Photography courtesy of Mary Gaudin and Sam Hartnett as noted.
Since changing hands in 2009, the Ballantyne House, a midcentury modern house in Christchurch, New Zealand, has experienced a landscape makeover. Owners Kristina Pickford and Michael Wolfe have cultivated the garden, working with local experts to preserve the natural integrity of the property. Come with us on a tour.
A steel architect-designed gate.
The house was designed to have a strong relationship with its setting.
New Zealand natives and stone pavers accent the small outbuilding.
An abundant vegetable garden features espaliered heritage apples and pears.
The semi-detached study functions as an office or guest room.
The interior of the semi-detached outbuilding.
A steel cantilevered pergola creates a sheltered hallway and patio.
The perimeter of the house is surrounded by a herringbone brick path.