Heiwa is many things to us.  It's the fulfilment of a long-held dream for a rejuvenating bush retreat; a celebration of our love for Japanese architecture, expressed in the sensuous colours and textures of Australian timbers.  We cherish our home of blond ash and rich dark red gum; of delicate detail in shoji doors, rice paper and tatami, contrasting with solid cypress pine trunks and a rugged entrance arch.  The whole rests lightly on the ridge while anchored by local granite.  It's a warm and peaceful home, blurring the line between inside and outside, filled with light and the lovely view of valley, mountains and forest; a place for quiet reflection as well as for shared food, wine, talk and laughter.  The detailed work of planning with Paul took a couple of years and was immensely enjoyable - a journey as valued as the destination.  Our excitement doubled when Steve first came, sat on the hill, looked out across the valley and then took on the challenge.  We treasure both the resultant friendships and our beautiful home infused with the skill and craft of Paul and Steve.