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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 home designed by Pat de Pont of Strachan Group Architects, taking advantage of the Auckland Unitary Plan. The design cleverly maximizes the small footprint with abundant light and a sense of space.

Key features include:

- A unique roof design for increased volume and sun

- Suspended bay windows that add usable area

- A covered deck extending the living space

Originally intended as a rental, the owners moved in themselves, embracing a simpler, downsized lifestyle.

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Clare Chapman Clare Chapman
Editor in Chief, HOME