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Cladding options to enhance the style of your home
What are some of the best external cladding options for New Zealand weather conditions?
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Choosing the right cladding for New Zealand's harsh climate is crucial for your home's style and durability. Popular options include:
- Vertical timber and composite boards for a modern look.
- Brick for its low maintenance and excellent insulation.
- Metal claddings like long-run steel, aluminium, and copper for their resilience.
Cedar offers a premium timber finish that can silver naturally. Guide prices range from affordable brick and steel (from $200/sqm) to premium aluminium (from $450/sqm).
Vertical timber and composite cladding
Designed by KOIA Architects, this home is wrapped in zinc and thermally modified timber cladding allowing the substantial form to sit lightly in the landscape. Image by John Williams.
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Vertical timber cladding used in this home designed by Ben Hudson Architects creates crisp lines accentuating the dramatic alpine setting. Image by John Williams.
Vertical cedar: what are the benefits and what does it cost?
This home by Define Architecture utilises various exterior cladding materials to create a layered, inviting aesthetic. Image by John Williams.
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