Our modern colonial show home in Paerata Rise shows just one of the many building options that Navigation Homes can offer. This property is a taste of villa-meets-modern design perfection, offering loads of living space with the addition of home + income separation upstairs. Navigation Homes has been operating in the Counties area since 2007. […]
This project started from a bare paddock on a heritage farm near Mt Kakapuku, with the landscaping underway well before the house construction. The design was evolved around the architectural building plans and involved hundreds of massive feature rocks sourced off the nearby mountain, riverstone walling, an extensive natural style stream, waterfall, pond and swimming […]
Ideal for coastal living and first homeowners, Haven Coromandel has a ‘Cube’ plan that is designed around the central living/dining/kitchen area. Inside, hard-wearing blonded Strandboard floors are teamed with crisp white interior walls. Large double glass sliders open the entire living area out to the deck. Blonde timber and clean white work beautifully together in […]
The desire to be close to water, is strong here in New Zealand. It might be the calming effect of the ebb and flow, maybe the cleansing nature of water or even the knowledge it sustains all life, whatever it is a house that is flanked by water on two sides is blessed. HAMR Home […]
Discover the perfect blend of luxury, style, and functionality in this stunning sunny Tauroa Valley property. Designed by Architect Pierre du Toit and located just moments from Havelock North village. With high-spec, bespoke finishes and on-trend features, this expansive home plus spacious covered entertainment patios, offer the ultimate in modern living. Step inside to be […]
Discover the epitome of modern living in the highly sought-after locale of Kawaha Point. This remarkable home embodies contemporary elegance both inside and out. With a single-level design, this property prioritises comfort and convenience, offering the ideal lock-and-leave lifestyle. The journey begins with an open-concept floor plan that welcomes you into a sleek black kitchen. […]
Grand and inviting, this large 900sqm house in Karaka was built by Redgwell Construction, on a rural 2.5ha riverside section. Designed by Wright Architecture and built by Aaron Redgewell and his team over 14 months, the three level custom-built home has a complex standing seam roof, suited to withstand New Zealand’s climate. Combining the best […]
Recladding an existing building can pose a myriad of challenges, but the complete reworking of five two-bedroom homes was something that Lobell Construction relished. This project won the company both the Registered Master Builders of the Year regional category for Waikato, as well as a Gold award for Renovations over $1 million. The project […]
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 […]
Penny Homes has been building award-winning homes in the Taupo region for many years. In 2021 the company won the New Home ($450,000 – $600,000) category in Nukuhau.  The three-bedroom barn-style design has a separate wing that makes it so versatile – it can be shut off from the rest of the house to minimise […]
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 […]
Anita Thomas offers a thorough range of interior design and project management services with her AT Home business. Established in 2010 and serving the Wellington region, her interior design business ranges from working on single rooms, to full house lots in a huge range of different design tastes and styles.  Every project she treats as […]
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. […]
Perched high on a hill on the wind swept East Coast of Northland is this stunning build by LTD Architectural Design Studio. The driving storms and gale force winds that bear down on this remote site gave the team its most design challenges, creating a home that would withstand the pressures from this extreme environment. […]
Houses on sloping sections such as this fantastic build are our speciality at Wellington Builders Ltd. Our company has been providing top quality services to its clients since 1988, building high spec homes. Â We understand that building projects are often stressful, and for that reason we aim to alleviate the pressure as much as possible […]
An earthquake rebuild on a hillside site with uninterrupted views of the surrounding Canterbury Porthills, this DJ Hewitt masterpiece made it into the Top 100 awards in 2019. Situated in the luxury suburb of McCormacks Bay, the quake of 2011 left their new home in ruins, and, like thousands of other displaced Christchurch residents, found […]
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 […]
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 […]