106 | Stroud Homes Queenstown Lakes BUILDING 24 McNulty Road, Cromwell - Ph 03 445 1619 Homewares T T Alexia Anderson Alpine dream home becoming reality The home is now fully enclosed, with the roof and windows installed and plumbing and electrical work underway. An alpine-style home taking shape in Cardrona, near Wanaka, is showcasing Stroud Homes Queenstown Lakes’ ability to turn dreams into reality. The Lee Avenue property is progressing well, with director Aaron Shaw placing a strong emphasis on creating a home that aligns with its environment and the way its owners want to live. “The Lee Avenue project is a new alpine-style home we’re building in Cardrona, featuring natural materials, including schist and cedar that reflect the surrounding landscape,” says Aaron. The home is now fully enclosed, with the roof and windows installed and plumbing and electrical work underway. Insulation will be the next step, followed by the interior linings and the internal fit-out as the home begins to take further shape. Designed with Cardrona’s alpine climate in mind, the layout, materials and overall design have been carefully thought out to create a warm and practical home that sits naturally within its surroundings. Aaron says one of the home’s standout features is the use of schist, which flows from the exterior through into the interior, creating a strong connection between the two spaces. “The cedar raked ceilings are another key feature, adding warmth and character while really complementing the Cardrona setting.” Working closely with the owners has been central to the project, with their lifestyle, priorities and budget helping shape the design. “We’ve worked closely with the owners from the beginning to understand how they want to live in the home, the features that are important to them and where they want to invest their budget.” Aaron says the aim has been on bringing those ideas together into a design that delivers what the owners want while remaining practical and within budget. Building in Cardrona also brings its own challenges, particularly given the alpine environment and its impact on weather, temperatures and construction timing. Aaron says careful planning, along with working with experienced local trades and suppliers, helps keep projects progressing despite those conditions. As a Stroud Homes builder and director, Aaron remains involved throughout the entire process, from initial discussions around design and budget through to construction and handover. Maintaining a personal relationship with clients and keeping them informed throughout the build is also an important part of his approach. For homeowners across Queenstown Lakes and Central Otago, Aaron says warm, energy-efficient homes that make the most of the region’s views, sunshine and outdoor lifestyle are top priorities. Indoor-outdoor flow, practical layouts and homes capable of performing well through colder winters are also important, alongside certainty around cost and clear communication. That focus on communication is paramount to Aaron’s philosophy, with honesty, reliability and attention to detail supporting the client’s overall experience. “Building a home is a big investment, so we want our clients to feel comfortable asking questions, know exactly where their project is at and have confidence that we’ll be honest and upfront with them — even when there are challenges to work through.” Aaron joined Stroud Homes, welcoming the benefit of working within a local business, along with the systems, experience and support of an established building group. For clients, this provides structured processes, clearer pricing, regular progress communication and quality checks, while ensuring direct access to a local team. “Our ambition is to continue growing Stroud Homes Queenstown Lakes into one of the region’s most trusted residential building businesses, while never losing the personal service and attention to detail that got us here,” Aaron says. Central Lakes Plumbing & Gas Limited is a family owned business located in Central Otago. We provide efficient, high quality and reliable plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying services. We value client relationships and pride ourselves on our ability to be versatile and to always provide quality workmanship for all jobs. Our hardworking team looks forward to working with you. Proudly Supporting Stroud Homes Contact Us 021 247 7223 damen@clpg.nz
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