b'feature homehistorymakeA new build has a splash of old-world charm thanks to an interior designers colourful touches.W henDavidandKirstyWraightbuilttheir1910s-styleResene Resene ReseneMarlborough villa overlooking an artificial lake, they felt the steep slope needed pathways. Since pathways need destinations, they made a summerhouse. Quarter Kensington Colorwood With its jaunty, shingled peak roof, different-coloured glass panesRice Cake Grey English Walnutsalvaged from a glaziers workshop and a balcony among the upper poplar branches, the summerhouse is like an illustration from a childrens book. Its a perfect place for guests to relax or watch the wildlife on the nearby lake. Opposite: Kirsty and Davids summerhouse is a place for their Inside, upcycled furniture and walls painted in Resene Quarter Riceguests to relax and has been a location for several weddings. Cake provide a light, restful space. The steeply pitched ceiling is chapel- David made the daybed from timber offcuts and the legs are like and stained in Resene Colorwood English Walnut, a bold nut brown.made of old veranda rails painted in Resene Half Rice Cake to The pine timber had quite a lot of colouration, and the treatment ofmatch the walls and ceiling beams. Resene Colorwood English the timber had made it quite pink, says Kirsty. I think if wed goneWalnut on the ceiling creates a striking contrast and Resene with something paler, we wouldnt have the effect we wanted. Sandwisp on the shutters and door adds buttery warmth. Resene Sandwisp, a pale corn-husk yellow, adorns the door andAbove left: Kirsty chose Resene Sandwisp for the door and shutters. The summerhouses exterior is Resene Hi-Glo gloss tinted toshutter details to give the summerhouse a cheerful look thats in Resene Half Rice Cake. tune with the blooming garden. The exterior is painted in Resene The main house, a classic-style villa, sets the sophisticated moodHi-Glo tinted to Resene Half Rice Cake.of the property. Called Willows Green, the home overlooks theAbove: The Resene Sandwisp door was a second-hand find.roses, hydrangeas and azaleas to be enjoyed by guests at the GardenDavid worked with a local glassmaker to install stainedMarlboroughfestival.Theymayassumethehouseisarestoredglass offcuts into the frame. Its a gorgeous contrast to thehomestead, but its just five years old. Through their business, DavidResene Half Rice Cake walls.Wraight Cottages, David and Kirsty have been creating classic-styleall the small thingshomes for 20 years, presenting vintage charm with the light and year-round comfort of modern homes. Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are small, self-contained living But even if a house differs in style from its neighbours, it must fit in.units, such as sleepouts or granny flats, usually on the same lot as the main house. With houses in short supply, ADUs are Communities look best when their houses blend aesthetically withgaining popularity as homeowners look for options for each other, David says. Kirsty chose Resene Kensington Grey forgrowing families or as additional income as an Airbnb. Willows Greens exterior walls to complement the neighbouringRegulations and consents for ADUs may vary from council to homes. I wanted a true grey, not a blue-grey or lavender grey thatcouncil, so check local guidelines before finalising your plans.would throw another colour, she says. Paints often look different inReseneResene different lighting as they pick up nuances of the colour. Sandwisp Half Rice Cake18 19'