Richardson Street

With colonial houses surrounding it, Foothold Developments felt it important this home fit architecturally into the feel of the Nelson area in which it is located.

Future-proofing,to the developers, meant not only a home that would function well, but one that would also remain aesthetically pleasing as the decades pass.

Throughout the three bedroom home, space has been utilised to the maximum, with plenty of unobtrusive storage space. Double glazing, solar energy heat pumps and solar heated hot water were chosen to futureproof this home and capitalise on the citys reputation as the sunniest in New Zealand.

With thrift and practicality in mind, water from the roof is redirected into two holding tanks and subsequently used for irrigation.

The kitchen has been designed for maximum efficiency and boasts one of the best views of the Cut and Nelsons beaches, a vista full of the lively comings and goings of the haven.

"We always knew what we wanted but not exactly how to achieve it. This was accomplished by Foothold and our architects listening to us and building us the house that we wanted. At all stages we were consulted and kept informed."