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This heritage renovation in Hamilton is a complete hidden retreat with all of its special design features tucked away in the middle of the house. And the owners like it that way, according to Trendset Build because it subtly combines the old with the new. This 226sqm dwelling is a superb example of a progressive […]

The new layout of this kitchen included extending the area slightly to give our clients a larger space, and knocking out a few existing walls so they could have an open-plan family room with a separate formal living room.  These two spaces are divided by a one-of-a-kind barn door to represent the country living.  A […]

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 […]

Space and Time Landscapes has experience in all aspects of landscaping design, construction and maintenance for both residential and commercial customers. Owned and operated by Layne McDonald in Stratford, Taranaki, he has 20 years of experience in landscape design and construction.  After graduating from study of landscape and design, Layne worked in various areas of the […]

One of the most luxurious show homes in the Waikato, this stunning example by market leader Davies Homes features schist stone inside and out. Sourced from the nearby Paradise Quarry, the stone used on the exterior is continued indoors, greeting you in the grand entranceway with a curved wall that draws the eye through into […]

Haimes Building transformed a simple bach into a stunning home in 2020 that earned the company the title of National Supreme winner of a Renovation (over $1 million). The company is no stranger to the Registered Master Builders House of the Year competition, claiming multiple national titles over the years – this being the first […]

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 […]

On an East-facing canal of the Whitianga Waterway features this Cove Construction home built for a retired Southland farmer and his wife. The owners brought their love of Central Otago schist north, and you’ll find it everywhere from the fireplace surround, internal-external feature wall and on the letterbox outside. Modernity meets rustic charm, and on […]

Award-winning Master builder Style Construction has now built two showhomes and can help build your perfect home too. Whether you’re building a home in Pokeno, Howick, Glen Dowie, or Silverdale, Style Construction is here to build with you. We build houses to an award-winning standard whilst keeping value.  Our first show home in Pokeno is […]

Peter Warmington has been building houses in Northland for more than 20 years, and can visualise exactly what his clients’ project will look like even before the posts are in the ground. Having gained the necessary skills from his huge experience in the building industry over decades as a registered Master Builder, his workmanship and […]

Perched high above Queenstown, this rare property offers some of the region’s most breathtaking panoramic views. From Coronet Peak and The Remarkables to the Wakatipu Basin, the scenery is unmatched. Steeped in history, this north-facing land dates back to 1875 as a gold mining route. First farmed in 1898 by Ellen Saunders, a pioneering woman […]

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 […]

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 […]

Three houses in one was the theme of this high-end holiday home for separate families at Pohara in the Golden Bay area. Constructed by Steve Chamberlain of Golden Bay Builders, this award-winning build not only made the Top 100 in the Registered Master Builders House of the Year, but also took out the craftmanship and […]

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 […]

Bryce and Alannah Cowley decided to build themselves a new home in Morrinsville and showcase their construction company at the same time. BDC Homes new showhome in the town’s latest subdivision is a gorgeous mixture of modern meets industrial, and recently the public got to see just what this building company can do. Hosting a […]

Broswick Builders Ltd is an experienced and multi award winning residential building company based in Auckland. We have a wide breadth of carpentry experience ranging from modern on-trend homes to heritage listed bungalow and villa restorations. At Broswick Builders we have a close working relationship with many of the leading Auckland architects and designers and […]

Grand and inviting, this Pukekohe home makes the most of the wonderful rural views and is beautifully landscaped to create the perfect finish. Our clients explored all of their builder options and did their homework before meeting us and viewing our work. Their brief was a generous sized architectural home of 420sqm including four bedrooms, […]