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. […]
Terry Bryers from Bruyere Passive Homes has embraced passive house building technology after frustration with New Zealand building systems and what he felt was a lack of accountability and the process. Terry and his team have never looked back. Fifteen years on, he and his team of Fully Certified Passivhaus Professionals at Bruyere Passive Homes […]
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 […]
The Takahe House won Designgroup Stapleton Elliott the NZIA Wellington Architecture Award 2021. Located on the edge of a protected coastal reserve supporting a large number of animal, insect and plant species, the proposed design looks to respect this and seeks to integrate the built form into this unique ecosystem. Materials for the exterior have […]
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, […]
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. The kitchen/living area is a warm and inviting space, thanks to the high stud, over-height glazing, […]
Unparalleled Luxury Awaits in Discovering the epitome of sophisticated living in this stunning estate, where Tuscan charm meets French elegance. This exceptional property is not just a home; it’s a lifestyle experience that celebrates the epitome of European culture set against a backdrop of breathtaking gardens and native landscapes across 8 hectares of private oasis. […]
Capturing this sense of informality was a key design driver in creating a small family home that felt like a retreat, but with simplicity and style. Overlooking the Waikato River and Hakarimata ranges beyond, architect Dan Smith had the opportunity to really make something of his family home. Built by MacKay Construction in conjunction with […]
From furniture to entrance way doors, to a custom-built kitchen, at Lee Bros Joinery we can develop the most comprehensive design from just a simple idea. We encourage our clients to contribute towards the design process as much as they feel comfortable, and are always willing to work with and expand their ideas. Lee Brothers […]
Of all the Stonewood Homes franchises in New Zealand, the Whangerei branch has been making headlines the past few years. In 2021 the company was awarded Gold in the Reader’s Digest Quality Service Awards, recognised for its commitment to quality and service – in the Home Design and Build Services category, as voted by New […]
Another spectacular Registered Master Builders House of the Year Top 100 build for JA Bell – this company just continues to impress. The architectural home also won an kitchen excellence award in the New Home (over $2 million) section and is an entertainer’s heaven. High spec appliances including a Miele pressure steam oven, a remote-controlled […]
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 […]
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 […]
When it comes to interior design trends and creating some of the worlds most premium cooking spaces, the industry often looks to Germany for guidance. Its that attention to detail and precise approach that makes the work of B&E German Kitchens so in demand as designers, collaborating with clients the length and breadth of Aotearoa. […]
We are a property development company made up of a team of expert quantity surveyors, construction industry experts, qualified carpenters, second-generation builders, qualified joiners, frame and truss experts, estimating and trade service fields’ experts, as well as licensed building practitioners. We design, plan, and build properties with purpose and passion. The majority of our […]
This heritage renovation in Hamilton is a complete hidden retreat with all of its special design features tucked away in the middle of the house. And the owners like it that way, according to Trendset Build because it subtly combines the old with the new. This 226sqm dwelling is a superb example of a progressive […]
These gorgeous Hillcrest homes on the North Shore have elegant curves, and the external design would make anyone driving past want to stop and have a closer look. The Urban Refinery was born in 2020 when two couples got together and combined their skills with a desire to make a positive contribution to Auckland’s suburban […]
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 […]