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River Retreat
ABOUT
Short listed in the New Zealand Home of the year awards, the Smith residence is a great example of how you can achieve a beautifully designed home on a lean budget.
The modern building has a striking cedar screen that was custom designed for this project and keeps all fixings hidden from sight. The building roof line has a complex pitch angle running down it's length that tapers up toward the back of house presenting a dynamic visual as you approach the house while creating extra space in a mezzanine floor at the rear.
We worked closely with the owner / Architect Dan Smith to make the most of every square meter of the compact 120 msq envelope.
"Working with Mackay Construction was a highly collaborative and enjoyable experience for us as first time home builders. While working to a budget we were still able to achieve a highly functional and striking home and we would recommend Luke and his team where attention to detail is critical"
DAN SMITH, EDWARDS WHITE ARCHITECTS