Vince Ryan (left), Ana-Lotus Ryan (6), Tim Ryan and Carmen Howell outside their 24-sided Makarora build. However, such a house - with 24 equal sides - is well under way in the small Upper Clutha town, and it is attracting a lot of interest. The house has three bedrooms and a bathroom downstairs, and the upper floor is open plan "like a yurt". Mr Ryan said their aim was to "build the best possible house for the least possible amount of money". There was 30% less material in a round house than a square house, he said.

Source: Otago Daily Times January 06, 2021 19:07 UTC