Cedar Grove is a rural lifestyle home meticulously designed on a lofted, corner section at the fringes of Matakana village. The sleek, minimal home is paired with a naturalistic palette which blends the contemporary mass within its surroundings. Due to the large site area, the design opted for a plan which is “pinched” in its center, creating a double-aspect kitchen and dining area, maximising accessibility to the outdoor while capturing daylight to the heart of the house.

The circulation is centralized by the living amenity spaces, featuring a statement wall which encloses the main living area. Offset corridors pivot away from the entry hall, creating wings that flow into the dorms.