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Housing winners include a Hamilton family home by Mercer and Mercer Architects, described as having “a bit of attitude”. The judges citation said: “A refined palette of materials balances industrial finishes with rhythmic timber, and showcases not only a material sophistication but a deft understanding of light and acoustics; it’s a sensory masterclass.” Simon Wilson Simon Wilson Waipapa, Whangapoua by Strachan Group Architects But not every winner is about sophistication. Waipapa, a farm shed-inspired home by Strachan Group Architects, on a riverbank at Whangapoua beach on the Coromandel Peninsula “responds sympathetically to the landscape beyond”. “Everything is considered, from exceptional detailing to spaces that are both functional and inviting; from multi-use bedrooms to an open-plan entertaining area. Outdoor rooms with screen actuators mimic the ritualistic aspects of camping while retaining access to the comforts of modern livin ....