Responding to the constraints of a long narrow site, this beguiling house settles into the landscape. Innovative detailing and meticulous craftsmanship give new personality to traditional materials. Timber weatherboards, concrete paving slabs and slatted timber not only reflect the bach tradition but create a sense of surprise and delight. A screen of mature pōhutukawa reveals the changing ocean view as you progress through the house. The plan and placement of openings create opportunities for both social gatherings and quiet reflection.