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Inside a 65 square metre home where space and light are in abundance

This couple wondered if they could live well on a 65 square metre footprint. As it turned out, they could.

Clare Chapman
Last updated: 1 February 2024 | 6 min read
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A Mt Eden couple built a 65sqm minor dwelling, designed by Pat de Pont of Strachan Group Architects, to embrace a downsized lifestyle. The clever design maximises the small footprint allowed under the Auckland Unitary Plan.

Key features include a high roof for volume and light, and suspended bay windows that add usable area without counting towards floor space. The flexible two-bedroom home has enabled the owners to enjoy a more sustainable and simplified life.

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Clare Chapman Clare Chapman
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