Ballantyne House, Wānaka

Ballantyne House near Wānaka was designed by Sorted Architecture for a busy family seeking a traditional yet functional home. The exterior cladding combines bevel-back macrocarpa weatherboards, schist, and Hinuera stone, creating a timeless, rustic aesthetic. Nestled on a lifestyle block, the house takes full advantage of its stunning 360-degree views, with expansive windows that bring […]
Hammock Ridge, Queenstown

This architectural project in Queenstown combines traditional 19th Century Central Otago house-building with American mountain retreat and European country house styles. The three-bedroom house with a separate garage was originally designed for a different location but was modified to fit the clients’ dream lifestyle block in the hills above Lake Wakatipu. The house’s exterior is […]
Urban Grind, Wānaka
Bistro Gentil, Wānaka
Kane House

This home, designed for a busy family of four boys, is a warm contemporary retreat defined by natural materials and strong architectural flow. Clad in vertical random-width cedar shiplap and schist stone, it balances texture, durability, and refined simplicity. Expansive views stretch from the Cardrona Valley to Lake Hāwea and the surrounding mountains. Thoughtfully planned, […]
Elderberry Crescent, Wanaka

A contemporary family home in Wānaka architecturally designed for busy everyday living, with a warm, relaxed feel. Set beside open parkland and framed by mountain views, the house uses a simple, durable palette of horizontal cedar weatherboards and board-formed concrete. Generous glazing connects the interior to outdoor spaces, creating an easy flow between home life, […]