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Superstar Architect and TV presenter George Clarke LOVES New Zealand!

August 13, 2025 / 00:53

This episode covers architecture in New Zealand, the beauty of the landscape, and personal reflections on favorite locations. Key discussions include insights on self-built projects, off-grid buildings from the 70s and 80s, and the importance of blending architecture with nature.

The guest shares experiences filming various architectural styles across New Zealand, highlighting both expensive and affordable buildings. They emphasize the connection between architecture and the stunning natural environment.

Specific locations mentioned include the Coromandel and Marlborough Sounds, with the guest expressing admiration for their beauty. The episode captures the essence of New Zealand's green landscapes and the skill of local architects.

TLDR

The episode highlights New Zealand's architecture and stunning landscapes, featuring personal reflections on favorite locations.

Episode

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I've filmed some pretty incredible pieces of architecture in New Zealand in the last four weeks. And some of them
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have been quite expensive buildings and others have been very very affordable buildings like self-built projects that
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were done a few years ago. Outstanding really. And some buildings that were built in the 70s and 80s that were very
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very off-grid on an island back in the day. I just think you've got this amazing connection with landscape and
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nature here. You've got such a beautiful country. I was flying back from Marra
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Sounds last night. I just looked out the window and I was just thinking this this
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place is just green. you know, green, green, green, green, green, beautifully green. And I think your architects are
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very good. They've got a really good touch and I think they see the importance of designing something to
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blend in with nature. >> What is your favorite place in the init? >> Ooh, that's too difficult. I think uh I
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mean I love the Coramandal. Beautiful coastline. I always put Malra Sounds right up there and I left there
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yesterday and I even did a piece of camera saying it's one of the most beautiful places I've been to in my

Episode Highlights

  • Incredible Architecture in New Zealand
    Exploring the blend of expensive and affordable architecture across the country.
    “Some buildings that were built in the 70s and 80s that were very off-grid.”
    @ 00m 16s
    August 13, 2025
  • The Beauty of Coromandel
    A personal favorite location known for its stunning coastline.
    “I love the Coromandal. Beautiful coastline.”
    @ 00m 43s
    August 13, 2025

Episode Quotes

  • This place is just green, you know, green, beautifully green.
    Superstar Architect and TV presenter George Clarke LOVES New Zealand!
  • I think your architects are very good.
    Superstar Architect and TV presenter George Clarke LOVES New Zealand!

Key Moments

  • Lush Landscape00:26
  • Favorite Place00:38