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46 <strong>Magazine</strong> | Home<br />
“It’s super styley, but you<br />
can still relax, wander<br />
around in your bare feet<br />
and spill crumbs.”<br />
A cosy media room off to one side sometimes doubles as a bedroom<br />
for their grandchildren.<br />
Each light fitting in the house serves a purpose, such as anchoring an<br />
open, airy space or highlighting an artwork or piece of furniture. This<br />
includes Desejo’s ‘Space’ light, which hovers over the dining table.<br />
Bi-fold doors lead to a louvre-covered outdoor living area complete with<br />
a wood fire and cedar-clad, stainless steel hot tub.<br />
Landscaper Mike Burrows brought in large-grade plants, including a<br />
15-year-old Japanese maple, to instantly give the section an established feel.<br />
The project earned Home Factor a gold award in the Master Builders’<br />
House of the Year southern regional competition.<br />
“They and their team of tradesmen were key to the successful outcome<br />
and an absolute joy to work with, particularly as the house was built<br />
during Covid restrictions and lockdowns,” says the owner.<br />
Many of the ideas in the house came from Priyanka, who is also the<br />
company’s architectural and interior designer.<br />
Having a Central Otago base for their friends and family is great, the<br />
owner adds.<br />
“There’s stuff to do and there’s always a relaxed atmosphere, which is<br />
not necessarily the case in your permanent home.”<br />
“We like the fact that everybody enjoys being there.”
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