The North America Series • Video Feature • Built into the landscape and around the edges of a meadow, Ramirez Residence by Norman Miller Architects and Judith Sheine Architect was designed to preserve local views and communal spaces. Based on the design principles and ideas of Alfred Boeke, the home is similar in appearance to that of weathered barns with slopping roofs. Additionally, the home is made out of local timber and made to withstand the harsh climate. Head to the link in bio to watch t

Habitats: Forest • Video Feature • Kawakawa House by @herbstarchitects is an homage to its natural heritage. To really appreciate the home, one must first understand its inspiration – a landscape characterised by its raw splendour. The site’s stunning forest of pōhutukawa establishes the tone for the design – both inside and out. Watch the full video on The Local Project or read Kawakawa House by Herbst Architects on The Local Project or in our book, Habitats. Photography by @samuel_hartnett. Ar