Arkhé is featured on the latest edition of Business North magazine. I talked with Rosa Watson about my background, design process and receiving this year’s ADNZ awards for Residential New Home and Interiors.
Arkhé is featured on the latest edition of Business North magazine. I talked with Rosa Watson about my background, design process and receiving this year’s ADNZ awards for Residential New Home and Interiors.
The weather has posed quite a challenge this year, causing frequent disruptions across our construction sites and leading to frustrating delays. But amidst these hurdles, witnessing the progress of this house is incredibly rewarding. And let's talk about its shape. The roof, with its distinct form, is the standout feature—thoughtfully designed to embrace natural light and breathtaking views. It harmoniously blends with the pristine bush of the Matata Conservation Estate. Spanning 115m2, this house employs passive design strategies that ensure year-round thermal comfort. From the concrete floor with in-slab hydraulic heating to the photovoltaic array, high-performance insulation, and glazing, every detail has been meticulously planned to maximize the effectiveness of these passive design features.