Maison Noir
Low, grounded form set within the alpine landscape by Architect Stacey Farrell
Arrival sequence defined by solid walls and open sky
Interior spaces opening to expansive alpine views
Continuous glazing framing the surrounding landscape
Refined material palette of concrete and natural finishes
Light and texture shaping a calm interior space
Private spaces with controlled light and outlook
Clean detailing and soft light within a restrained palette
Modern house in Gibbston Valley, Queenstown by Stacey Farrell. Contemporary residential architecture inspired by schist landscape with panoramic mountain views.
Maison Noir is a contemporary house in Gibbston Valley, near Queenstown, set at an elevation of 550 metres between the Nevis Bluff, Crown Range and The Remarkables.
Designed by Stacey Farrell, the house is grounded in the surrounding alpine landscape. The form draws from local schist and rock formations, with layered planes and shifting geometry echoing the terrain.
Materials are restrained and natural, combining concrete, stone and timber in a palette that sits quietly within the environment. The architecture frames expansive views in all directions while maintaining a sense of shelter and privacy.
Interior spaces are calm and minimal, with carefully composed openings connecting to the landscape. The layout balances open living with more intimate zones, creating a home that feels both grounded and refined.
The entry sequence incorporates concrete breeze blocks, forming a layered threshold and referencing familiar local materials in a contemporary way.
Published in NZ Life & Leisure Magazine, 2022.