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Two compact homes squeeze into a tiny Christchurch site
A champion of space-efficient building it was only natural that this young Christchurch designer would build two homes
1 February 2024
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Coll Architecture has designed two compact 74-square-metre homes on a small Christchurch site, championing high-density, space-efficient urban living. The mirror-image dwellings feature durable materials and a unique "alpine lodge" aesthetic.
The design is remarkably future-proof, allowing the homes to be joined into one, easily re-levelled after earthquakes, or even moved entirely. Smart, energy-efficient features demonstrate how smaller homes can be highly functional and well-designed, creating a successful model for inner-city living.
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