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Erewhon Hut (Mt Potts)

  • Architect: Rafe Maclean Architects
  • Builder: Ethos Homes
  • Engineer: Engco
Canterbury's newest alpine ski touring hut
  • Built to withstand 1.5m snow loading
  • Engineered to endure 300km/hr winds
  • 46m2 living space
  • Coloursteel cladding

Erewhon Hut sits high in the Southern Alps, at 1,750m, on the southern end of the Arrowsmith Ranges. Built to endure extreme alpine conditions—1.5m snow loads and 300km/h winds—this rugged yet cozy retreat is a haven for ski tourers, mountain bikers and hikers.

Prefabricated in our Christchurch workshop, the hut’s panels were transported to Erewhon Station and airlifted by helicopter to the remote site, where it was assembled on location.

Designed for comfort and resilience, the hut features two separate sleeping areas, each accommodating six, separated by a central foyer. Both sides have their own fireplace and gas cooker, providing warmth and convenience-making it the perfect base for backcountry adventures.

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We started Ethos to help people like you, people like us, who want to live in a warm, dry, healthy home.

So how do you know you are getting what you paid for? We have assembled a dream team- an experienced Passive House designer, engineer and MVHR specialist. We also use local suppliers and sub-trades who have lots of experience with us on Passive House projects. Projects are energy modelled in design stage, and reviewed during construction. Blower door tests are used to measure airtightness. And Certification provides an independent, third-party review, it is the assurance that you get the home you paid for.
Ethos Homes are qualified, experienced and proven, we will deliver on the home you want.

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