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Graphite Architects specialises in high-quality, contemporary residential design throughout New Zealand, and are well known for clever, functional and pragmatic architecture. Owner Glenn O’Connell has an open approach with clients, involving them and their own ideas from inception, keeping them in the forefront of their project, and thereby instilling a sense of true ownership of […]

Perched atop the ridgeline over the Waimea Inlet, this entertainer’s residence enjoys all day sun and panoramic views. The brief of this job was to design a house with maximum views whilst incorporating elements of privacy for the owners, and incorporate natural timber features into the cladding and interior. Key features of this house include […]

Wake up to the roar of the ocean in this modern new build, with an enviable position overlooking one of the world’s most hallowed beaches.   With five bedrooms, three bathrooms and two living areas, this spectacular home is the ideal size to accommodate extended family or friends for weekends or holidays. They’ll certainly be […]

If you can picture it, we can create it for you at Space Transformers. If you’re not sure exactly what you want, our team will wow you with a stunning design that will transform your outdoors into liveable spaces. We use the highest quality products and materials too, ensuring robust, durable, and high-performing structures and […]

A very high level of craftsmanship by JPW Builders earned this home south of Napier an NZIA Gisborne Hawkes Bay Architecture Award in 2020. This architecturally-designed home takes full advantage of its rural setting with extensive views over the East coast and local vineyards. Clad in cedar and Corten steel, this generous 400sqm home of […]

Kae Interior Designs is based in Hamilton and services the Greater Waikato. Owner Kerryn was born and raised in Cambridge, moving to Hamilton 10 years ago when she and her husband built their second home; they are now raising our family of five on the outskirts of Hamilton in a home she designed to suit […]

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 […]

Long regarded as one of the area’s most admired and inspirational properties, 66 Dromara Drive is set among established gardens on the edge of Lake Rotokauri, supporting a wetland of national importance. A celebration of the art of living, this ultimate lakeside residence, in one of the most sought-after locations in the Waikato with access […]

For many New Zealanders a dream of holiday involves sitting at the beach, under a pohutukawa tree on a hot day.  Simple pleasures, simple needs. This Cove Construction house provides two of those elements. Located above one of Aotearoa’s most beautiful beaches, this Hahei house not only provides magnificent coastal views and the shade of […]

Angela Wynne’s exceptional eye for detail is obvious throughout this Morrinsville home. The Allure Interiors designer brings a classic but contemporary touch to her projects, and this proudly self-built home fits her niche perfectly. From the beaudoius off the master bedroom to the powder room downstairs, the inside of this home has a light feminine […]

Bayside Construction is a Whitianga based building company, specialising in new builds and renovations.  With ongoing projects coming up including in the Whitianga Waterways, our recently-established, family owned building company specialises in high quality residential construction. Director Caleb Jennings has more than 20 years experience working both in New Zealand, Germany and Austria.   The […]

Complete Renovations is a quality building contractor specialising in home renovations and extensions, with over 20 years of experience. Our expertise ranges from highly complex architectural projects, such as adding a storey, or converting a basement, to bathroom and kitchen renovations, to home or room additions, as well as shop fit outs and light commercial work.   These services are provided all […]

From furniture to entrance way doors, to a custom-built kitchen, at Lee Bros Joinery we can develop the most comprehensive design from just a simple idea. We encourage our clients to contribute towards the design process as much as they feel comfortable, and are always willing to work with and expand their ideas. Lee Brothers […]

This exciting new build in coastal Northland has mastered its ocean and rural views without compromising on shelter or character. Located on Bream Tail Farm at Mangawhai Heads and built by Smith Construction, the clients sought a low profile contemporary home with sharp angles and clean lines. Notable design features include enormous glazed window panes […]

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.

Known for their ‘no cookie cutter’ approach to home design, Bosanac Builders teamed up with its sister company Heritage Homes (Auckland South) to create a truly unique home that ticked all the boxes for its professional performer owners With a love of musical theatre, it is no wonder that at the top of the list […]

Faulkner Construction set a new standard of achievement at the 2021 Registered Master Builders Auckland House of the Year Awards, with three Gold medals.  The team of 25 carpenters was awarded Gold medals across three separate categories including New Home over $2 million, New Home $1 million – $1.5 million, and Renovation over $1 million.  In […]

Our clients wanted a dream home built in Point Wells, but there were tricky covenants to work with in the design. At Edwards Builders, we introduced them to our architect and came up with a great design for a 315sqm two-storey house, that the developers accepted into the new subdivision.     We have created […]