For many New Zealanders a dream of holiday involves sitting at the beach, under a pohutukawa tree on a hot day. Simple pleasures, simple needs. This Cove Construction house provides two of those elements. Located above one of Aotearoa’s most beautiful beaches, this Hahei house not only provides magnificent coastal views and the shade of […]
This elegant villa had all the hallmarks of classic Auckland character—ornate detailing, high ceilings, and generous proportions. Yet, when the new owners purchased it, one thing jarred dramatically with the home’s refined bones: the kitchen. Installed during a previous renovation, it was a slick, imported aluminium design more suited to a high-rise apartment than a […]
A stunning modern home in the heart of rural Mangawhai, Hilltop is a study in style, substance and sustainability. The four-bedroom residence by Smith Construction was always envisaged as a “robust family home”, and with multiple eloquent transitions between indoor to outdoor spaces there is more than enough room to ensure moments of privacy at […]
Wow! is your first thought when you view this Cambridge Show Home, built by the incredibly talented team at Resibuilt. Kieran and Olivia van Dorsten are the husband and wife Directors, that Resibuilt’s stellar reputation is built on. They both bring their unique skillsets to the table. Kieran with over 20 years in the build […]
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 […]
This cabin stands alone, nestled in a patch of native bush, with punga ferns acting as sentinels and the hustle and bustle of modern day living a distant memory. The simplicity of the design is intentional. This award winning cabin, thoughtfully designed by DCA Architects, distances itself from civilisation and with a pared back footprint, […]
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This rural barn-style house with a mono pitch roof was built by Wairarapa-based construction company Rigg Zschokke. Also specialising in commercial as well as residential projects, our company was established in 1934 and we provide exceptional design and build services throughout the Wairarapa and wider New Zealand. What sets us apart is our well established […]
Design, exquisite privacy and awe-inspiring views encapsulate the very essence of grandeur for this stunningly located property. We are proud to present this magnificent 2Ha property that affords exemplary “King of the Castle” vistas over picturesque Coromandel Township, the harbour, Hauraki Gulf, islands and beyond to Waiheke. Glorious sunsets will only be a further enticement. […]
Building outstanding houses in great locations is what Stroud Homes South Auckland is all about, and with over 140 plans to choose from all with various façade options, it is easy to see why they are a cut above the rest. All of their new homes now incorporate the Wise’s home automation system so everything […]
Imagine the pleasure of waking up to these stunning harbour views every morning, while relishing alfresco living on multiple decks during the day and, gazing at magnificent sunsets in the evening. The Client’s design philosophy for this stunning newly built contemporary home, was born by her desire to create a bold statement of strikingly clean […]
An entertainers heaven, this Mastercraft kitchen is sleek and executive with stunning sea views and where everything has its place. Some of the more interesting features include overhead shelving with a specialised hinged joinery door, and a glass-fronted wine rack that compliments the fridge tucked subtly into the side of the bench. Mastercraft Kitchens […]
Re-defining ‘par excellence’ is this exceptional property in the most exclusive of Kinloch residential addresses, ‘The Fairways’. Only a home of this calibre matches up to this sublime location, a mere minute’s walk to the first tee on the internationally acclaimed Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course; the only one of its kind in New Zealand. […]
Imagine waking up embraced by the calm of a coastal paradise, where soft morning light welcomes each day. More than a home, this is an architectural triumph by Curated Build, crafted with elegance and refined for modern living. Perfect for those seeking a serene coastal lifestyle, it’s both the ultimate getaway and an ideal place […]
Donaldson Pools specialise in designer landscaped swimming pools that are in a complete world of their own. We will not only design and engineer a custom-made pool for family and friends to unwind, but we can also create natural rock waterfalls and other special features to completely transform your outdoor space.
Nestled below Mount Kakepuku, this three bedroom home designed by Rob Camden of Maunga Designs has many interesting features. The house is clad in a combination of cedar weatherboards, protruding brick veneer with a bagged finish on the south spine wall, and vertical Trapezoidal profiled metal. Rob said a lot of thought has gone into […]
They say that first impressions last and Ian Neary, owner of Designer Plaster, makes it his business to ensure executive homes and workplaces produce a statement when people walk in. His hand-made bespoke walls and ceilings are more sophisticated than traditional plaster board linings, and his work has taken him into the homes of Sir […]
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, […]