The Mountain Range Two-Storey House in New Zealand

The Mountain Range House is a modern residence located in Brightwater, New Zealand. It’s a very impressive building, not only by its size but also because of the stylish design. The house was a project by Nelson-based design studio Irving Smith Jack Architects and it was completed in 2009. It’s a beautiful two-storey residence designed for an inter-generational family.

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The luxurious house features a contemporary design that’s neither too simple neither too opulent. It’s a very stylish structure that also benefits from a lovely location and beautiful surrounding landscape. This new structure is an addition to the family’s existing farmhouse. The existing structure was a series of separate spaces contained perimeter walls. The new addition is a little different. It’s a pavilion with open spaces and transitional areas that create a seamless connection with the outdoor areas.

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Contemporary New Zealand Property8
Contemporary New Zealand Property8
Contemporary New Zealand Property8
Contemporary New Zealand Property8
Contemporary New Zealand Property8
Contemporary New Zealand Property8
Contemporary New Zealand Property8

Notice that all the structures that compose the residence are arranged in a way that allows them to mimic the shape of the mountains located near-by. The roof has an asymmetrical shape and a silhouette similar to that of the mountains. This creates a beautiful and unusual connection with the landscape but also connects the pavilions and allows them to form a single volume. Inside the house, the timber ceilings create a nice symmetry with the timber floors. The atmosphere is warm and inviting and the interior décor is modern and elegant.{found on Patrick Reynolds}.