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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

Clare Chapman
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Architect Mitchell Coll of Coll Architecture built two compact 74-square-metre homes on a tiny 300-square-metre Christchurch site, championing high-density living. The mirror-image dwellings feature a durable industrial exterior and warm timber interiors.

The project showcases smart, space-efficient design with clever energy efficiencies. Future-proof innovations include:

- Earthquake-resilient foundations for easy re-levelling

- The ability to be combined into one larger home

- A design allowing them to be relocated if necessary

This demonstrates a forward-thinking approach to urban housing.

Author

Clare Chapman Clare Chapman
Editor in Chief, HOME