modern new zealand lifestyle home simple gable form retain original house shape and proportions light vertical board and batten cladding in a soft warm white with subtle texture not bright white light natural timber feature gable ends contrasting dark metal roof dark aluminium joinery clean contemporary detailing clearly defined front entry with simple pathway and reduced planting near the doorway restrained modern new zealand landscaping with fewer plant species and more spacing natural grouping of plants focus on flaxes native grasses and one flowering kowhai tree minimal red kakabeak accents used sparingly cabbage trees placed selectively some natural rock elements soft lawn and gravel balance warm golden hour lighting with soft shadows and gentle highlights calm and cohesive composition high quality realistic architectural render natural materials refined and intentional design aesthetic
