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The Box Modern style is characterised by large blocks or cube-shaped volumes that are stacked, intersecting, or arranged to form compelling, contemporary residences.
– Hidden roof line
– Bold exterior
– Achromatic colour palette
– Geometric shapes
Products used: Axon™ Panel Brushed Concrete, Axon™ Panel Grooved 133mm and Stria™ Cladding
The clean, vertical lines of one profile on its own like the Stria Cladding 405mm, establish a look of modern simplicity and delivers a bold, industrial feel to your home. A perfect design solution for larger scale walls.
The combination of 200m and 300mm Oblique Weatherboard can be used to create several different patterns. Use your imagination and design an architectural look that’s distinctive, modern and unique to you. Or go really bold and integrate with Stria Cladding for a mixed groove design.
Designing and building a forever home on a budget requires a little “outside the box” thinking, together with some significant forward planning. For new homeowners Kirsty and Tim Walters, achieving their bespoke beachside house in Orewa for the price of a standard design took years of planning.
Products used: Axon Panel.
With its emphasis on practicality and functionality, Mid-Century Modern is seeing a huge resurgence, the modern classic reimagined for 21st century living. The style balances contemporary minimalism with the finesse, intelligence and spirit of Mid-Century Modern architecture and interiors.
– Flat or gently sloped roof
– Exposed structure
– Dominant roof line
– Large windows
Products used: Oblique™ Weatherboard
200mm captures that timeless, classic charm with the added bonus of low maintenance. And it’s an ideal way to make smaller wall spaces look larger.
Or, looking for a modern twist on a classic profile? Go 300mm. Ideal for larger walls, this creates a look that’s confident and contemporary.
When it came to deciding on a look and feel for their home, Mike and Kristina looked to the semi-rural location of their site for inspiration. They decided a “modern country” theme would work best, and set about choosing materials to help them evoke this idea.
Products used: Linea Weatherboard
Japandi brings together the best elements of Scandinavian and Japanese minimalism in a hybrid architectural style, resulting in a simple and elegant home.
– Flat, gabled, hipped or square pyramidal with deep overhangs
– Natural-look exterior
– Earthy colour palette
– Indoor outdoor connection
Products used: Axon™ Panel Grooved 133mm
Using a neutral palette, draw on the environment to create that relaxed holiday feeling.
Vertical panels make straight walls look sleek, clean and modern, but with a call back to that rustic barn feeling the Scandi look epitomises.
This picture perfect home is perched atop Loch Eagles hill in Taupo and combines classic lake-land style and modern architectural thinking. This beautiful, contemporary home makes the most of its wonderful setting and spectacular views over Lake Taupo.
Products used: Hardie Flex Sheet
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The Modern Heritage architectural style elevates traditional homes through sensitive renovation and restoration, with contrast as the defining element.
– Flexible roof
– Design versatility on extension
– Contrasting features
– Maximised natural light
Products used: Stria™ Cladding
Create that relaxed holiday feeling. Add battens, mix up the spacing and draw on the environment with a neutral colour palette.
Vertical panels make straight walls look sleek, clean and modern, but with a call back to that rustic barn feeling the Scandi look epitomises.
This picture perfect home is perched atop Loch Eagles hill in Taupo and combines classic lake-land style and modern architectural thinking. This beautiful, contemporary home makes the most of its wonderful setting and spectacular views over Lake Taupo.
Products used: Hardie Flex Sheet
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Barn homes boast vaulted ceilings, open plan living spaces and bold street presence. A steeply pitched gable roof is a must.
– Steeply pitched roof
– Detailed exterior
– Barn shape
– Large windows
Products used: Axon™ Panel Smooth with Hardie™ Axent™ Trim
Create that relaxed holiday feeling. Add battens, mix up the spacing and draw on the environment with a neutral colour palette.
Vertical panels make straight walls look sleek, clean and modern, but with a call back to that rustic barn feeling the Scandi look epitomises.
This picture perfect home is perched atop Loch Eagles hill in Taupo and combines classic lake-land style and modern architectural thinking. This beautiful, contemporary home makes the most of its wonderful setting and spectacular views over Lake Taupo.
Products used: Hardie Flex Sheet
Inspired by relaxed Kiwi holidays at the beach, the Modern Bach style offers a contemporary take on traditional coastal design with laid-back spaces, modern minimalism and earthy, dark weatherboards.
– Flexible roof
– Weatherboard exterior
– Dark, moody exterior palette
– Indoor outdoor connection
Products used: Linea™ Weatherboard and Oblique™ Weatherboard
Create that relaxed holiday feeling. Add battens, mix up the spacing and draw on the environment with a neutral colour palette.
Vertical panels make straight walls look sleek, clean and modern, but with a call back to that rustic barn feeling the Scandi look epitomises.
This picture perfect home is perched atop Loch Eagles hill in Taupo and combines classic lake-land style and modern architectural thinking. This beautiful, contemporary home makes the most of its wonderful setting and spectacular views over Lake Taupo.
Products used: Hardie Flex Sheet
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A seamless balance of traditional design and contemporary elements, Modern Farmhouse style blends old and new, with a focus on clean lines, open spaces and materiality.
– Farmhouse-inspired architecture
– Contrasting materials
– Neutral colour palette
– Paned windows
Products used: Oblique™ Weatherboard
Create that relaxed holiday feeling. Add battens, mix up the spacing and draw on the environment with a neutral colour palette.
Vertical panels make straight walls look sleek, clean and modern, but with a call back to that rustic barn feeling the Scandi look epitomises.
This picture perfect home is perched atop Loch Eagles hill in Taupo and combines classic lake-land style and modern architectural thinking. This beautiful, contemporary home makes the most of its wonderful setting and spectacular views over Lake Taupo.
Products used: Hardie Flex Sheet
Modern Classic is a contemporary twist
on the elegance of a neoclassical exterior
combined with the natural tones more typical
of Mediterranean style homes, creating a
balance between classic and whimsical.
– Softer exterior textures
– Generous balconies for enhanced outdoor living
– Relaxed and clean lines
– Monochromatic colour palette
Products used: Axon™ Panel Brushed Concrete.
Outdoor spaces feature expansive courtyards, terraces and patios, perfect for entertaining all year round. Interiors feature curvatures, natural light, neutral coloured and textured materials and simple shapes.
Create the look you want. Use Axon™ Panel Brushed Concrete to add soft textures, and greenery to create a resort-style slice of Europe.
