Hobson House’ – a magnificent and spacious mansion situated on prestigious Victoria Avenue in Remuera. With its prime location and impressive street frontage, this stately home offers the perfect blend of luxury and privacy. This historic property has had a fascinating journey. Originally built for a banker, it was later used as the US Naval […]
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 […]
Welcome to 26 Mahoenui Valley Road Step into this unique home situated in an unsurpassed location, accessed via a tree-lined driveway with electric gates, offering privacy in a quiet oasis. This property boasts four double bedrooms in the main home. An open plan kitchen family and dining area and separate formal lounge with wood-burner: all […]
On a site that already contained existing buildings, Modello was tasked with constructing a new house incorporating and recycling the existing garage-studio, while maintaining the cottage for separate rental accommodation. The site bounds the Waipu River estuary and has views over towards Bream Bay and Bream Head, with mature pohutukawa trees forming its eastern boundary. […]
Harry and Karen van der Putten have been around for what seems forever, winning many prizes at the House of the Year awards – the first back in 1993 and many more since, and building many beautiful architectural designed homes in and around the Franklin area. Harry and Karen have always been dedicated to backing […]
With shoulders back and head up, this house stands proudly on a Korokoro rise looking out to green, lush native bush and insisting that the world looks back at it. The simple roofline, the mix of corrugated iron and timber cladding, is a reminder of tramping huts of old. This house is not a show […]
Located on a prime section within the boutique subdivision of Coast Papamoa lies this very impressive multi-storied beach house. Maximising generous site covenants and drawing on the client’s wish to integrate strong geometric shapes, the house is a fusion of stacked traditional and functional forms using a sophisticated style of design. This was JBH Building’s […]
The owners of this Te Puna home overlooking the Kaimai Range and Mount Maunganui have lived on this land for many years, and their new build is a reflection of their story. Totara Construction was privileged to be able to create these empty nesters their dream home, and help them progress from the original farm […]
Surrounded by idyllic Waikato countryside, this beautifully appointed 260sqm family home at Lake Karapiro is light and bright, both inside and out. The exterior is smart and chic in classic Linea weatherboard with attractive facings, including a gabled portico, and box corners. As you step inside, the entrance features a custom-built wine cellar that sits […]
Introducing Sub-Penthouse Apartment 201: This stunning corner residence is better described as a luxury home, than an apartment. a spacious haven with its generous 314 sq m layout, described by those close to Customs Quay as the best penthouse remaining. Located facing north, you’ll enjoy an abundance of natural light and unparalleled vistas. Enjoy lounging […]
PJ Builders loved their new holiday home in Whitianga before they were permanently based there, and so did all of their friends and family. Owner Phill Holland said they initially built it as a showhome/holiday home, and was a great way of promoting the superb workmanship of the company. Everything about this four-bedroom house says […]
With a contoured site high on the Napier Hill and local council restrictions that could be described as inhibiting, Tess Fenwick Architects were challenged to create a private home in a tight situation. The final result lends itself to the often repeated, and the scientifically inaccurate quote involving diamonds, coal and pressure. This house, with […]
This seaside house built by John Ross Architectural Builders for clients in Mt Pleasant won several categories at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year Awards 2022. As well as making the Top 100, it also took out the Regional Supreme House of the Year award in the $750,000 – $1million category. The clients […]
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 […]
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 […]
The aim of this beautiful North Shore project was to provide luxury and comfort for the owners of this beachfront luxury home. Design on James owner Lynette Lochhead is based in Tauranga and provides interior design consultancy and procurement for new builds and major renovations in the residential market. Her work covers right across […]
A transcendent testament to flawless and unparalleled modern design. Prestigious Sumich Chaplin Architects have created an ultra-luxury residence that masterfully delivers the very finest of contemporary living experiences. Built for our owner and completed in 2021 to the highest specifications, nothing has been left to chance. The concrete construction with steel joinery and American Oak […]
A beachfront house in Pauanui featuring natural timbers and an underground wine cellar was enough for Holah Homes to take out a Supreme award in the Waikato Registered Master Builders House of the Year competition. Back in 2018 it was a great year for Holah Homes, taking out a massive seven awards for the project, including Supreme […]