This passive house in Kumeu is another stunning example of high-end workmanship by Lewis Build. Situated just 20 minutes from central Auckland on an elevated rural site, the design of this 256 sqm eco-style home came from years of planning, by the owners wanting their own private sanctuary. In conjunction with Bonham Architecture & Interiors, […]
A steep section overgrown in native bush had to be cleared to make way for this beauty on the banks of the Waikato River. The team at Holcroft Prestige thrive on these challenges, and after two months of land clearing, excavation and retaining walls the site was finally ready for a building platform. Owner Nick […]
High in the hills of Christchurch sits this renovated masterpiece by Williams Elvidge, earning it accolades at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year Awards 2022. The four-bedroom home has wide views across the city and beyond, and renovations to the property have enhanced the post-earthquake integrity of the house, but have also transformed […]
Quality home renovation specialists RD Construction thrive on challenges, and the team loves transforming your spaces into something that you will love. With this home renovation we gave the existing living areas a new lease of life, allowing the family to better utilise and modernise the space that they already have. Extensions can also be […]
A stunning home on the Whangaparoa Peninsula designed by Strachen Group Architects (SGA) gave Carlielle Kitchens an accolade at the Trends International Design Awards in 2020. Carlielle was selected to manufacture and install the cabinetry for this home, which included the kitchen, scullery, laundry, wardrobes and also extended to the bespoke hallway unit, bunk beds, bathroom […]
No expense has been spared in the creation of this exceptional entertainer’s dream home tucked away down a private lane on the edge of the Waikato River. A category winner in the 2019 Registered Master Builder of the Year Awards (new home over $2 million), 8 Great Homes also received a Bathroom Excellence merit for […]
Candela Design is a mother-daughter business duo based in the Waikato, specialising in interior design for both residential and commercial properties. Chrissie and Leonie started the business in 2017 and are starting to establish a real name for themselves in the industry, particularly now they have a beautiful homeware store to showcase their products. Chrissie […]
This Nixon Homes build showcases a range of interesting features that really bring the place to life, including quality native timber for the cladding and interior details. The clients were keen to build something different, and decided on using Macrocarpa with Triclad board and batten. This lovely native wood has also been used for much […]
An impressive home renovation won the Smith and Sons Franklin team the renovation of the year award in 2020 and they have since gone on to multiple awards. Lane and Melissa van den Brink and their team turned this 1990s house into a brand new dream home for their client, who are now empty nesters […]
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 […]
One look at this property and it’s clearly apparent, it bears the aura of an estate more commonly associated with international VIP status. It begins with a private site covering around 5810 square metres of lush grounds in the lifestyle area of Tamahere’s Twin Oaks Drive. That alone sets the stage for exquisite park-like seclusion, […]
Turning this house at Horsham Downs into a haven was a delight for the Rupert and Marshall team based in Hamilton. Interior designer Melanie Marshall brought this house to life using a variety of textures amongst a range of different furniture to add warmth in many ways, and the cushions and throws add the final […]
Architecturally designed, energy-efficient homes. Proven to use 70% less energy than your standard New Zealand building code home. This article features Ebode’s latest showhome in Cambridge. Ebode was born from shared values and a passion for creating homes that truly matter. This vision brought together two experts, Tawa Architecture, led by Brooke Cholmondeley-Smith, and Higgs […]
Welcome to 26 Mahoenui Valley Road Step into this unique home situated in an unsurpassed location, accessed via a tree-lined driveway with electric gates, offering privacy in a quiet oasis. This property boasts four double bedrooms in the main home. An open plan kitchen family and dining area and separate formal lounge with wood-burner: all […]
When Nigel Donaldson walks onto a new client’s property, he can instantly visualise where their designer pool should be built. Specialising in landscaped swimming pools with natural waterfalls and rock features, Donaldson Pools are individually designed and engineered to fit the contours of your property. Completely transforming your outdoor space into an oasis for you […]
Hand-made feature trusses, solid oak timber flooring and Italian stone tiles feature in this award winning Mitchell Builders home in Paparoa. We are Master craftsmen builders with more than 40 years experience building exceptionally designed homes. We also specialise in commercial projects such as new offices, government infrastructure, as well as retail complexes and educational […]
Clive Barrington Construction won the 2021 Master Builders Canterbury Supreme New House of the Year Award for a house that steps outside the square to create an artwork in itself. The Fendalton, Christchurch house captures the changing light, sun and shadows beneath a roof that soars and swoops over three separate wings. The design created […]
Multiple award-winning architect Ken Crosson and his team in the Coromandel gained international accolades for this Light Shaft house. An NZIA national architectural winner (2021) and also a finalist in the World Architectural Festival 2021, this house is an exploration of strong sculptural forms that represent the mine shafts of long abandoned gold mines within […]