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Coastal wilderness
On the divide between suburban street and wild dunescape, Brian White carves a retreat from a singular form.
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Architect Brian White has designed a striking holiday home in Bowentown, situated between a suburban street and wild coastal dunes. Inspired by driftwood, the sculptural, angular house features a dark, private exterior that contrasts with its warm timber interior.
Inside, varying ceiling heights create dynamic, "cocoon-like" spaces. The home intentionally forgoes a deck, acting as a refuge that frames the dramatic dunescape and views towards Tuhua (Mayor Island), providing a unique connection to the wild landscape.
The recessed entrance is cut from an otherwise solid street-facing elevation
Not quite perpendicular to the sea, the house is aligned perfectly with the island of Tuhua.
Image: Simon Wilson
Image: Simon Wilson
Inside, the further you move into the house the more it reveals.
The house sits about 100 metres from high tide mark, at the edge of a wild dunescape.
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