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Featured Project / Havelock North Construction

Lucy is the most recommended splashback creator nationwide. She is a surface designer, artist and founder of Lucy G Splashbacks & Lucy G Design.   With over 15 years in the photography industry Lucy specialises in landscape, nature and fine art photography and is a Professional Commercial Photographer and Fellow of the NZIPP.   Lucy […]

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 […]

Te Pakeke is located in the southern township of Wanaka surrounded by the lake and mountains, designed primarily as winter retreat. The house is set within a courtyard perimeter wall, providing layers of space for occupants as an extension of house whilst also providing shelter from cold prevailing winds. Solid concrete walls and glazed openings […]

In close proximity to this home the Porirua Harbour ebbs and flows, with a timeless tranquility often found along the New Zealand coastline. Classic Builders Wellington have designed and constructed a beautifully positioned home to make the most of this lush setting. The open plan living space is situated to capture all day sun and […]

Positioned on 4754 sq m (more or less) of land, this sun-filled elevated position is home to a spacious architecturally designed three bedroom residence. The heart of the home is a thoughtfully planned living, kitchen and dining area that connects to the luxurious lounge featuring a double-sided Spartherm elevator fireplace, and leads seamlessly to the […]

Our Milldale show home is creating lots of attention within the North and West Rodney area, showcasing a range of interesting features. A mixture of weatherboard, brick, coloursteel and finished with stone pillars, this five-bedroom, four bathroom 335 sqm split-level townhouse is a real beauty. Landscaped with gorgeous greenery and rockery, it even features four […]

Stylistically, it is difficult to pin this beautiful house down. JMAC Architecture have managed to combine traditional elements with the innovation of 21st Century design, resulting in a house that alludes categorisation.  The materials used throughout the building are raw, yet expertly crafted and entice you to reach out and touch every surface. The robust […]

Nick Holcroft, director of Holcroft Prestige is pretty elated with his team’s recent gold winning result in the house of the year competition, taking out the $1.5 million – $2 million new home category. Nick and his team over the years have been one of the top consistent contenders for the gold awards. His gold […]

Beautiful natural schist stone is the standout feature of this Arends project designed by Square One Design in Dannevirke. Set in a rural location, there are many stone features both in and around this gorgeous property, and the craftmanship is extremely high-end. Owner Glen Higginson is a multi skilled, licensed designer who has also spent […]

Mark and Anneke Freeman poured so much of their heart and soul into their new home that they decided to get married there as well. Built by Mark Price Builders, this large lavish 590sqm home situated between the Bombay Hills and Pukekohe is elevated just enough for expansive views out every window.   Built of […]

This house is designed for a family who enjoys entertaining and sharing quality time with each other. Each space is thoughtfully laid out for maximum enjoyment and ease of living. Albert van Vliet Architectural has ensured that living well is a priority here.  At the heart of the home is a resort style outdoor living […]

Step into Kohekohe, a refined home in a gated community with breathtaking Kapiti Island views. Designed by David Wood, it offers a luxurious kitchen, sunlit living spaces, seamless indoor-outdoor flow, and private wings for family or guests. With modern comforts, landscaped grounds, and a peaceful setting close to amenities, this is luxury living at its […]

With an attitude that embraces any project, any scale and any budget, Vosterman Architects know that ‘good’ design is flexible and dynamic. It can even transform a small, south facing, steep site into a family home that functions perfectly and enjoys breath taking harbour views. This team of architects, with 28 years of experience, recognise […]

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 […]

On first viewing this Mt Victoria house you might presume that it has been in situ for a hundred years, it blends so beautifully with the other wooden villas and cottages in the neighbourhood. That presumption would be incorrect. This newly built house did replace a 1880s cottage, but the owners insisted that the replacement […]

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 […]

It was a real family affair for Grant and Monique Jury with their latest retirement project in Morrinsville. The father and son build between Grant and Daniel also saw the young builder taking over the family business – Jury Design and Build, which has serviced the Waikato for 40 years. The Louvre-tech system on the […]

With little imagination you could transport yourself to a Tuscan inspired Estate. Privately positioned, this distinctive Tamahere property is sculptured into its idyllic 1.1 hectares of established landscaped grounds. This high-end designed, Master Build homestead has undergone significant renovations, and is ready for its new owners. Villa Bella exudes a sense of poise and calm […]