- Project: Brown Vujcich House
- Architect: Bossley Architects
- Location: New Zealand, Auckland
- Year: 2007
- Area: 370 m2
- Photography: Patrick Reynolds
Architectural Excellence on Auckland’s Coastline
The Brown Vujcich House by Bossley Architects is a masterful expression of contemporary New Zealand architecture, set on a spectacular coastal site in Auckland. Designed by the award-winning Pete Bossley, the residence captures expansive ocean views while maintaining privacy and shelter.
Defined by its dramatic cantilevered roof, full-height glazing, and rich use of natural materials, the home seamlessly merges structure and landscape, reflecting a deep understanding of site and context.
Design That Frames Nature
Bossley Architects approached the project with the intent to maximize visual connections to the surrounding terrain and seascape. The home’s architecture is characterized by:
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Long horizontal forms that echo the coastline
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Floor-to-ceiling glass openings that invite the outdoors in
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A floating roof canopy that offers both solar protection and visual drama
The layout is intuitively zoned: public spaces flow toward the view, while private areas are tucked away for calm and intimacy. Outdoor terraces and sheltered courtyards enhance the indoor-outdoor lifestyle so integral to coastal living.
Material Palette and Sustainable Performance
Materiality plays a central role in the home’s identity. Timber cladding links the building to the native landscape, while concrete elements root it to the site’s contours. Internal finishes are equally restrained and tactile, balancing warmth and modernity.
The home employs sustainable strategies such as:
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Passive solar orientation
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Cross-ventilation through operable glazing
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Deep overhangs for shade and thermal comfort
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Use of durable, low-maintenance materials
These features reflect Bossley Architects’ long-standing commitment to environmentally responsive design.
Crafting a Site-Specific Masterpiece
More than just a residence, the Brown Vujcich House by Bossley Architects is a sculptural, context-driven home that elevates everyday living. Every angle, threshold, and material choice reflects a carefully considered response to landscape, light, and lifestyle.
This project continues to be celebrated for its bold form, clarity of detail, and ability to harmonize architecture with nature—a hallmark of Bossley’s practice.
