With design studio’s in Cambridge, Waihi Beach and the Bay of Plenty, LAD Architecture specialises in a full range of architectural & interior design services, that can be tailor made to suit your requirements. This project was a contemporary but low maintenance beach house designed for a professional family with a desire to create precious […]
This home was built 7 years ago. The home itself comprises of 400 square metres of exquisite living space that is second to none. The 2.8 hectares the house is built on is part of Bream Tail Farm, which enjoys endless views of the Pacific Ocean. The current owners, fell in love with the region, […]
Perched atop the ridgeline over the Waimea Inlet, this entertainer’s residence enjoys all day sun and panoramic views. The brief of this job was to design a house with maximum views whilst incorporating elements of privacy for the owners, and incorporate natural timber features into the cladding and interior. Key features of this house include […]
The reimagining of a once dilapidated rental property, into a multi-functional family home isn’t for the faint- hearted, especially when it sits on the cusp of New Zealand’s west coast. However, with 180-degree sea views and Kapiti Island in the near distance, the task was irresistible to a building crew who revel in taking on […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Having spent over 20 years working as an engineer, Shamrose Chaudhry knows how to manage various projects successfully. The Refresh Renovations Whangarei consultant previously worked in the oil and gas industry, and his exposure to world-leading regulations and efficient, safety-driven procedures brings an invaluable skill set to the renovation industry. But beyond his attention to […]
On a kiwifruit orchard just out of Te Puke, Precise Builders completed a 12-month major renovation of this beautiful 40-year-old home. Our company specialises in large-scale renovations and with the current restrictions on international travel, many property owners are choosing to upgrade their homes instead. Making use of the two stories of this rural property, […]
This Tutukaka home built by Richard Hilton Jones Builders is something spectactular, and won the 2020 New Zealand Institute of Architects regional award. Designed by Herbst Architects, and with views to the Poor Knights Islands, the home sits comfortably amongst the surrounding bush. Made from a natural balance of different building materials, including rammed earth […]
An inner-city Auckland garden bordering a neighbourhood park has been redesigned into a sub-tropical sanctuary by Seed Landscapes. Landscape designer Donna Stanish reconnected the house and pool by creating generous entertaining areas and stepped platforms floating above the garden. Kwila timber platforms link the family room on the lower level to the swimming pool, and […]
Anyone who has taken time to observe New Zealand’s Native Falcon, the Karearea on the wing, know the majesty and sublime beauty these birds possess. It is obvious that the designers of this villa, JTB Architects, also have an understanding of sublime beauty and how to make it a reality for their clients. The villa […]
Ideal for coastal living and first homeowners, Haven Coromandel has a ‘Cube’ plan that is designed around the central living/dining/kitchen area. Inside, hard-wearing blonded Strandboard floors are teamed with crisp white interior walls. Large double glass sliders open the entire living area out to the deck. Blonde timber and clean white work beautifully together in […]
Defined as classic Californian design, this Hawkes Bay beauty by Redmond Builders earned the company nine awards at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year in 2019. Located in Havelock North, this spacious family home has all the extras and clean contemporary lines frame light-filled interiors. Modern technology makes life a breeze, and palm […]
This Freemans Bay, Auckland renovation is a wonderful example of revitalising an existing lovely villa. This villa was completely modernised, transforming this home’s appeal but maintaining the look of the existing villa’s charm. The owners of this villa are also renovating the adjoining villa. They were clear they wished to keep the integrity of both […]
Wakeup to stunning sunrises with views stretching from Taradale to Cape Kidnappers, Te Mata Peak, and Mount Kahuranaki. This home, designed by architect Raiford Gardiner, overlooks vineyards/orchards, capturing the best of Hawke’s Bay. Enjoy wine from the cellar door or lunch at nearby vineyards, within reach of Havelock North and Hastings. If you’re a farmer […]
With the amount of natural timbers used on this property both inside and out, this Urbo Home oozes warmth. It has been designed to capture all-day sun and provide all-weather living spaces that frame and celebrate the panoramic view. Â The kitchen/living area is a warm and inviting space, thanks to the high stud, over-height glazing, […]