Tata Beach House

Tata Beach House by JTB Architects

Tata Beach House

Positioned directly on the beachfront in the small holiday community of Tata Beach, the brief for this home called for a relaxed family bach where sandy feet would be welcome.

Faced with a prevailing sea breeze, the design addresses the need for shelter and privacy, while maintaining access to the site’s stunning view to the north-west across Golden Bay.

The resulting design consists of two offset volumes, with bedrooms grouped on the southern side, and the combined living, dining and kitchen space advancing toward the beach on the northern side of the site.

The split form of the building creates a sheltered courtyard in the north-eastern corner of the site, protected from the sea breeze. Expansive glazing in the open plan living area between the courtyard and the beach allows for views through to the water.

Shaded by a mature Pohutakawa, and shielded from the road by a garage, this generous space allows for private outdoor living throughout summer when the beach becomes a popular holiday destination.

 

The courtyard at Tata Beach House by JTB Architects is protected from the prevailing sea breeze by the living area positioned in front.
Tata Beach House by JTB Architects
Tata Beach House by JTB Architects

In the open plan living area, large opposing sliding doors create a flowing space and allow the house to be opened up regardless of the direction of the wind.

Decks to both sides provide options for sun or shade, depending on the time of day, with verandahs used to create shaded outdoor spaces, as well as delineate the entrance to the house.

Tata Beach House by JTB Architects
Tata Beach House by JTB Architects

The roof form in the living area lifts to the east, allowing year-round morning sun to reach into the space over the top of the neighbouring properties.

Hardwood Kwila floors are used throughout create a low maintenance holiday home designed for relaxation.

Tata Beach House by JTB Architects

Externally, glulam posts are faced with cedar to weather gracefully in the coastal environment, with Corten plates detailing joints.

Kwila decking continues the robust and relaxed palette of natural timbers used throughout the home.

Tata Beach House by JTB Architects
Tata Beach House by JTB Architects

Client: Private

Location: Golden Bay

Status: Completed 2014

David Jerram, JTB Architects

David Jerram

Consultant, Architect

Nelson, Wānaka

Karl Vercoe, JTB Architects

Karl Vercoe

Senior Architectural Designer

Nelson