The house sits in a new hilltop subdivision and is surrounded by a mishmash of architectural styles and quality, yet has breathtaking views west over the Waimea Inlet to the Richmond Ranges. The garage acts as a privacy screen, lending intrigue to the house behind.  Flanking steps descend to a simple entry where the house and views unravel. Internal and external living areas are arranged to screen neighbours and allow regular external use on a very windy site. The roof and eucalypt ceilings are pitched to the view and to capture light.  Kitchen, dining and living are open plan, connected by a plywood ceiling spine.  Intermittent timber walls and screens are layered to provide identity to linked living spaces.