNZ (Architectural Designers of NZ), a past member of The NZ Green Building Council (NZGBC) and Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP107526) in Design Class 2.

Whether you already have your own plan developed, or need Lindholm Design to create a one-off design just for you, Karin Lindholm will tailor a design and draughting package to suit.

Karin Lindholm will co-ordinate your project with other consultants if required, to provide you with a complete solution.

Lindholm Design uses AutoCAD and ArchiCAD  Software to produce conceptual design and presentation drawings through to building consent documentation.

In addition to 2D CAD Documentation, Lindholm Design can provide 3D CAD images, photorealistic rendering, walk-though animations and sun studies to make your project come to life before you even begin to build.

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