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Distinctive Seatoun Heights House With Breathtaking Harbor Views in New Zealand

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Seatoun Heights House sits on a steep site above Seatoun Heights Road, New Zealand, perched above the harbor. The distinct color palette of the house and its irregular shape imprint a sober feel, yet this initial vibe wears off, as one steps inside. Architecture Seatoun Heights House'

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Defining a House Style: What Is a Victorian Home?

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This architectural style includes multiple, distinct variations that all deserve a critical look. Image: Rite Way Custom Homes History of the Victorian home As the name suggests, Victorian homes reflect architectural styles that were popular during Queen Victoria’s reign (1837-1901).

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Family Lake Home Nestled in Its Dramatic Mountainscape - Freshome

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Architecture. Architecture. Architecture › Family Lake Home Nestled in Its Dramatic Mountainscape. Serpenting along alpine Lake Wakatipu near Queenstown, New Zealand, this long and dark construction is home for a family of five. By Ada Teicu in Architecture. Timber Home Design by Sturgess Architecture.

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Redesigning New Zealand’s Matai House

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Parsonson Architects were behind the redesign of Matai House , a welcoming family home in Wellington, New Zealand. Situated at the end of the villa hallway, the new living room is flooded with natural light due to extensive glazing.

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Simplicity Reigns in 100% Renewable Energy Home: Great Gulf.

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Architecture. Architecture. Architecture › Simplicity Reigns in 100% Renewable Energy Home: Great Gulf Active House . Occupying a lot in a new suburb outside of St. By Ada Teicu in Architecture. Modern Home Especially Designed for Active Relaxation in New Zealand. Apartments. Living Room.

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Self Sustainable Weekend Retreat by Branch Studio Architects

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Architecture. Architecture. Architecture › Self Sustainable Weekend Retreat by Branch Studio Architects. The dwelling designed by Branch Studio Architects was originally intended to serve as a storage space for the clients’ water pump and other essential equipment needed to maintain their farmland property. .”

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Medieval LEGO Houses Inspired by The Lord Of The Rings and Other Fantasy Worlds

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The famous epic fantasy film series “Lord of the Rings” influenced various projects in the design and architecture industry. Daniel Hensel ( Legonardo Davidsy on Flickr ) builds beautiful medieval LEGO houses that seem taken from the Lord of the Rings New Zealand stage set.