Describing a house designed by Fraser Cameron Architects is difficult. It would be easy to focus on the creative use of raw materials, or maybe the sublime combination of mismatched elements grabs your attention. The multitude of national and regional awards are hard to go past as well, but these aforementioned factors are only present […]
An impressive home renovation won the Smith and Sons Franklin team the renovation of the year award in 2020 and they have since gone on to multiple awards. Lane and Melissa van den Brink and their team turned this 1990s house into a brand new dream home for their client, who are now empty nesters […]
Specialising in architecturally designed homes, bespoke renovations and recladding, Cogan Custom Homes will also tackle any smaller jobs such as renovations and repairs. We provide expert personalised building services across the Whangarei area, including the city and suburbs, One Tree Point, Marsden Cove, Bream Bay, Ruakaka, Waipu, Langs Beach and Mangawhai. While many building companies […]
There were many steps involved in building this luxury holiday bach overlooking the Brynderwyn Hills in Mangawhai Heads. And we’re not just talking about the steps involved in the craftmanship for award winning NF Construction, but the actual 60-metre length of the house (and 6-metres wide). Company owner Nic Foster said that was the reason […]
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 […]
A leading Waikato architect was used to design this beautiful ‘display home’ in the exclusive Cambridge subdivision of St Kilda. Built by Cambridge Building Services, the owners of this new home couldn’t be happier with the result.  They plan to add in a pool which will only add to this home’s broad appeal and […]
Begovich Builders used everything from copper spouting to strong timber cladding, ensuring this Auckland client’s holiday home would perform against the elements, and stand the test of time. Shaun and Hayden Begovich have been building houses and providing extensive renovations for clients across the Waikato for 18 years, and employ a strong team including apprentices […]
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 […]
About The Project The site had big views, so the idea was to capture them in a big way. The outcome: a stunning two-storey five- bedroom home designed to make the most of the Coromandel Peninsula coastal vistas. Perched on a steep site overlooking one of New Zealand’s best-known beaches, the 326sqm north-facing house is […]
Known for their ‘no cookie cutter’ approach to home design, Bosanac Builders teamed up with its sister company Heritage Homes (Auckland South) to create a truly unique home that ticked all the boxes for its professional performer owners With a love of musical theatre, it is no wonder that at the top of the list […]
A stunning mixture of schist both internally and externally was used on this Myross Bush rural property near Invercargill. Designed by award-winning architects Beattie McDowall, the structure of this home is impressive with its exposed trusses, timber ceilings and window frames. There is even an internal den completely lined in schist like an original gold […]
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 […]
Mastercraft Kitchens Wellington (by Your Kitchen Limited) is owned by Tony and Sue Hawes. Over the past 20 years the company has grown into the largest custom-built kitchen manufacturer in the Wellington Region. We service Wellington Central, Porirua, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt, Tawa, Petone, Naenae, Silverstream, Johnsonville, Te Aro, Newtown, Miramar, Rongatai, Wainuiomata, Pencarrow, Trentham, Timberlea […]
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 […]
Large and luxurious with stellar craftsmanship, this Taranaki beauty features stunning vertical cedar cladding that sets the tone. Step into the double-height entry and you’ll see a voluminous space with an exquisite floating staircase and steel screen through which morning sunlight shines. Floor-to-ceiling and carefully placed windows in the living areas provide panoramic views of the […]
David Reid Taupo’s architectural show home was a show stopper at the 2021 Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards. Winning the Bay of Plenty/Central Plateau Show home category for this two-storey house, designed with ultimate family living in mind, it features two separate living areas, three designer bathrooms and four generously sized bedrooms, […]
Set high in the foothills of Mt Pisa, overlooking the Grandview Ranges and the mighty Clutha River, rests Rangi Kahu. Designed by architect James Stockwell and built by Spearhead Developments this multi-award winning home with its multi-faceted ceiling, is inspired by Japanese astrophysicist Koryo Miura’s ‘Miura fold’. The home was a huge technical challenge and […]
B & E German Kitchens are a boutique, bespoke cabinetry company that are dedicated to creating premium kitchens. Each design is as individual as the client. B & E German Kitchens has many years of experience within it’s team and is influenced by European design and functionality. Exquisite attention is applied to every detail and […]