BACKCOUNTRY STUDIO

  • Selecting a type of foundation: a simple guide

    Selecting the correct type of foundation for your house is an essential part of the design process. We can guide our clients to choose the optimum option for their specific situation. In New Zealand, two main foundation types are typically used: piles and concrete slab. These can be further divided into sub-categories. There are a…

  • Think compact

    Customers are often asking us what are the best cost effective ways to reduce the energy consumption in their new home. With new materials and new technologies, finding the best compromises could be confusing. At Backcountry Studio, we believe an energy efficient home always starts with a simple compact design. It is quite common to…