This Freemans Bay, Auckland renovation is a wonderful example of revitalising an existing lovely villa. This villa was completely modernised, transforming this home’s appeal but maintaining the look of the existing villa’s charm. The owners of this villa are also renovating the adjoining villa. They were clear they wished to keep the integrity of both […]
This is a one-of-a-kind property, relocated several years ago from Remuera to its current site. it was miraculously and seamlessly put back together by the expert crew from Brown Brothers Builders. As properties go this one has quite a story, eleven pieces were transported by road from Remuera to its current location, then reassembled and […]
From humble beginnings as a small café on the rugged west coast back in 2002, Castaways has seen massive growth in its journey to becoming a fully-fledged resort specialising in weddings and conferences. Nestled amongst lush native flaxes, Castaways sits atop the majestic cliffs of Karioitahi Beach’s sweeping coastline. An exciting next stage is taking […]
Nick Holcroft, director of Holcroft Prestige is pretty elated with his team’s recent gold winning result in the house of the year competition, taking out the $1.5 million – $2 million new home category. Nick and his team over the years have been one of the top consistent contenders for the gold awards. His gold […]
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 […]
Occupying a semi–rural site in Mangawhai, this 400sqm, five–bedroom builder’s own home is a clever study in luxury and liveability. Lying between the bush line and Mangawhai Heads, the property is the home of Nic and Sarina Foster of NF Construction, an architectural construction and development company focused on crafting high end architectural homes in […]
Paul McBeath and Mark Ward are the directors of Gray Brothers Builders of Dunedin since 2013, when they realised that by working together, they could continue the legacy of the Dunedin architecture community. We shared a passion for building Dunedin’s finest homes and for bringing young Dunedin builders into the trade. We wanted to pass […]
On a kiwifruit orchard just out of Te Puke, Precise Builders completed a 12-month major renovation of this beautiful 40-year-old home. Our company specialises in large-scale renovations and with the current restrictions on international travel, many property owners are choosing to upgrade their homes instead. Making use of the two stories of this rural property, […]
Harry and Karen van der Putten have been around for what seems forever, winning many prizes at the House of the Year awards – the first back in 1993 and many more since, and building many beautiful architectural designed homes in and around the Franklin area. Harry and Karen have always been dedicated to backing […]
There is nothing small about what Rob Littlejohn Builders do – they cover it all, from farm buildings to executive houses and right through to commercial projects. As one of Northland’s most respected builders, we are leading the way in superior detail, craftmanship and building management across all of our construction projects. Whether you are […]
A Wellington design for a Lake Hawea house near Wanaka won Parsonson Architects an NZIA Southern Award for Architecture in 2019. The house sits on a large, gently sloping piece of land at the edge of Lake Hawea and was built to replace an existing cottage, which had been a lakeside crib. The […]
Step into opulence and behold the grandeur of this exquisite front-row mansion crowned on the peak of Paritai Drive, with one of Auckland’s most enviable views. Every corner exudes luxury and sophistication, captivating your senses with its lavish marble walls and floors. The moment you enter, you are greeted by a magnificent foyer adorned with […]
Inspired by his farming heritage, the owner of this Feilding home has created a modern yet rustic retreat. Builders Narley Construction did such a great job that the company won a regional award for Manawatu/Whanganui in the Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards in 2019. The vision was clear from the beginning; take […]
This is a one-of-a-kind property, relocated several years ago from Remuera to its current site. it was miraculously and seamlessly put back together by the expert crew from Brown Brothers Builders. As properties go this one has quite a story, eleven pieces were transported by road from Remuera to its current location, then reassembled and […]
Imagine waking up to breath-taking mountain vistas and meticulously manicured grounds right outside your window. With floor-to-ceiling windows that frame picturesque scenery. The added features of the home continue with a dedicated laundry, powder room and double garage making daily life a breeze. The heart of this architecturally designed home boasts a large open kitchen […]
A bush retreat at Piha earned Riggans Building recognition when Herbst Architects won the NZIA National Architecture Award in 2018 for the Home of the Year. The three-bedroom bach is set back off the beach in the surrounding native bush, and elevated to help optimise the sea views. The outside entertainment and living are set […]
The colour and strong lines of this builder-owner constructed home are a stand out feature of this masterpiece in suburban Hamilton. This cleverly crafted 359sq m Chartwell house makes a bold statement in the suburban neighbourhood, and veers away from the silhouette of other houses. Featuring four bedrooms, three bathrooms (one with skylights), […]


















