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harsh summer sun, yet admit low winter
light that passively heats the concrete
floors. Operable clerestory windows at the
rear of the pavilions let in the late afternoon sun and provide passive ventilation.
Other environmental touches include
a vented roof cavity to avoid condensation
build-up, often an issue for homes in cool
climes. A high level of insulation and high
performance glazing were also specified.
Another plus is the home’s thermally
separated floor slab with hydronic heating
that can be controlled remotely.

Architect and kitchen designer: Regan Johnston
(formerly of Mason & Wales Architects)
Builder: Mark Duffy Builders
Roofing: Eurotray
Window/door joinery: Vistalite Aluminium
Kitchen manufacturer: Joinery Specialists
Cabinetry: MDF, Mirotone finish, by Joinery Specialists
Benchtops: Corian
Taps: Paini Cox
Oven, hob, refrigerator: Fisher & Paykel,
from Selectrix, Wanaka
Ventilation: Schweigen, from Selectrix, Wanaka
Lighting: ECC
Paint: Resene

Furniture and blinds: McKenzie & Willis, Wanaka
Speakers and control systems: Selectrix, Wanaka
Outdoor furniture: McKenzie & Willis, Wanaka
Barbecue: DCS Grill, from Selectrix, Wanaka
Story by John Williams
Photography by Jamie Cobel

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