Top 5 beach houses
Tata Beach House, Golden Bay by Amy Hendry. Four pavilions create privacy as well as a sense of separateness.
Tata Beach House. Ease and simplicity encapsulate the attitude of this South Island holiday home.
Ocean House, Mt Maunganui. The exterior manages to be both classic and contemporary.
Ocean House. Malcolm Walker Architects has created a relaxing space that is also suitable for entertaining.
Kapiti House. The master bedroom has views of Kapiti Island and a red BoConcept armchair.
Kapiti House, Kapiti Coast. Wellington architects Carolyn Walker and Geoff Fletcher have created a garden courtyard house next to the sea.
Pipi Beach House. A palette of raw, honest materials ensures the house still feels bach-like.
Pipi Beach House. Geoff Lentz of Antanas Procuta Architects has made the most of a extremely small 280m² site.
Hahei Beach House by McCoy + Heine Architects. Dual-sliding doors allow for great views but also offer shelter from sea breezes.
Hahei Beach House. This house, situated right on the beach, can accommodate a single family or a group of 15.
While the summer lingers and the long daylight hours continue to delight, many people around the country continue to head out of town to baches and beach houses when possible.
ArchitectureNow celebrates all things sea, sand and sun with our pick of the top five beach houses from our archives. Located across New Zealand, these fantastic coastal houses are all odes to the Kiwi summer lifestyle.
1. Tata Beach House by architect Amy Hendry
Simplicity and connection with the surroundings are key elements in this Golden Bay holiday home. Four connecting pods ensure that this house is a place where the clients’ adult children, and their partners and children, can converge at the same time, while still enjoying their own space. More…
2. Ocean Beach House by Malcolm Walker Architects
The informality of the plan and the multiple cosy spots that abound in this beachside home ensure that relaxation and holiday living remain the top priorities. For all its beautiful detailing and thoughtful craftsmanship, this is a fun house that retains a sense of snugness and comfort. More…
3. Kapiti House by Geoff Fletcher Architects
Situated on a small, narrow site, this house was built in two stages with two wings that are connected through a delightful courtyard garden. Each wing faces onto the garden while also enjoying extensive sea views and a plentitude of natural light. More…
4. Pipi Beach House by Geoff Lentz of Antanas Procuta Architects
With only 280m2 to play with and neighbouring houses blocking direct views of the beach, Geoff Lentz has created a sustainable, relaxed home featuring a roof terrace that provides the all-important outdoor living space without compromising interior spaces. More…
5. Hahei Beach House by McCoy + Heine Architects
Designed to accomodate three families, this large house sits directly on the beach and manages to showcase the scenery without compromising privacy. A progression of indoor and outdoor spaces follow the sun throughout the day and offer shelter from the sea breeze in the afternoon. More…
