Iconic. Innovative. Unforgettable.
Earthship Te Timatanga “New Beginnings” is one of New Zealand's most celebrated examples of sustainable architecture. A pioneering home that reimagines what modern living can be. This extraordinary Coromandel property was conceived not simply as a house, but as a complete living system, designed to work in harmony with nature while providing exceptional comfort, beauty and self-sufficiency.
Positioned on a north-facing terrace in the beautiful Puketui Valley, the Earthship grants commanding views of the Pinnacles and Coromandel Ranges. Built according to Earthship principles, the four-bedroom residence combines natural and recycled materials, passive solar design and innovative water and energy systems to create a home that is both deeply practical and profoundly inspiring.
The home's north-facing orientation maximises solar gain, drawing winter sunlight deep into the living spaces through expansive glazing. This warmth is captured by the substantial thermal mass of the earth-filled walls, which slowly absorb, store and release heat over time. The result is a highly effective natural climate control, creating stable, comfortable interior temperatures throughout the seasons.
A lush indoor growing corridor forms a living connection between spaces, bringing light, greenery and life into the daily experience of the house. This is architecture with a story, where every surface reflects creativity, purpose and a commitment to building sustainably.
For those seeking more than just another beautiful home, Te Timatanga offers something far rarer: a compelling vision of how the future of living might look.
Positioned on a north-facing terrace in the beautiful Puketui Valley, the Earthship grants commanding views of the Pinnacles and Coromandel Ranges. Built according to Earthship principles, the four-bedroom residence combines natural and recycled materials, passive solar design and innovative water and energy systems to create a home that is both deeply practical and profoundly inspiring.
The home's north-facing orientation maximises solar gain, drawing winter sunlight deep into the living spaces through expansive glazing. This warmth is captured by the substantial thermal mass of the earth-filled walls, which slowly absorb, store and release heat over time. The result is a highly effective natural climate control, creating stable, comfortable interior temperatures throughout the seasons.
A lush indoor growing corridor forms a living connection between spaces, bringing light, greenery and life into the daily experience of the house. This is architecture with a story, where every surface reflects creativity, purpose and a commitment to building sustainably.
For those seeking more than just another beautiful home, Te Timatanga offers something far rarer: a compelling vision of how the future of living might look.
Key features
Views
Breathtaking views stretch across the Hikuai Valley under the Pinnacles and the endless native bush
Architectural
Designed to sit gently within its surroundings, the main residence is both bold and beautifully unconventional
Privacy
For those accustomed to choice, true privacy, space and authenticity have become among life's greatest luxuries
