The Cabin

Nestled amongst 50-year-old avocado trees, The Cabin is a beautifully crafted 60m² secondary dwelling designed to deliver generous living within a compact footprint. Our clients’ vision was simple, create a small home with spacious, comfortable living areas that felt open, warm, and connected to its surroundings.

To achieve this, the home was thoughtfully designed and constructed using 140mm thick external walls, providing exceptional insulation, durability, and year-round comfort. Completed in 2020, this project was one of the very first Gardo Group Design & Build homes and helped establish the standard of quality, craftsmanship, and attention to detail that continues to define our work today.

The carefully considered interior layout includes a kitchen with integrated built-in seating that doubles as a dining space, a comfortable lounge, bathroom, and master bedroom complete with a walk-in wardrobe. Every element was intentionally designed to maximise functionality while maintaining a sense of openness and flow throughout the home. A generous 36m² deck further extends the living space outdoors, embracing the Kiwi lifestyle where indoor-outdoor connection is essential.

Externally, the home features a refined combination of NuWall aluminium cladding and natural cedar timber. The NuWall provides a durable, low-maintenance shell, while the cedar introduces warmth and texture as the home is approached from the north. Through thoughtful design, carefully selected materials, and a strong focus on craftsmanship, The Cabin delivers a timeless and functional retreat that sits effortlessly within its natural surroundings.

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