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Why this Wānaka holiday home took its inspiration from a DoC hut

With a young family, the brief for this Wānaka holiday home was simple: something that resembles a DoC hut.

Clare Chapman
By Clare Chapman (Editor in Chief, HOME)
Last updated: 1 February 2024 | 1 min read
The hut, is a striking design in a suburban context.
“Because the hut is well designed and everything flows nicely, size doesn’t seem to matter."
 There’s plenty of visual interest in exposed beams, joins and timber detailing and the efficient design makes the large footprint of their Island Bay home feel almost unnecessary, says Kath.
The well-insulated house has low thermal breaching and rarely needs heating – when it does, it stays warm for days.
The DoC hut references are apparent inside and out – from the green corrugated cladding, to the open, relaxed feel that’s immediate on entry.

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Clare Chapman Clare Chapman
Editor in Chief, HOME


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