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Living on the edge: New Zealand's best clifftop homes
Here are five stunning clifftop homes where the house and dramatic surroundings combine to striking effect.
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Explore five of New Zealand's most stunning clifftop homes, each with a unique architectural approach to its dramatic setting. These designs showcase innovative solutions for challenging coastal sites.
Featured homes include:
- Bowden House by Belinda George Architects, which turns away from the sea.
- V House by Studio John Irving, which steps down the cliff.
- Muriwai House by Julian Guthrie, anchored against storms by a concrete wall.
Each home masterfully combines structure with the surrounding landscape.
1. Bowden House by Belinda George Architects
Bowden House by Belinda George Architects. Photography by Simon Devitt.
2. V House by Studio John Irving
V House by Studio John Irving. Photography by Simon Wilson.
3. Pomare Bach by RTA Studio
Pomare Bay Bach by RTA Studio. Photography by Patrick Reynolds.
4. Lantern House by Herbst Architects
Lantern House by Herbst Architects. Photography by Jackie Meiring.
5. Muriwai House by Julian Guthrie
Muriwai House by Julian Guthrie Architects. Photography by Patrick Reynolds.
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