Trends New Zealand Trends Volume 31 No 10 New Zealand | Page 159

Preceding pages and above: Originally painted white throughout, this heritage building has been stripped back to its essence. The exposed brickwork, floorboards and exposed structural columns form the backdrop to a new three-level home that replaces a former laundry operation. Above: Architect Chris Hawley introduced a curved, suspended ceiling element on the main living floor to define the sitting areas and kitchen, and to create a sense of intimacy. Left: New steel windows with triple glazing replicate the original windows in the building. search | save | share at trendsideas.com