modern new zealand architectural home retain exact original house geometry proportions rooflines garage placement entry position and window layout with no structural changes maintain the same camera angle and perspective the main front entry must be clearly visible beside the garage preserve the recessed entry alcove with a defined front door door frame and readable entrance space ensure the doorway is clearly identifiable from this angle do not remove flatten or interpret the entry as shadow or wall maintain depth and shadow within the entry recess so it reads as a functional entrance upgrade exterior materials to a refined landmark homes aesthetic apply a balanced palette of warm vertical timber cladding in natural cedar tones contrasting dark charcoal vertical cladding and light textured plaster elements include a feature natural stone chimney in soft grey tones refine the garage fa ade to match the home with a clean modern flush panel garage door in a complementary colour maintain simplicity and cohesion with the main house enhance glazing with large black aluminium framed windows and sliding doors ensuring a crisp premium finish add subtle architectural timber slat detailing near the entry to create depth without changing structure landscape using modern new zealand planting restrained architectural composition with grasses low shrubs and structured planting beds avoid tropical or palm style planting use natural textures such as gravel stone edging and simple lawn areas
