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Featured Project / Havelock North Construction

Located in one of Queenstown’s most premium locations, Kelvin Heights, this newly constructed 344sqm (approx.) architectural home is one of a kind, built by the highly regarded Brownie Construction. Upon arrival, a solid stone wall creates a private access to an exposed aggregate motor-court. Enter via a glass pivot door where cedar ceilings and European […]

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, […]

Located at the northern end of Auckland’s picturesque Takapuna beach and with uninterrupted, 270 degree views across to Rangitoto Island and beyond, this legacy property was purchased by the owners from family who had enjoyed and recognised its extraordinary position for many years. Originally designed by award–winning architect Jack McKinney over sixteen years ago, the […]

Astute Build teamed up with with AJ Architecture on this renovation on the Te Atatu Peninsula, to overhaul this 1960’s family home.   The footprint of the existing ground floor was increased and a second storey added to create a four bedroom, two bathroom architecturally designed home, with inviting, double-height entry and stairwell, open plan […]

E Bode Homes

Architecturally designed, energy-efficient homes. Proven to use 70% less energy than your standard New Zealand building code home. This article features Ebode’s latest showhome in Cambridge. Ebode was born from shared values and a passion for creating homes that truly matter. This vision brought together two experts, Tawa Architecture, led by Brooke Cholmondeley-Smith, and Higgs […]

This second featured project for Kanda Homes is also on Winstone House Road, Paerata Rise, and was originally designed by the clients. They wanted a home with no wasted space and a large living area. The home is 206m2 featuring a high 4.5m ceiling in the living area with over height joinery, creating lots of […]

Teayoung Kim is the local Stroud Homes builder in Hamilton. With loads of experience in building, he knows how important a perfect finish is to new home buyers. This focus on quality ensures your new home meets only the highest of standards. With an eye for detail, Teayoung’s passions are interior work and finishing touches […]

Basking on the banks of the Whitianga Waterways, we pay a visit to the new Landmark Homes Showhome. As you drive in to the picturesque town of Whitianga, you cannot miss this latest arresting build by Landmark Homes Coromandel and Hauraki. Will Quigley – Director of Landmark Homes Coromandel and Hauraki, has adhered to the […]

Our clients wanted a dream home built in Point Wells, but there were tricky covenants to work with in the design. At Edwards Builders, we introduced them to our architect and came up with a great design for a 315sqm two-storey house, that the developers accepted into the new subdivision.     We have created […]

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 […]

Sitting on a gorgeous, elevated, and extremely private site in the rural hills of Tauranga, this Whakamarama property is blessed with ever changing coastal views. This is the third property interior designer Terry Walsh has helped his clients with, which he describes as having a “less than perfect” feel about it. “We never set out […]

With more than 50 design awards since 2003, Young Architects in Christchurch stays at the forefront of design excellence. Originally started as Life Style Architecture in 2003, we’ve recently changed our branding to Young Architects to reflect how our architecture has matured. This Merivale house has been modelled on a vernacular gable form seen widely […]

Alpha Construction is a family company that builds from Auckland to Kaitaia. We cover everything with our experienced team including high-end residential, commercial and right through to entry level Housing New Zealand standard homes. These fives homes featured are simple but practical and the open plan kitchen and lounge gives a spacious feel.   From […]

The team at Cambridge Homes South, should be justifiably proud of their latest award winning show home situated in the beautiful rural town of Te Awamutu in the Waikato. John Riggir, Director of Cambridge Homes South states their latest build encapsulates “the best of new home design and innovation that here at Cambridge Homes we […]

Set just metres from the sand, where the scent of salt mingles with sea breezes, this elevated beachside residence by DEC Construction is the essence of contemporary coastal luxury. Designed in partnership with Ian Kohler Architect, the bespoke home captures panoramic sea views and the relaxed elegance of its setting—just moments from boutique shopping and […]

Attention to detail and expert craftsmanship is what makes this brand new home stand out from the rest. With an infallible reputation for innovative work ethic and their ability to venture outside-the-box, it’s no wonder that the team at Grant Stewart Building pride themselves on their ability to tailor any project to the client’s needs. […]

Haimes Building transformed a simple bach into a stunning home in 2020 that earned the company the title of National Supreme winner of a Renovation (over $1 million). The company is no stranger to the Registered Master Builders House of the Year competition, claiming multiple national titles over the years – this being the first […]

A significant renovation of this 1960s home by Fairburn Builders earned the company huge accolades at the Registered Master Builder of the Year awards 2021. With magnificent views of Tauranga’s harbour and looking out to Mount Maunganui, the renovation consisted of an entire reclad, new joinery, kitchen, bathroom and ensuite, interior plaster and paint, as […]