Warren & Mahoney | A stunning home on location in The Chronicles of Narnia

Flockhill Homestead

The Flockhill Homestead, designed by Warren and Mahoney, is located in a picturesque location that was once the filming location for the film adaptation of C.S. Lewis' fantasy novel The Chronicles of Narnia. Located near Arthur Pass in New Zealand's South Island, the residence is a magnificent architectural reference to the rich agricultural history of the site.

The area is known for its array of powdery ski resorts and towering Lake Pearson. The designers created the early habitation of the landscape by adopting a type of architecture composed of heavy masonry elements embedded in the landscape.

The Flockhill Homestead is completely dominated by the landscape, and the scale and majesty of the nearby mountains make it a truly special stay. The most distinctive element around the site is the limestone formation, which inspired the design.

Thick concrete walls align in the view and separate the spaces. The wall was used as a grounding device, adding mass and weight. In terms of color, the concrete walls are poured in thin layers, in tone and texture in keeping with the limestone formations.

A long history of residence and refuge is a factor in the architectural form of Flockhill Homestead. Borrowing from the area's agricultural architecture, it features barn-like sloping roofs towering above heavier masonry elements that materially are closer to the rich geological formations surrounding them, further enhancing the site experience.

Warren and Mahoney's solid weight-to-foundation approach is offset by a lattice wooden roof floating above, and material contrasts are important to create a sense of weightlessness within the building.

By concentrating each dwelling in the space on a distant landscape through detail, the building preserves the historical echoes of the rustic architectural form, but does not blindly associate with historical references. This restrained approach strengthens the connection with the senses and the land.

Material tones function similarly and are intentionally limited to eliminate any interference with the view. Colored concrete is poured in thin layers, with non-reflective glass, wide pallet metal roofs, limestone floors and natural wood used together to amplify the stunning views.

The openness of the structure connects guests to the external landscape while establishing material experience and warmth inside. The boundaries between exterior and interior are deliberately blurred and emphasised the fluid use of space.

Flockhill Homestead is embedded in the rock silhouette, and thanks to the linear orientation of all its rooms, guests can enjoy uninterrupted alpine views.

The terrace extends throughout the building and is protected by a 3.5-meter cantilevered roof, an important design consideration for alpine environments, which require shelter from summer sun and winter snow. The same consideration is given to the spa pool and the adjacent terrace, which also has a conversation area.

Flockhill Homestead was built by Warren and Mahoney with restrained precision, and its dramatic form matches the majestic scenery in front of you. To create an exciting luxury accommodation for the wild and docile soul.

Nestled on 14,500 hectares of elevated land, the design of the Flockhill Homestead is a new chapter in this rich history.

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