The Cube House
The Cube House is a contemporary residential interior shaped by restraint, material precision and a clear spatial idea: to soften a bold cubic architectural shell into a warm and enduring family home.
The design responds to the house’s strong rectilinear geometry by introducing a sequence of calibrated thresholds. A sculptural stair and raised stone plinth anchor the ground floor, connecting entry, kitchen and upper-level circulation while creating a more memorable sense of arrival and movement. Curved glass, rounded stone edges and filtered daylight bring human scale to the architecture without weakening its clarity.
The project is elevated through integration rather than decoration. Storage, seating, lighting, display, appliances and circulation are embedded into the architecture, reducing visual noise and supporting a more effortless way of living. Durable materials, controlled detailing and a consistent spatial language give the home long-term value beyond trend.
The Cube House softens a bold cubic shell through stone, oak, glass and crafted thresholds, creating a warm, enduring family interior.
The Cube House transforms a strong architectural envelope into a refined, functional and deeply liveable interior: a home where cubic strength is balanced by softness, precision and everyday ritual.
2026 NZ Best Design Awards — Finalist, Residential Interior Architecture & Interior Design
Photography: Nat Spada