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An enviable property in the heart of New Zealand’s slow living capital, Bluestone Estate is a private compound that invites you to unplug from the hustle and sink into luxurious coastal living from the moment you arrive at its gates. The conceptual mastermind behind the significant build was Auckland-based practice, Neu Architecture, which was formed […]

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 […]

Quality home renovation specialists RD Construction thrive on challenges, and the team loves transforming your spaces into something that you will love.  With this home renovation we gave the existing living areas a new lease of life, allowing the family to better utilise and modernise the space that they already have. Extensions can also be […]

Strong, striking and sturdy best sums up this palatial property near Napier, with its commanding hilltop position. Expansive views have been gained through ample glazing, and this ehaus Hawkes Bay property earned Welch Builders a string of awards including regional kitchen excellence and category winner at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards […]

Unparalleled Luxury Awaits in Discovering the epitome of sophisticated living in this stunning estate, where Tuscan charm meets French elegance. This exceptional property is not just a home; it’s a lifestyle experience that celebrates the epitome of European culture set against a backdrop of breathtaking gardens and native landscapes across 8 hectares of private oasis. […]

A leading Waikato architect was used to design this beautiful ‘display home’ in the exclusive Cambridge subdivision of St Kilda. Built by Cambridge Building Services, the owners of this new home couldn’t be happier with the result.   They plan to add in a pool which will only add to this home’s broad appeal and […]

For this lush South American inspired beach house overlooking the Coromandel coast, Matt Deeb Architects had to work in with his Swiss clients remotely for the final part of the design, due to border closures.  Situated in Pauanui/Tairua, the entire frontage of this bush retreat opens up to expose the seascape below.   Matt Deeb […]

It was no straight forward renovation for this luxury home at Piha, that has set the standard for Passivhaus design in New Zealand. Some describe this astonishingly ambitious retrofit as simply extraordinary, and there is definitely more to this Eco-Bach than meets the eye. And as builder Terry Bryers of Bruyere Passive Homes explains, “the […]

With design studio’s in Cambridge, Waihi Beach and the Bay of Plenty, LAD Architecture specialises in a full range of architectural & interior design services, that can be tailor made to suit your requirements. This project was a contemporary but low maintenance beach house designed for a professional family with a desire to create precious […]

Starting from the blank canvas of a steep Russell township site, Hatchard Builders tackled every aspect of bringing this challenging build to life, from siteworks to code of compliance.  Encompassing three different types of retaining – timber, block and rock, and laid out over four levels, it required close collaboration with engineers, architects and most […]

Gold Kitchens Ltd specializes in custom designed kitchens and cabinetry. ​We create your dream kitchen by using only the best quality hardware and materials sourced locally and from around the world. Your project will be managed right through the installation process so you can be assured everything falls into place perfectly.

Candela Design is a mother-daughter business duo based in the Waikato, specialising in interior design for both residential and commercial properties. Chrissie and Leonie started the business in 2017 and are starting to establish a real name for themselves in the industry, particularly now they have a beautiful homeware store to showcase their products. Chrissie […]

With a view like this overlooking Lake Hayes in the Queenstown Lakes district, no wonder the owners of this luxury home by YBL Building made outside dining a priority. Spectacular Southern lakes views are served up from this 260sqm home, and the full height windows with cantilevered deck, matched with a glass balustrade, really open […]

This home was built 7 years ago. The home itself comprises of 400 square metres of exquisite living space that is second to none. The 2.8 hectares the house is built on is part of Bream Tail Farm, which enjoys endless views of the Pacific Ocean. The current owners, fell in love with the region, […]

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 […]

Blue Summit Construction was involved with this extensive architectural build in an inner city suburb in Christchurch. On this small 7.5 metre wide site, the clients wanted a pool, spa and sauna along with their new  house, as well as storage space. Working on a project like this is when you realise that good construction […]

Large and luxurious with stellar craftsmanship, this Taranaki beauty features stunning vertical cedar cladding that sets the tone. Step into the double-height entry and you’ll see a voluminous space with an exquisite floating staircase and steel screen through which morning sunlight shines. Floor-to-ceiling and carefully placed windows in the living areas provide panoramic views of the […]

Defined as classic Californian design, this Hawkes Bay beauty by Redmond Builders earned the company nine awards at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year in 2019. Located in Havelock North, this spacious family home has all the extras and clean contemporary lines frame light-filled interiors.  Modern technology makes life a breeze, and palm […]