REMARKABLES HOME

This home occupies a stunning site on the western flanks of the Remarkables range, accessed via the Remarkables skifield Road. Baxter Design were involved in the design of the exterior spaces including driveway and bridge layout. Detail design, site planting, pond design including weir and jetty were key points.

The design response sought to minimise 'formal' landscaping design and instead 'fit' the dwelling into the wild landscape it occupies. The pond is reminiscent of an alpine tarn, with minimal intrusion into the surrounding landscape. Materials and planting choice reflects the locality.

Baxter Design group received a national NZILA award for the design.