West Belt.

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Modern house with wooden paneling, large glass windows, a gray garage door, a yellow front door, and a landscaped front yard with grass, rocks, and a small tree.
Modern single-story house with wooden and gray exterior, large glass windows, and a green lawn in front.
Close-up of a modern interior ceiling with a linear light fixture and white walls.
Modern house exterior with a yellow door, large glass windows, wooden and concrete siding, small landscaped area, and a young tree with reddish leaves.
A small tree planted in gravel between a concrete sidewalk and a modern building with wood and metal siding, large windows, and a glass door.
Close-up of modern house exterior showing a black overhang, a wooden beam, a glass window, and a concrete block wall against a clear blue sky.
Modern house with wooden and concrete exterior, large glass windows, and rocks in the front yard
Modern house with a flat, sloped roof, wooden panel walls, a black garage door, a yellow front door, and large glass windows, with a small lawn and concrete driveway.
Modern house with wooden and concrete exterior, black garage door, glass entrance, small trees, and manicured lawn.
Open-concept living room and kitchen with large sliding glass door showing a backyard.
Modern house exterior with a view of the interior kitchen and dining area through large glass windows, featuring wooden floors, a dining table with chairs, and contemporary lighting during dusk.
Modern house with large glass sliding door, wooden paneling, and landscaped yard with rocks and grass
View of a modern interior dining and living area through a large glass window, with a dining table and black chairs, a contemporary chandelier, a kitchen island with a sink, and large windows showing an outdoor yard during dusk.
Modern house with wooden exterior, large glass sliding doors, interior living room with leather couch, and outdoor patio with grass and concrete.
Modern house exterior with wooden siding, sliding glass door showing bedroom, small trees, and outdoor lighting
Modern house with large glass windows revealing a living room with brown and black sofas, a small table, and a view of the interior kitchen and dining area at dusk.
Modern house exterior with a concrete wall on the left and a wooden facade on the right, featuring a sliding glass door next to a small interior bedroom visible through the door. The scene is taken during evening with outdoor lighting.
Modern house exterior with wooden siding, concrete accents, glass sliding doors, and small landscaped area with young trees.
Open-plan living room and kitchen with modern furniture, large windows, and wooden flooring.
Modern house with wooden and concrete exterior, glass sliding doors, small trees, and a grassy yard under a clear blue sky.
Modern single-story house with a black garage door, wooden siding, large glass windows, and a small front yard with grass and a young tree.
Modern house with a garage, large glass windows, wooden siding, a small front lawn, and a mailbox number 79.
Interior ceiling with a straight, white LED light fixture and a column at the corner of a room

  • The West Belt residence by Archco is a contemporary home that strikes a balance between urban edge and warm, grounded materials. Its compact, low-profile form is both modest and confident, presenting a modern take on suburban living. Timber cladding, dark accents, and clean lines give it a striking curb appeal, while the house opens into light-filled, comfortable interiors designed for family life and entertaining.

  • Archco has made clever use of volume, orientation, and materials to ensure privacy without sacrificing openness. The home’s layout wraps around a central outdoor area, creating a private courtyard feel while allowing natural light to pour in from multiple angles. Creative use of vertical timber slats and in-situ concrete adds texture and architectural rhythm. Sliding glass doors and large windows blend inside and out seamlessly, creating flow and visual connection throughout the home.

  • The interior is grounded in simplicity, with a restrained palette of light walls, timber floors, and black fittings that echo the exterior detailing. Spaces feel generous and open, thanks to high ceilings, smart spatial planning, and wide openings to the outdoors. The kitchen is minimalist yet welcoming, acting as the heart of the home, with views extending straight through to the living and dining areas. Furniture choices lean soft and inviting — plush sofas, timber dining tables, and modern lighting all contribute to the home’s cohesive, calm atmosphere.

  • Located - Rangiora 

    Completed - 2022

    Photography - Stephen Goodenough

    Crafted by - @dgi.morganltd