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Two compact homes squeeze into a tiny Christchurch site
A champion of space-efficient building it was only natural that this young Christchurch designer would build two homes
1 February 2024
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Coll Architecture has designed two compact 74-square-metre homes on a single 300-square-metre Christchurch site, championing high-density urban living. The mirror-image dwellings feature durable materials and an "alpine lodge" aesthetic with ply and timber interiors.
The innovative design is future-proofed, with a foundation on screw piles for easy re-levelling and the ability for the houses to be moved. It also prioritises energy efficiency and smart use of space, creating a successful model for functional, high-density housing.
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