Tennent + Brown Architects

New Zealand

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PROFILE

Ewan Brown joined Hugh Tennent’s existing practice in 2003 to form Tennent + Brown Architects. The two architects obtained their architectural degrees from Victoria University and Auckland University respectively before setting off to work for different New Zealand practices; eventually joining forces. Focusing on residential projects, but also working on community and commercial commissions, the practice seeks to innovate, to fulfil each project’s vision and to use quality architecture to clarify function through design. Aiming to employ more sustainable systems in their coming projects, the architects also hope to use their skills in different areas of culture and in enhancing their country’s urban environment. The pair draws inspiration from many and varied sources: 'local and regional cultural expression, design from other nations of similar climate and scale and the developing world, as well as leading thinkers like the American author Ken Wibler.'

Otaki River House

Taking its name from its location – on a river terrace overlooking the Otaki River, near Washington, New Zealand – Tennent and Brown’s house is orientated so that it can make the most of the sweeping views towards the coastal bush clad ranges and plains. Clean and simple in its design, the house provides communal and personal spaces around a central sheltered deck. Most of the material required for its construction can be locally sourced or produced; laminated veneer lumber panels are alternated with double-glazing. Solar panels support the structure’s energy needs and roof water is collected for use in the house and garden.


http://www.tennentbrown.co.nz

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