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A valued feature of the design is theconnection of the house to the garden.Photo Roger Richardsonstreet and neighbouring properties, it isimpossible to see inside the house, butthe residents of this home still enjoyplenty of light along with stunningsea and mountain views through whatwere initially thought to be limited viewshafts. The slats also create dramaticpatterns and shadows inside, while thebanisters on the stairs echo the verticaltheme.The exterior lower level of thehouse has been plastered. Exposedaggregate concrete paving inlaid withpebble strips provide a generous andwelcoming entrance. Wide planks ofAustralian kaari lead up to the frontdoor, alongside which runs an aquatiledwater feature illuminated atnight by a hidden LED strip. Four LEDstrips were arranged to create a uniquebespoke light – making a feature of theentrance area within the cedar canopy.The living space is on the groundfloor, with the master bedroom, walk inwardrobe and bathroom on the upperlevel. Rising each morning they areable to enjoy the sea view they cameback to New Plymouth for. At the top ofthe stairs the mountain is revealed in agenerous double storey picture window.The hanging staircase is a work of artand the centrepiece of the house. Warmglowing South Island elm has beenused, with narrow strips of aluminiumto delineate the edge of each step.The timber contrasts beautifully withthe polished concrete mix floors. Thecouple chose a blue toned mix calledUruti Stone and specified the additionof randomly scattered white pebbles.The effect is like walking on a polishedstone river bed and as the sun shines, itreflects the stones onto the white wallsand ceiling, giving a dappled light effectsimilar to walking beside a streamunder leafy trees on a sunny day. ItWe are a building and construction company that has been established in Taranaki since 1916.We are 100% locally owned and we’re committed to providing our customers with the bestbuilding solutions for their projects71 Hurlstone Drive, PO Box 7043, NP | 06 758 0869 | www.clelandsconstruction.co.nzGreat designFine workmanshipBeautiful homeLIVE MAGAZINE I SPRING 2013 I 45