This Ian Athfield 1968 house is a rare Christchurch example of his residential work, designed for his school rowing coach. Before Athfield came to prominence in Wellington, he’d spent time under the tutelage of Miles Warren and the influence in this early work is obvious.
…continue reading 35a St Martins Rd. Jones House. Ian Athfield.
This home and studio, designed in 1951 by Stewart Minson was recently advertised for sale as a ‘redevelopment’ opportunity and sadly demolished. Stewart Minson designed many modernist homes in Christchurch during the 1950s and 60s and later teamed up with Holger Henning-Hansen to design the NZIA National Award winning CSA building.
…continue reading Mt Pleasant Rd. Malcolm House. Stewart Minson.
Two simple houses built on a single section by Nicholas Kennedy in 1974: a one bedroom home on the front of the section for his parents and directly behind, an almost identical version for himself. At the time, Nicholas was an exciting young talent at Warren and Mahoney and designed some standout buildings during the early 70s.
…continue reading 38 Webb St. Kennedy House. Nicholas Kennedy.
Don Cowey was one of the architects who collectively developed the Christchurch Style in the 1960s. This lovely little house is where he lives today used to live and rests on a concrete block base, a nice reference to the old times.
…continue reading 38 Raekura Pl. Cowey House. Don Cowey.
Hello 1961. This has to be one of Christchurch’s nicest houses and departed from the trademark steep pitch Warren & Mahoney gables in response to the Hill site. Split levels separate living and sleeping areas using king-size double chimneys and a central staircase to great effect.
…continue reading 2 Hilltop Ln. M J W Davis House. Warren & Mahoney.
