Set deep in the heart of South Wairarapa dairy country, this new home is a response to the land on which it sits and the farming clients who live here. Reminiscent of dairy sheds and traditional rural materiality this house belongs to its surroundings.
A new urban home on a challenging section led to a unique response. Long and thin, the building allows for an abundance of light. The simple, elegant form of the building sits easily in this small farming town and speaks to the owners rural roots.
A country home in town. This design references the rural roots of the clients and the surrounding Wairarapa countryside. The passive solar design ensures the house is warm and sunny in winter with areas to escape from the heat of summer.
An exploration in light and texture. The roof of the house floats over the hand hewn concrete walls and allows the light to filter through the home. The large windows embrace the view while the home is tucked gently into the hillside.
Profile
Victoria Read Architecture is a Wairarapa based architectural studio specialising in residential, hospitality and light commercial projects. We are currently working on a range of projects throughout the Wairarapa region.
All projects are developed using a flexible and collaborative approach to design. Each project is unique and the design process responds to the needs of the individual client and site. Ideas and solutions are created and developed throughout the process in order to generate an exciting architecture that is unique to the context .
We have a history of delivering innovative design solutions across a variety of projects including new rural and urban homes, historic building restorations, as well as retail and hospitality fit outs. We offer full architectural and interior design services including design, planning, documentation and contract administration.
