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How Kiwi Live: Robin Allison of Earthsong
After an eight-year labour of love, Robin is now living within her dynamic eco-neighbourhood Earthsong.
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Robin Allison, a pioneer in sustainable cohousing, shares insights into her home within the Earthsong eco-neighbourhood in West Auckland. After a 13-year journey from planning to completion, she lives in a cozy, relaxed home built with natural materials, balancing personal privacy with community connection.
Earthsong is a leading example of an eco-neighbourhood, demonstrating sustainable, low-energy living. Robin is proud of the project's success in showing what's possible for future housing in Aotearoa.
Describe your home style in three words
The meaning of home
A home within Earthsong
What she’s most proud of
On starting the morning
Favourite aspect of the house
The most precious item
Favourite memory in this home
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