Trends New Zealand Trends Volume 31 No 6 New Zealand | Page 55

Quietly confident
A restrained palette of materials ensures this new
home exudes an air of subtle sophistication
Modern luxury isn’t about bling – it’s
about restraint. Spacious, free-flowing
interiors and simple, natural materials
create a perfect backdrop to busy modern
lifestyles.
This three-level house, which was
designed by architect Jesse Linardi of
DKO Architecture, is in a prestigious
neighbourhood, but the owners did not
want the house to stand out.
“They are quite private people, and
they didn’t want an ostentatious, lookat-me style of house,” says Linardi. “This

Preceding pages and facing page: Blackbutt
timber lines the deep soffits on this contemporary
house designed by DKO Architecture. The timber
provides a visual warmth to contrast the extensive
use of glass, steel, zinc and concrete.
Above: Zinc forms the balustrading on a balcony
off the master bedroom on the second floor. The
balustrading provides privacy, yet the owners can
still enjoy the view from the upper level. When the
large pivoting entry door is open, it is possible to
look right through the house to the landscaped
outdoor living area and pool beyond.

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