Cladding

The Monocular - Front Perspective

The couple selected high-performance, modified Accoya wood—a durable, sustainable material—for the cladding and decking. The hidden downpipes help achieve a streamlined look that has earned the home the nickname “The Cabin.”

Designed by Arba, the retreat’s enclosed garden provides outdoor space out of the wind while the cuts give it a strong connection with the setting.

The north side of the home opens up to a covered wraparound deck and views of the Karangahake Gorge.

The gable roof and L-shaped structure add a buffer against the sound of winds blowing at up to 45 miles per hour. “You don’t hear the outside,” says Ravi.

The architect chose granite for the house’s base, zinc for its roof, and Scandinavian pinewood for cladding—all materials that complement the nearby gray stone building.

Norske Mikrohus’s latest project, Rast, is a 174-square-foot-home that promises to get you closer to nature.

The Monocular - Two-Storey Open Air Shower

The Monocular - Firewod Storage

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