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Building a Stunning Shed House in New Zealand
Find out how old farm buildings can actually make the perfect home.
24 June 2024
A mix of original and new features in this converted shearing shed by architect Ben Daly serve to pay homage to the building’s origins while also updating it for modern-day living. Image: Sam Hartnett
Poly-carbonate sheeting replaces the original end wall, permitting diffused light to illuminate the new kitchen space in this shed house by architect Ben Daly. Image: Sam Hartnett
Drawing inspiration from the Kiwi shed vernacular, this new-build beach house dubbed ‘Offset Shed House’ by Irving Smith Architects, celebrates the simplified living and minimal styling that make shed houses a popular choice.
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