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Featured Project / Maunga Designs

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 […]

The old world charm of this Cambridge cottage has been brought to life by GD Pringle, and the extension blends a mix of the old with the new seamlessly. The interior of the laundry, bathroom and main bedroom suite have all been designed by the client themselves, who specialise in recreating new internal spaces. There […]

This Mount Maunganui beachfront property was purchased with the intention of updating a piece of iconic local architecture. While the general form of this building was clean, the materials and junctions had lacked maintenance for a number of years.  The structure was essentially looking tired and not functioning as it should.  Our clients wanted to […]

This striking home is another Landmark Homes Coromandel and Hauraki success story. This gorgeous large elevated, light and architecturally designed home makes the most of the picturesque canal waterways. Will Quigley (director) and his team at Landmark Homes based in the Coromandel are proud to have worked with these discerning clients and have been integral […]

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 […]

G.A Scarfe Builders Ltd is owned by Graham and Sue Scarfe of Hastings. Their family owned and operated business was established over 60 years ago and provides services nationwide.  They have clients ranging from residential homeowners through to commercial and industrial businesses, and can provide quotations and recommendations for your projects on any scale. Established […]

With years of experience in the building industry, Kanda Homes pride themselves on delivering detailed and honest communication throughout the building process, and presenting you with a new home that meets the highest standards of quality workmanship. We are a family operated building company specialising in new homes and renovations.   Our name speaks for […]

Inspired by his farming heritage, the owner of this Feilding home has created a modern yet rustic retreat. Builders Narley Construction did such a great job that the company won a regional award for Manawatu/Whanganui in the Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards in 2019. The vision was clear from the beginning; take […]

Aspiers Building (Andy Spiers) is all about getting out there and doing it. No pretenders approach to working, where simple simplicity rules, just well finished and precise work. Be passionate, be inspired and make a difference. As Sir Peter Blake said “To win, you have to believe you can do it. You have to be […]

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 […]

Hugged by the Karangahake forests and the Kaimai Ranges, through the last bridge towards Waihi from Paeroa, this farmland home reminds us of the essence of living simply, the importance of our environment and quiet family moments. It signifies a humble architecture bravely holding its own on the hilltop, a return to our collective necessities […]

SLC Builder’s founder Cory Carroll has had a passion for construction since he left school to work. Transforming ideas on paper to a tangible reality was something he found so satisfying.  This led to him firstly working as a labourer for a few years on a variety of residential and commercial sites where he dealt […]

Fifty tonnes of schist from Gibbston Valley were shipped to one of the classiest streets in Takapuna for this Cape Cod Home. Grand and rustic all in one, this house features a triple-pitched roof with luxurious lodge-inspired interior similar to the architecture the owners had seen at Huka Lode, Kauri Cliffs and Millbrook Resort. They […]

When you embark on a journey with Customkit Buildings, rest assured that we will be accommodating to your every need. There is no ‘one size fits all’ to how we go about building and creating your home, barn, cottage or equestrian centre – we are a design and supply company that specialises in timber.   […]

Recladding an existing building can pose a myriad of challenges, but the complete reworking of five two-bedroom homes was something that Lobell Construction relished.   This project won the company both the Registered Master Builders of the Year regional category for Waikato, as well as a Gold award for Renovations over $1 million. The project […]

Designed by Team Warburton Architects, showcasing unparalleled exterior and interior design. Imagine an elegant ski chalet that combines North American and European design with modern living. The home and cabin sit proudly on the 3,578sqm (approx) parcel of land; being just under an acre so close to the lake, this is a rare opportunity not […]

On the banks of Lake Karapiro sits a house built with precision and style, exemplifying everything Mason and Mason Building Contractors aim to achieve when completing a build. As Cambridge craftsmen, we have been building homes in the Waikato region for the past 18 years and as first-time entrants in the  Registered Master Builders House […]

Rooted into the hillside amongst the native manuka and overlooking the Bay of Islands, the breathtaking location for this new build demanded a similarly awe-inspiring finish. Timber and stone were utilised throughout the dwelling, honouring the natural surroundings and creating a sense of flow from the outside in.    A simple mono pitch aluminium roof […]