This Tutukaka home built by Richard Hilton Jones Builders is something spectactular, and won the 2020 New Zealand Institute of Architects regional award. Designed by Herbst Architects, and with views to the Poor Knights Islands, the home sits comfortably amongst the surrounding bush. Made from a natural balance of different building materials, including rammed earth […]
This house is designed for a family who enjoys entertaining and sharing quality time with each other. Each space is thoughtfully laid out for maximum enjoyment and ease of living. Albert van Vliet Architectural has ensured that living well is a priority here. At the heart of the home is a resort style outdoor living […]
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 […]
Hayden Roose Butcher doesn’t like being told something can’t be done – particularly when it relates to building. So whether that is your dream home or his, the experienced builder of 18 years loves a good challenge. There were plenty of hurdles for Hayden when he purchased a steep bumpy section three years ago, but […]
Located close to Sumner Beach, this family home has been rebuilt after the Canterbury earthquakes, and will now live on to serve new generations of the same family. The home that formerly stood here was crafted by the current owner’s father. Due to quake damage, it needed to be demolished but many of the materials […]
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 […]
It was a real family affair for Grant and Monique Jury with their latest retirement project in Morrinsville. The father and son build between Grant and Daniel also saw the young builder taking over the family business – Jury Design and Build, which has serviced the Waikato for 40 years. The Louvre-tech system on the […]
This stunning architectural build overlooking Omaha estuary features Abodo Eco-timber cladding
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 […]
The conversion of this historic church in Petone involved the skills of many skilled designers including Di Baker Interiors. Formerly the Wesley Church built in 1883, the exterior scheme for this unique project required careful selection of historic colours highlighting the beautiful lancet windows, intricate details of the church facade whilst ensuring a seamless blend […]
The old world charm of this Cambridge cottage has been brought to life by GD Pringle, and the extension blends a mix of the old with the new seamlessly. The interior of the laundry, bathroom and main bedroom suite have all been designed by the client themselves, who specialise in recreating new internal spaces. There […]
Tucked away in Merivale with a sense of grandeur, this Fleetwood Construction award-winning build is striking and elegant. The entranceway, nestled beneath one of the cantilevered crowns, draws your eye, enticing you inside. Designed by O’Neil Architecture, the company concentrated on keeping the forms and detailing simple and well-proportioned. By opting for a ‘less […]
The name Haigh has been synonymous with building in Northland for four generations. The current company of Haigh Developments Limited, is a family owned company that prides itself on customer satisfaction and a high degree of accuracy and quality, which is our motto; one cannot be achieved without the other. Our work varies […]
Graeme Farrell Builders is no stranger to the build industry, with close to 50 years of experience. Owner Graeme Farrell is a Morrinsville based builder, born an bred and has built all types of projects from new builds, renovations to light commercial. This is a team whose experience comes from very much a hands on […]
This striking home is another Landmark Homes Coromandel and Hauraki success story. This gorgeous large elevated, light and architecturally designed home makes the most of the picturesque canal waterways. Will Quigley (director) and his team at Landmark Homes based in the Coromandel are proud to have worked with these discerning clients and have been integral […]
Turning this house at Horsham Downs into a haven was a delight for the Rupert and Marshall team based in Hamilton. Interior designer Melanie Marshall brought this house to life using a variety of textures amongst a range of different furniture to add warmth in many ways, and the cushions and throws add the final […]
Rob Camden, principal of Maunga Design and Gavin Brown of Waikato Build, have worked together successfully on many projects over the years and this project is no exception. Situated on the flat on the outskirts of Pirongia township, which is a beautiful small, rural Waikato Town. This site enjoys picturesque views taking in Mt Pirongia, […]
Specialists in architectural building and multiple award winners, when Auckland–based Lewis Build won the contract for this contemporary Takapuna build it was a matchmade in heaven. Designed by Mercer and Mercer Architects to the nth degree, it was up to Ben Lewis and his team at Lewis Build to bring their vision to life, and […]


















