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An exclusive house tour and a thoughtful marrying of architecture and landscape, Flockhill Homestead is a beautiful yet practical farm residence that offers a novel experience of the New Zealand landscape. This exclusive house tour goes inside a high country sheep station that doubles as an Airbnb where Warren and Mahoney take a symbiotic approach to create an elegant refuge, where interior design harmonises with the heavy masonry elements embedded in the landscape that can also withstand the harsh conditions. The exclusive house tour shows a dwelling that responds to its incredible locale – in the way of outlooks, heritage and practicality. Located halfway between Christchurch and Arthur’s Pass, the homestead and Airbnb is perched on a plateau above the working farm, which offers an equal viewpoint of the mountains, limestone rock formations and Lake Pearson. A pool sits on the edge of the property at the top of a cliff, allowing one to feel as if they are floating above the dramatic landscape. The exclusive house tour reveals The fluid approach taken by the team in the architecture and interior design of the homestead. Spaces are arranged in a single linear strip to access constant views towards the lake and mountains in the distance, fostering a continuous connection between internal and external spaces. The large home is designed for four individual owners so there are shared zones, including a communal kitchen and large fireplace, and private spaces pushed to the corners of the home. The location of Flockhill Homestead is deeply exposed to the elements, which include rapidly changing temperatures and high winds. The home and Airbnb is thus made from durable stone and timber, providing retreat from the mountainous elements whilst still allowing immersion in the landscape. In addition, the pitched roof offers a utilitarian, beautiful structure that references the agricultural sheds that dot the local landscape. Throughout the exclusive house tour, a restrained material palette ensures the focus rests more on the experience of the building and the furniture. Tinted concrete cast in slim layers, limestone flooring and Southern Beech, a native timber, are used. The stone floor allows natural light to enter deep into the home and is also reflected off the ceiling. The calm experience of shadow also adds a nuanced depth to the residence. An exclusive house tour of Flockhill Homestead delivers an experience That inspires contemplation, exploration and the desire to immerse oneself in the captivating landscape. 00:00 - Intro to the Luxurious AirBnB 00:47 - The Project Architect 01:17 - A Family and an Environmental Centred Brief 02:13 - Democratising the Bedrooms 02:40 - Protection From the Harsh Environment 03:15 - The Heritage and History of The Flockhill Region 03:32 - The Materials Used Throughout 04:47 - Utilisation Throughout the Seasons 05:18 - The Calmness of Shadow 05:53 - A Collaborative Effort For more from The Local Project: Instagram – Website – Print Publication – Hardcover Book – The Local Project Marketplace – To subscribe to The Local Project's Tri-Annual Print Publication see here – Photography by Sam Hartnett. Architecture and Interior Design by Warren and Mahoney. Build by Hoogervorst Builders. Interior Furnishings by Jessica Close. Landscape by Rough Milne Mitchell Landscape Architects. Engineering by Ruamoko Solutions. Joinery by House of Joinery. Furniture Design by Simon James and Tréology. Filmed and Edited by Aidan Rogers. Production by The Local Project. The Local Project acknowledges Māori as tangata whenua and Treaty of Waitangi partners in Aotearoa New Zealand. We recognise the importance of Indigenous peoples in the identity of our respective countries and continuing connections to Country and community. We pay our respect to Elders, past and present and extend that respect to all Indigenous people of these lands. #HouseTour #AirBnB #NewZealand
