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Altherm Design Series

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The Altherm Design Series gives us a glimpse into the vision behind recent home designs. We learn how these Kiwi homes came to be and why the people who live there love it so much. We speak with those on both sides of the project to understand the needs, wants and solutions employed. Altherm Design Series is brought to you by Altherm Window Systems. New episodes are produced in collaboration with Simon Farrell-Green, editor of Here magazine.

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Beautiful constraints | with Evelyn McNamara 09.12.2020 25:09

If an architect were to conjure up their ‘model client’, the couple behind this Grey Lynn villa renovation wouldn’t be far off. Listen in as HERE editor, Simon Farrell-Green, speaks with architect Evelyn McNamara about designing a modern extension for a house rooted in history. See more from this home: altherm.co.nz/beautifulconstraints

Fully engaged | with Sam Atcheson 19.10.2020 18:04

When a young family beats a retreat from the city, the step into rural life is about simplicity. But this family also sought quality. Not long after returning from a cycling trip around Europe, the former Wellingtonians realised how little they needed to get by. Beyond the essentials, the rest becomes accessory to a cumbersome, less meaningful existence. Learn more about this home: altherm.co.nz/f...

City limits | with Richard Furze 26.08.2019 13:54

In this episode of Altherm Design Series, Richard Furze speaks with Nick Holcroft about his deceptively simple, spacious house that fits neatly on the 400m2 urban site. Visit www.altherm.co.nz to see photos and video of Nick's house.

One out of the box | with Richard Furze 17.02.2019 7:33

In this episode of Altherm Design Series, Richard Furze speaks with Jeff and Adele who left the city for wide open spaces. They designed their new home to embrace their new location and all that it offers. Visit www.altherm.co.nz to see photos of Jeff and Adele's house.

The black barn on the hill | with Richard Furze 04.02.2019 7:47

In this episode of Altherm Design Series, Richard Furze speaks with Anna Stove in her picturesque courtyard. Anna had a vision of building a barn-like home that flows onto a central courtyard so she designed it herself. Visit www.altherm.co.nz to see photos of Anna's house.