Terry Bryers from Bruyere Passive Homes has embraced passive house building technology after frustration with New Zealand building systems and what he felt was a lack of accountability and the process. Terry and his team have never looked back. Fifteen years on, he and his team of Fully Certified Passivhaus Professionals at Bruyere Passive Homes […]
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 […]
It was no straight forward renovation for this luxury home at Piha, that has set the standard for Passivhaus design in New Zealand. Some describe this astonishingly ambitious retrofit as simply extraordinary, and there is definitely more to this Eco-Bach than meets the eye. And as builder Terry Bryers of Bruyere Passive Homes explains, “the […]
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 […]
So much gothic charm comes out of this church home renovation near Hamilton by JBeere Building. Jason and Anita needed a bigger property and there wasn’t much choice in the market, except this rundown old church that had once been renovated, and was left to rack and ruin by renters. They planned a dining room […]
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 […]
Fast Fox Construction is the name behind this remarkable new residence in Tapuae Country Estate, a showcase of contemporary design, expert craftsmanship, and enduring quality. Based in New Plymouth, the award winning building company is known for bespoke architectural projects that reflect each client’s vision, whether luxury homes or versatile cabin solutions. Their forward thinking […]
Set high in the foothills of Mt Pisa, overlooking the Grandview Ranges and the mighty Clutha River, rests Rangi Kahu. Designed by architect James Stockwell and built by Spearhead Developments this multi-award winning home with its multi-faceted ceiling, is inspired by Japanese astrophysicist Koryo Miura’s ‘Miura fold’. The home was a huge technical challenge and […]
This is a one off contemporary style home – a winning combination of an edgy design, family comfort and practical country living in a stunning rural location. Archticturally designed with German engineered joinery throughout, this house has space, loads of natural light, warm timber tones, easy to relax in and very welcoming. You can see […]
This Taupo showhome is Design Builders’ modern take on classic New Zealand country house style. The expertly designed floor plan makes the most of spectacular views across the lake and beyond to Mt Tauhara. Carefully positioned to maximise sun, the covered outdoor areas, on the east and north, extend the living space into […]
Nothing has been spared in this luxurious beach house at Omaha by Brackenridge Builders, that embraces pure indulgence on all levels. From the in-house cinema completely soundproofed and featuring leather tiered seating, to the elaborate wine library and opulent outdoor pool, this weekend retreat has it all. Design Point Architecture set the scene and created […]
Transforming kiwi backyards and turning the outdoor spaces of architecturally designed homes into landscaped masterpieces is all in a days work for Alexander McClew. The Auckland-based landscape architect has worked on many interesting projects over the past few years – including an 18th century miners cottage in Queenstown, but helping create people’s outdoor personal space […]
It has been a great few years for Dan Anderson Builders with a Top 100 placing in 2018, and the Nelson Regional Supreme Renovation of the Year, followed by another regional category win in 2019. The new build of this modern Nelson home started with the demolition of their existing house, and gave the owners […]
Such an inviting entrance awaits you at this Pukekohe home by Bosanac Builders, with all of its gorgeous native ferns and grasses. This 305sqm exquisite rural property sits comfortably amongst the rolling landscape, and is set off perfectly by the Euro Grande Brick and James Hardie Oblique Vertical cladding. Step inside and you will find […]
For this lush South American inspired beach house overlooking the Coromandel coast, Matt Deeb Architects had to work in with his Swiss clients remotely for the final part of the design, due to border closures. Situated in Pauanui/Tairua, the entire frontage of this bush retreat opens up to expose the seascape below. Matt Deeb […]
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, […]
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 […]
Welcome to this luxury, near-new home, offering the ultimate coastal lifestyle in the highly sought-after location of Ohope Beach. Positioned on a front section on Ocean Road, with only a road separating you from the sand and surf, this stunning property boasts unobstructed ocean, dune, Whale Island and White Island views. The vast upstairs area, […]