Karangahake House

Masterfully designed by MAKE Architects, whose brief was to design a new house for their client’s existing farmland, to a tight budget and at no larger than 100m2.

The homeowners wanted to construct their new home through a prefabrication process, whilst maintaining the simplicity of a “tramper’s hut”. Sustainability was a key criteria throughout the build.

As a result, MAKE challenged wasteful and often costly construction processes - and the prefabricated floors, walls and roofs were assembled on-site within only 4 days.

The sustainability focus was further achieved through the carefully selected materials and finishes, weathertight linings, and smart efficient ventilation systems.

Abodo’s Tundra Cladding was chosen for the exterior to further meet the sustainability eco-brief. Tundra Cladding is made from Douglas Fir, sustainably grown in New Zealand from Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) certified plantations.

Finished in a silicate coating, Tundra Cladding has a rustic look which completes the tramper’s hut brief and integrates beautifully into the natural surrounds.

Silicate is a 100% natural wood treatment, which silvers off to an attractive, low maintenance grey over time.

Watch how Tundra in silicate coating weathers over time.