Home Gymnasium/ Fitness Studio
Set among vintage lemon and camellia trees, this private family gymnasium is partially buried into the ground to sit hidden from the formal walled garden beyond. The sunken aspect gives rise to interesting details: the recycled matai floor folds up the walls to meet the windows and accentuate the depth, and a concrete cantilevered platform and precast step lead one from the stony path outside down into the light filled space.
The membrane roof is gently curved to eliminate the need for gutters – this is carried through to the interior where a curved white ceiling is reflected in the full length mirror wall. Bespoke steel detailing interrupts the mirror to provide a ballet barre, and hi tech systems abound for audio visual, gym equipment and heating and ventilation.
Awarded New Zealand Institute of Architecture Small Project Award, Wellington Region.
