Open Christchurch 2025: Sandhill House

OPEN CHRISTCHRUCH 2025: Sandhill House

Architect: Max Warren, 2022

Where: Waikuku Beach (The address will be sent to registered attendees)

Head across the Waimakariri River to experience this beachside timber treasure. Its open plan is efficient and highly liveable, while the design celebrates the simple elegance of natural light and materials, invigorated by bolts of colour. Find out more from the architect who resides here. Allow 30 mins travel from the city centre and 45 mins for the experience. $5 + BFs.

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Saturday 3 May: 10 & 11am, 1 & 2pm

Tours on the hour with limited numbers, bookings essential

Important things to know when visiting Sandhill House

• This site is step free
• Places to sit and rest inside building
  
• For more information regarding accessibility, feel free to contact us at openchch@teputahi.org.nz.
• Photography is permitted at this site

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About Open Christchurch:

2-4 May 2025

Open Christchurch is a one-weekend-only festival of exceptional architecture. It’s for everyone in Ōtautahi Christchurch. Building owners/kaitiaki will literally open their doors so you can experience great design from the inside

Uncover new spaces or get up close to the buildings you love. With 50+ buildings and 5 guided walks to choose from, you’ll discover your city in a new way.

Visit openchch.nz for more information.

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Photo by Christoper Collie