Shoal Bay House in New Zealand by Parsonson Architects

February 27, 2010 Filed Under: Homes Design

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This rural house design inspiration is designed by Parsonson Architects located in Shoal Bay on the rugged east coast of the North Island of New Zealand. The residential building is designed to be part of the rural setting, raised off the ground and sitting beside the original woolshed, which has served the bay since the early 1900’s. The house is rugged yet welcoming and offers unpretentious shelter, it is the type of place where you kick off your shoes and don’t need to worry about walking sand through the house.

The shoal bay house is formed of two slightly off-set pavilions, one housing the bedrooms and the other the main living space. Decks are located at each end of the living pavilion allowing the sun to be followed throughout the day. Sliding screens at the north-west end provide adjustable shelter for the different wind conditions, offer privacy from neighbouring campers and act as walls for outside sleeping.

Shoal Bay House by Parsonson Architects