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Fast Fox Construction is the name behind this remarkable new residence in Tapuae Country Estate, a showcase of contemporary design, expert craftsmanship, and enduring quality. Based in New Plymouth, the award winning building company is known for bespoke architectural projects that reflect each client’s vision, whether luxury homes or versatile cabin solutions. Their forward thinking […]

Nestled in the Wayby Valley, one hour north of Auckland, is Tracy’s 110 acre dry stock farm. Tracy purchased the farm over 25 years ago and has poured her love, creativity and unique vision into the property to create a peaceful sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Tracy’s creativity also extends […]

Smith & Sons Taranaki are your local renovation builders specialising in home alterations and extensions.  Owned and operated by local builder Paul Hamlin, a fully qualified certified and licensed builder with 20 years experience in construction, you can rest assured that Smith & Sons Taranaki are the perfect choice for renovation builders in the region. […]

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 […]

Scott Mackenzie runs a successful family building business based in Thames, covering the entire Coromandel Peninsula and Waikato areas.  His wife Holly works behind the scenes of the running of the business, and they have both enjoyed family home by renovating old to new and modern. Our point of difference is that honesty is at […]

There is a good chance that when Mal Corboy designs a kitchen for his clients he’ll be invited back for dinner. The award winning designer with 25 years experience said many of his clients have become good friends – and it’s not just because he’s brilliant at his job, but that great design takes time. […]

This award-winning Landmark Homes Gisborne property is truely something special and that’s why it caught the judges eye at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards. As you drive through entry gates and along the circular driveway leading to the portico entrance of this impressive home, you instantly know this place is something. […]

LOCHRYAN BUILDERS are fully licenced Bay of Plenty builders. Ryan, Rhys, Jordan and Kirt, leave a fantastic lasting impression in person and so do their finished projects. Ryan, has an eye for detail, high quality workmanship, professional project management and has a talented team to meet all your building requirements. This is what Ryans clients […]

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 […]

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 […]

Hand-made feature trusses, solid oak timber flooring and Italian stone tiles feature in this award winning Mitchell Builders home in Paparoa. We are Master craftsmen builders with more than 40 years experience building exceptionally designed homes. We also specialise in commercial projects such as new offices, government infrastructure, as well as retail complexes and educational […]

Welcome to a scene of sanctuary… a true haven where nature, views and stunning contemporary design combine to create a wonderful sense of calm. The property, which borders the world famous Driving Creek Railway, comprises 1.1Ha, with a large portion being protected under a QEII National Trust Covenant that will continue to enhance the natural […]

One look at this property and it’s clearly apparent, it bears the aura of an estate more commonly associated with international VIP status. It begins with a private site covering around 5810 square metres of lush grounds in the lifestyle area of Tamahere’s Twin Oaks Drive. That alone sets the stage for exquisite park-like seclusion, […]

Graphite Architects specialises in high-quality, contemporary residential design throughout New Zealand, and are well known for clever, functional and pragmatic architecture. Owner Glenn O’Connell has an open approach with clients, involving them and their own ideas from inception, keeping them in the forefront of their project, and thereby instilling a sense of true ownership of […]

Established in 2015, Coventry Construction began as a one-man operation led by founder Josh Coventry. In its early days, it was just Josh forging his path in a demanding environment that often felt like a pressure cooker, where every challenge sharpened his resolve, patience, and mental fortitude. It was under these conditions that he learned […]

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 […]

This stunning piece of  land facing the iconic Kapiti motu, deserved a beautiful house and Cameron Builders have more than delivered. The house sits lightly on its beachfront section, not overwhelming the natural environment, instead complimenting it with hazy blues and grey colour tones. The exterior is predominantly covered in cedar, with cedar battens used […]

Nestled along a bustling main arterial road, this remarkable property stands as a testament to thoughtful design and innovative architecture. Confronted by towering neighbors to the North and South, this narrow site demanded a strategic approach that would preserve privacy within the house, all the while basking in abundant sunlight from the North, taking in […]