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Featured Project / Havelock North Construction

Occupying a semi–rural site in Mangawhai, this 400sqm, five–bedroom builder’s own home is a clever study in luxury and liveability. Lying between the bush line and Mangawhai Heads, the property is the home of Nic and Sarina Foster of NF Construction, an architectural construction and development company focused on crafting high end architectural homes in […]

This is a one-of-a-kind property, relocated several years ago from Remuera to its current site. it was miraculously and seamlessly put back together by the expert crew from Brown Brothers Builders. As properties go this one has quite a story, eleven pieces were transported by road from Remuera to its current location, then reassembled and […]

Demanding attention, this elevated Morrinsville home debuts a variety of cladding systems that cleverly enhance the overall design of the house. The impressive entrance has a wood-look BGC cladding feature wall, that stretches the full height of the home, flowing into the interior and creating a statement before you walk through the door. Within the […]

Light and bright is the simplest way to describe this house. To create a home with clean, modern lines such as this, takes expertise and attention to detail, especially in the finishing touches. It is crystal clear that A1 Homes Wellington knows how to create a streamlined home. With shades of Resene quarter foggy grey […]

Defined as classic Californian design, this Hawkes Bay beauty by Redmond Builders earned the company nine awards at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year in 2019. Located in Havelock North, this spacious family home has all the extras and clean contemporary lines frame light-filled interiors.  Modern technology makes life a breeze, and palm […]

The project featured in this article, is situated on high ranges not far from Cambridge. While this site is picturesque and enjoys panoramic views of the countryside. This design and build was not without it’s challenges. However builder Ben Shaw and Daniel Cullen from Cullen Keiser Architecture. Worked in skilled harmony to produce an enduring […]

Donaldson Pools specialise in designer landscaped swimming pools that are in a complete world of their own. We will not only design and engineer a custom-made pool for family and friends to unwind, but we can also create natural rock waterfalls and other special features to completely transform your outdoor space.

Gavin and Emma Brown’s new family home overlooking Mount Pirongia is their second build, with more focus on the internal design features this time around.

Nestled in one of the last remaining sections at The Lakes subdivision, you’ll think you are in the heart of Carbondale Colorado as you approach this stunning lakehouse-themed showhome. The 280sqm alpine showhome is one of Harwood Homes’ most exciting projects to date, and made the Top 100 in the Registered Master Builders House of […]

A house fit for a king – this stunner at Scott Point in Hobsonville was built by Viking Homes and stands proud on the Waitemata Harbour. With so much modern charm, this four-bedroom home features architectural louvres, bag-wash bricks and vertical cladding, with a cleverly hidden garage door. Situated right on the water’s edge, the […]

Basking on the banks of the Whitianga Waterways, we pay a visit to the new Landmark Homes Showhome. As you drive in to the picturesque town of Whitianga, you cannot miss this latest arresting build by Landmark Homes Coromandel and Hauraki. Will Quigley – Director of Landmark Homes Coromandel and Hauraki, has adhered to the […]

Precise Builders Tauranga showhome has beautiful views overlooking rural farmland, and is architecturally designed to capture the views, all day sun and the lights of the city at night. Consisting of four bedrooms, a study, two bathrooms, three lounges, kitchen/scullery and an extra-wide double garage, this 350m2 home is built for entertainment; with plenty of […]

This heritage renovation in Hamilton is a complete hidden retreat with all of its special design features tucked away in the middle of the house. And the owners like it that way, according to Trendset Build because it subtly combines the old with the new. This 226sqm dwelling is a superb example of a progressive […]

The team at Cambridge Homes South, should be justifiably proud of their latest award winning show home situated in the beautiful rural town of Te Awamutu in the Waikato. John Riggir, Director of Cambridge Homes South states their latest build encapsulates “the best of new home design and innovation that here at Cambridge Homes we […]

This iconic home in Mahina Bay was an award winner in the 1980s and had an extensive renovation 20 years later. John Mills Architects was commissioned to refit the entire exterior and interior to be reminiscent of a luxury lodge. There are many hidden surprises with this house.   A panel opens to reveal a secret […]

This second featured project for Kanda Homes is also on Winstone House Road, Paerata Rise, and was originally designed by the clients. They wanted a home with no wasted space and a large living area. The home is 206m2 featuring a high 4.5m ceiling in the living area with over height joinery, creating lots of […]

The Takahe House won Designgroup Stapleton Elliott the NZIA Wellington Architecture Award 2021. Located on the edge of a protected coastal reserve supporting a large number of animal, insect and plant species, the proposed design looks to respect this and seeks to integrate the built form into this unique ecosystem. Materials for the exterior have […]

Ideal for coastal living and first homeowners, Haven Coromandel has a ‘Cube’ plan that is designed around the central living/dining/kitchen area. Inside, hard-wearing blonded Strandboard floors are teamed with crisp white interior walls. Large double glass sliders open the entire living area out to the deck. Blonde timber and clean white work beautifully together in […]