Nestled along a bustling main arterial road, this remarkable property stands as a testament to thoughtful design and innovative architecture. Confronted by towering neighbors to the North and South, this narrow site demanded a strategic approach that would preserve privacy within the house, all the while basking in abundant sunlight from the North, taking in […]
With a view like this overlooking Lake Hayes in the Queenstown Lakes district, no wonder the owners of this luxury home by YBL Building made outside dining a priority. Spectacular Southern lakes views are served up from this 260sqm home, and the full height windows with cantilevered deck, matched with a glass balustrade, really open […]
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 […]
Andrew Gray had grand plans to build his own home in Matangi, and he and his wife had their eye on the rural section next door for a long time. Designed to be his family’s forever home, this labour of love was the builder’s first entry into the Master Builders House of the Year competition. […]
This full house renovation involved stripping the house back to its bare bones, and then designing an all new floor plan, opening up the main living area and creating a master suite down one end of the house. The sleek black exterior was finished with Abodo cladding system, shadowclad ply and hardies with abodo battens, […]
Imperial View takes the impossible and makes it possible when it relates to doorways and feature walls of your home. We specialise in unique projects, implementing engineering top high end solutions with provided long term guarantee. Michael Afon started this niche market business after 20 years as a master European joiner of engineered staircases – […]
A steep section overgrown in native bush had to be cleared to make way for this beauty on the banks of the Waikato River. The team at Holcroft Prestige thrive on these challenges, and after two months of land clearing, excavation and retaining walls the site was finally ready for a building platform. Owner Nick […]
A stunning home on the Whangaparoa Peninsula designed by Strachen Group Architects (SGA) gave Carlielle Kitchens an accolade at the Trends International Design Awards in 2020. Carlielle was selected to manufacture and install the cabinetry for this home, which included the kitchen, scullery, laundry, wardrobes and also extended to the bespoke hallway unit, bunk beds, bathroom […]
 This multi-level sophisticated award winning architectural build in Cambridge has set Daniel Cullen a cut above the rest. Based in Tauranga, Cullen Keiser Architecture was a National finalist and also received the Waikato Regional Residential New Home over 300 sqm title in the Architecture Design New Zealand awards in 2022. Built by Ben Shaw and […]
There’s something about building a unique, iconic house – one where you can live the absolute life. We thrive on giving our clients customised designs, completely unique to them. Iconic Construction are incredible, award winning, bespoke builders in the Waikato. They build aspirational homes, that embody the home owners personality and lifestyle. They build differently […]
An enviable property in the heart of New Zealand’s slow living capital, Bluestone Estate is a private compound that invites you to unplug from the hustle and sink into luxurious coastal living from the moment you arrive at its gates. The conceptual mastermind behind the significant build was Auckland-based practice, Neu Architecture, which was formed […]
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 […]
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 […]
If you are looking for a rustic barn-style house in the country or something more sophisticated and stylist, then Van de Ven Builders have the answers. Based in Whitianga and owned by Jamie (Vandy) and Candice Van de Ven, every project is managed by Vandy personally, and he is involved through all of the stages […]
This is a one-of-a-kind property, relocated several years ago from Remuera to its current site. it was miraculously and seamlessly put back together by the expert crew from Brown Brothers Builders. As properties go this one has quite a story, eleven pieces were transported by road from Remuera to its current location, then reassembled and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]