Hataitai home / John Mills Architects

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Wellington, New Zealand
Hataitai home / John Mills Architects - Windows, Facade
© Paul McCredie

Text description provided by the architects. This is a true Wellington home. Spectacular views, but facing the morning sun, with a slope to challenge any engineer. Situated on the eastern flank of Mt Victoria, near the city, with magnificent views over Evans Bay, Shelly Bay, and the Tararua mountain ranges to the north.

Hataitai home / John Mills Architects - Countertop, Beam
© Paul McCredie

The wish was to subtly unfold the interiors, as one climbs up, and ultimately deliver the big outlook and outdoor flow to the living rooms. The owners wanted a complex series of private spaces, contrasting with clean yet expressive form and honest finishes.

Hataitai home / John Mills Architects - Sofa, Table, Windows, Countertop, Chair
© Paul McCredie

A strong desire to have a comfortable home has been realised, with the ambient temperature stable at 20 -21 degrees year round with little thermal input due to insulation and passive solar design.

Hataitai home / John Mills Architects - Table, Waterfront, Chair, Deck
© Paul McCredie

Given the cacophony of building styles in the surrounding area, we attempted to merge with the hillside, and let the vertical geometry provide the Architectural melody. The result is a dynamic indigenous home that embraces family living while creating unique Wellington spaces with playful and practical materials and enduring living comfort.

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Cite: "Hataitai home / John Mills Architects" 25 Sep 2013. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/431230/hataitai-home-john-mills-architects> ISSN 0719-8884

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