Set on the tranquil Rangitahi Peninsula, the Sisters Sanctuary instils a sense of calm, beauty, and solidarity throughout. The home is a considered response to the social dynamic of the developing street to the west and the expansive inlet views to the east. Two interlocking forms are expressed from the street, compositionally light horizontal timber cladding and screening against the more grounded masonry. A protective cloak of cedar draws one  between the two forms into the modestly scaled interior. Rich walnut tones, paired with a selection of travertine, venetian plastered render and soft  sandy greys, work in harmony together and form an inviting space to witness the ebb and flow of the tide and observe the changing light throughout the day.

Te Kahui Whaihanga NZ Institute of Architects