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Storm Cottage by Feanor HayIt takes a certain kind of sensitivity to design a <a href="http://inhabitat.com/tag/fearon-hay-architects/">country home that is both rustic and modern</a>, but <a href="http://fearonhay.com/residential/storm-cottage#">Fearon Hay</a> has a lot of experience striking such a fine balance. Located on the eastern side of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_Barrier_Island">New Zealand's Great Barrier Island</a>, the self-sustaining Storm Cottage operates entirely off-the-grid. Powered by the sun and protected by it with a series of operable metal screens, the north-facing home stays cool in summer and warm in winter.1
Storm Cottage by Feanor HayViews like that aren't easy to come by anymore!2
Storm Cottage by Feanor HayFearon Hay strikes the perfect balance between rustic and contemporary with this timber cottage in Australia3
Storm Cottage by Feanor HayThe black exterior cladding contrasts beautifully with the surroundings4
Storm Cottage by Feanor HayWe have two words for you: elegant relaxation!5
Storm Cottage by Feanor HayThe interior furnishings are simple but fresh6
Storm Cottage by Feanor HayThe metal shutters can close all the way if need be7
