Location: Wanaka
Photographer: Graham Warman Photography
A Rural Family Home
Set on a remote Central Otago site, this farmhouse combines robust natural materials with a warm, refined interior. Its gabled form draws from rural vernacular buildings, with separate wings for living, bedrooms, and utility spaces connected by flat-roofed links. The home was designed with future expansion in mind, allowing for additional wings to be added seamlessly over time.
Expansive glazing captures 360-degree views of Mount Aspiring National Park, the Cardrona Valley, and the Pisa Range, while a sheltered courtyard with a schist fireplace creates a gathering space at the heart of the home. Inside, the focus is on comfort and detail: a neutral palette, oiled oak flooring, a 4.2-metre concrete kitchen bench, and feature stone fireplace create elegant but understated living spaces.
Durable cedar, schist, and corrugated iron cladding root the home in its rural setting, while high levels of insulation ensure comfort year-round. Designed for a growing family and their social lifestyle, the Clutha River Farmhouse is both practical and welcoming, with room to evolve over time.
