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Featured Project / Havelock North Construction

On the tenth floor of this Remuera penthouse, award winning designer Mal Corboy has worked his magic to bring this renovation to life. Having completed a kitchen makeover for these clients back in 2007, Mal was familiar with their eclectic taste in design, and knew exactly what they would love. They also share similar tastes […]

One of the most interesting rural barn-style houses by Create + Construct earned the company a Gold award at the 2020 Registered Master Builder of the Year Awards. Visitors to this Clevedon home are greeted by a two-metre cedar pivot door, which is followed by full-height steel joinery and cedar ceilings as you walk through […]

Parkin Builders is owned and operated by Logan and Alisha Parkin. Previously, Parkin Builders was in the trusted hands of Logan’s father, Greg who built homes in Katikati for 20 years. Logan and Alisha have an excellent long-standing relationship with their subcontractors and many small businesses and community organisations within Katikati and Waihi Beach.   […]

Discover the epitome of modern living in the highly sought-after locale of Kawaha Point. This remarkable home embodies contemporary elegance both inside and out. With a single-level design, this property prioritises comfort and convenience, offering the ideal lock-and-leave lifestyle. The journey begins with an open-concept floor plan that welcomes you into a sleek black kitchen. […]

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 […]

This stunning architectural build overlooking Omaha estuary features Abodo Eco-timber cladding

Nestled high on the hills of Havelock North sits a home that is as ambitious as it is breathtaking—605 square metres of architectural refinement, understated luxury, and meticulous craftsmanship. This six-bedroom, three-bathroom residence is the personal home of Rob and Amanda Liddle, the husband-and-wife team behind Havelock North Construction, a company renowned for building high-end, […]

Of all the Stonewood Homes franchises in New Zealand, the Whangerei branch has been making headlines the past few years.  In 2021 the company was awarded Gold in the Reader’s Digest Quality Service Awards, recognised for its commitment to quality and service – in the Home Design and Build Services category, as voted by New […]

One of the more recent contemporary additions to Birkenhead Point in Auckland, this splendid luxury home by TP Builders just proves why they are such leaders in the industry. Company Director Tony Pexton has been winning awards for years, but nowadays you’ll find him giving feedback on our regional and national winners, as a judge […]

Set against the serene expanse of Te Anau’s alpine landscape, this impeccably crafted residence is a celebration of natural materiality, sustainable thinking, and refined architectural detail. Passionate about environmental responsibility, LMA Timber has long championed the use of reclaimed and responsibly sourced hardwoods as an alternative to tropical rainforest timbers. Working with carefully selected Australian […]

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 […]

Barbara Baker is an architect based in Napier, and has designed everything from woodsheds, air traffic control towers in both Gisborne and Tonga, and a small observatory for the Hawkes Bay Astronomical Society. Because she operates a small one person practice, she can be more focused, flexible and cost-effective, and is aware of people’s needs, […]

Wrought Iron Specialists in Auckland create centrepieces for homes and businesses that are timeless, and represent the company’s passion for blacksmithing. Some of their work can be found in well known hotels and resorts throughout New Zealand, including most recently the famous Eichardts Hotel in Queenstown, with its beautiful new chandeliers. “Our clients range from […]

Houses on sloping sections such as this fantastic build are our speciality at Wellington Builders Ltd. Our company has been providing top quality services to its clients since 1988, building high spec homes.  We understand that building projects are often stressful, and for that reason we aim to alleviate the pressure as much as possible […]

Perched high on a hill on the wind swept East Coast of Northland is this stunning build by LTD Architectural Design Studio. The driving storms and gale force winds that bear down on this remote site gave the team its most design challenges, creating a home that would withstand the pressures from this extreme environment. […]

Clad in contrasting honed concrete blocks and black steel, this two-storey build demands attention.  Built by Avenue Construction and winning the New Home ($600,000-$750,000) category at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year Awards in 2019, a towering steel-clad chimney enhances the home’s sense of proportion.  An eye for detail is evident in the […]

At Customkit Buildings our timber framed Barn style buildings are a far cry from the draughty, bare boned, dirt floor barns of times gone by.  Todays versions are design-led, light filled spaces with as many modern creature comforts as you’d like whilst still in keeping with the raw beauty and nostalgia of a barn.  Interiors […]

Combining performance with luxury, this 360sqm home by Hofmans Builders in Taranaki blends the world’s most powerful Passive House design tools with clever construction and architectural finesse.   This home is built to the eHaus Euro standard and is a ‘certified passive home.’ Hofmans Builders hold the eHaus license for the Taranaki region. – eHaus are […]