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The design of this Tui Glen residence is both fresh but with strong bold lines, particularly in the bathroom around edging of the cabinetry and mirrors. Newton & Kay is a collaborative interior design studio based in the Bay of Islands. Driven by a passion for soulful design, our ethos is to create beautiful spaces […]

This Mount Maunganui beachfront property was purchased with the intention of updating a piece of iconic local architecture. While the general form of this building was clean, the materials and junctions had lacked maintenance for a number of years.  The structure was essentially looking tired and not functioning as it should.  Our clients wanted to […]

At Mastercraft Kitchens Whitianga, we will ensure that your kitchen is everything you ever dreamed it would be. Owner/operator Carol and Tony have a showroom in Whitianga where you can view the latest in kitchen, bathroom and laundry design.   Together we are able to create designs that incorporate your needs and desires with efficiency […]

High in the hills of Christchurch sits this renovated masterpiece by Williams Elvidge, earning it accolades at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year Awards 2022. The four-bedroom home has wide views across the city and beyond, and renovations to the property have enhanced the post-earthquake integrity of the house, but have also transformed […]

At Tim Whittle Homes we believe integrity is crucial and we work with excellence to bring you something of the highest standard. We have worked hard to develop a set of systems that ensures every job, from start to finish, is completed to the highest standard – even the bits you can’t see! We take […]

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 […]

Nothing has been spared in this luxurious beach house at Omaha by Brackenridge Builders, that embraces pure indulgence on all levels. From the in-house cinema completely soundproofed and featuring leather tiered seating, to the elaborate wine library and opulent outdoor pool, this weekend retreat has it all. Design Point Architecture set the scene and created […]

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 […]

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 […]

Designed with ultimate functionality in mind, this generously proportioned Cambridge show home features expansive living areas which enjoy uninterrupted views across the garden and alfresco area.  With a built-in bar area, this home is an entertainers dream and there is ample storage space throughout, with plenty of open shelving. At just 232sqm, this beautiful home […]

With a contoured site high on the Napier Hill and local council restrictions that could be described as inhibiting, Tess Fenwick Architects were challenged to create a private home in a tight situation. The final result lends itself to the often repeated, and the scientifically inaccurate quote involving diamonds, coal and pressure.  This house, with […]

This stylish, sun drenched house hides a secret. From the street it looks compact and neat as a pin sitting on an elevated section, on stepping through the front door you realise the hidden secret is space. In fact this house has Tardis like qualities and is evidence that Adobe Homes knows how to build […]

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, […]

Complete Renovations is a quality building contractor specialising in home renovations and extensions, with over 20 years of experience. Our expertise ranges from highly complex architectural projects, such as adding a storey, or converting a basement, to bathroom and kitchen renovations, to home or room additions, as well as shop fit outs and light commercial work.   These services are provided all […]

Aspiers Building (Andy Spiers) is all about getting out there and doing it. No pretenders approach to working, where simple simplicity rules, just well finished and precise work. Be passionate, be inspired and make a difference. As Sir Peter Blake said “To win, you have to believe you can do it. You have to be […]

Let us turn your vision for a new home into a reality. At Lehmann Building, we are leading new home builders in Waikato and the surrounding area. We have experience building all sizes and style of house, we’re fully certified, and our workmanship comes with a 10-year guarantee.     We will work closely with […]

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 […]

Matisse is New Zealand’s leading supplier of world-class designs that create inspirational places to live and work.  With over 30 years of experience in dealing with the international furniture and interior fit-out supply sector, Alan and Jeanne Bertenshaw have forged a long standing reputation and network of connections with the world’s foremost manufacturers, designers, and […]