French architect Julie Villard has built a quiet, airy, compact smart home above a noisy port. Words: Nadene Hall Images: Kirsten Sheppard Who: French architect Julie Villard & partner Edward Where: Lyttelton, 12km south-east of Christchurch What: cross-laminated timber house, 9 Homestar The elegant, clean roofline of architect Julie Villard’s smart house has a secret. … Continue reading NZ Lifestyle Block Smart Series Part Four: Architect Julie Villard’s eco home built is with cross-laminated timber — and a French touch