Cardrona River Terrace House
Wānaka’s second Homestar 8-rated home – built for performance, comfort, and a lifetime of resilience.
Level Construction – Wānaka Building Project
BUILT TO LAST. BUILT TO PERFORM.
At Level Construction, we are proud to present the Cardrona River Terrace House – a new home build that raises the bar for sustainable residential construction in Wānaka.
Designed by Chaney & Norman Architects and completed in 2023, this home earned a Homestar 8 rating, making it only the second property in Wānaka to reach this standard. It’s a result that doesn’t happen by accident. It’s the product of careful material selection, exacting construction methodology, and a build team that understands high-performance homes from the ground up.
Positioned above the Cardrona River on a northwest-facing slope, the home takes full advantage of its orientation. Deep eaves and precisely calculated shading welcome winter sun and block summer heat – passive design working in harmony with the landscape. Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs), triple glazing, and a thermally broken raft foundation work together to maintain stable indoor temperatures year-round, without over-reliance on mechanical heating or cooling.
An 8kW solar system with battery storage supports energy self-sufficiency, and the wide valley views connect the interior to one of Wānaka’s most striking natural corridors.
This is a home built to be lived in for generations – a true forever home that performs as well as it looks.
As NZ Master Builders, every Level Construction project is backed by the Master Build 10-Year Guarantee.
Photo credits: Mickey Ross
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