exterior perspective from within central courtyard of contemporary new zealand residential timber building camera positioned at ground level capturing the u shaped or enclosed courtyard space formed by surrounding residential units architectural elements two story timber framed residential building wrapping around courtyard exposed timber structure clearly visible heavy timber posts timber beams timber louvre screens on upper levels timber cladding sections showing natural grain black metal roof with deep overhangs angular geometric forms exposed timber rafter ends visible underneath upper level features private balconies decks with timber balustrades and screens ground floor units have large sliding glass doors with black aluminum frames opening to courtyard timber framed entries small private deck patio areas building forms the backdrop wrapping left center and right of frame creating enclosed communal courtyard courtyard central space main focus following pinterest reference large shared residential courtyard 20 30m wide with lush naturalistic landscape meandering concrete pathways light grey smooth finish with gentle curves creating circulation through the space abundant native and subtropical planting mature trees providing dappled shade pohutukawa kowhai natives understory shrubs ferns ponga mamaku native grasses mixed planting creating layers natural rock features and boulders scattered organically through landscape small water feature or stream with natural stone edges following pinterest reference aesthetic raised planting beds with timber or stone edges pockets of lawn areas between planted zones garden furniture simple timber benches outdoor seating areas stepping stones through planted areas very naturalistic organic feel not formal or manicured people and activity casual cozy residential life 6 8 residents of various ages interacting casually with the space young couple sitting on steps chatting parent with child exploring the plantings child crouching near water feature teenager reading on timber bench under tree two adults having coffee on their ground floor deck patio someone tending to plants in raised bed person walking along pathway natural relaxed residential activities not overly cultural or ceremonial just everyday cozy living mix of ages and demographics casual comfortable clothing sense of community but personal space respected lighting and atmosphere late afternoon golden hour light 4 5pm warm soft sunlight filtering through tree canopy creating beautiful dappled light patterns across courtyard gentle shadows from timber structure and trees warm glow on timber building elements atmospheric quality with slight haze or softness cozy intimate peaceful residential atmosphere materials and details warm honey to medium brown timber throughout structure and cladding black metal roofing corrugated or standing seam light grey concrete pathways natural stone boulders in earthy tones lush green planting dominating palette glass reflections showing surrounding greenery timber decks on ground floor units contemporary residential detailing composition wide angle showing full courtyard space from one end looking across toward opposite building wing buildings frame left and right edges central courtyard space dominates middle of frame trees and planting create layered depth people scattered throughout at various distances sense of enclosure and community scale and proportion residential scale building approximately 6 7m tall two stories intimate courtyard proportions human scaled spaces generous but not institutional cozy and welcoming render style photorealistic architectural visualization rich natural textures warm color palette dominated by timber tones and lush greenery soft natural lighting subtle depth of field atmospheric and inviting residential architecture photography aesthetic cozy livable aspirational but real
