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Featured Project / Havelock North Construction

The conversion of this historic church in Petone involved the skills of many skilled designers including Di Baker Interiors. Formerly the Wesley Church built in 1883, the exterior scheme for this unique project required careful selection of historic colours highlighting the beautiful lancet windows, intricate details of the church facade whilst ensuring a seamless blend […]

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 […]

Designed by Team Warburton Architects, showcasing unparalleled exterior and interior design. Imagine an elegant ski chalet that combines North American and European design with modern living. The home and cabin sit proudly on the 3,578sqm (approx) parcel of land; being just under an acre so close to the lake, this is a rare opportunity not […]

Another Top 100 build – these gems are hard to find, and making this level at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards is a huge achievement. This four-bedroom holiday home from Beck Building was made to suit several generations. The property also had to make the most of the beautiful Lake Taupō and mountain […]

Venture into the Mangaroa countryside to experience this wonderful rural 300sqm home set on 4.1 hectares.  Built by Thorner Construction, this stunning residence epitomises country style, with modern functionality. Upon entering this property through the front door, you will be greeted with the welcoming ambience created by the stunning pitched ceilings and wood-look porcelain floor tiles, […]

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. […]

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 […]

This stunning home in Pine Harbour has a modern theme with a rustic twist and has been fitted out with high-end materials both inside and out. Built by G Donaldson Builders, this project was our first entry in the Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards, and custom-built houses with individuality are our specialty. […]

Providing both the real deal when it comes to grass, and the superior alternative artificial grass in Hamilton, Cambridge and Auckland, Seemax Lawns and Landscape guarantees the highest of quality in greenery. Our services don’t just stop there.  Is your overgrown garden around your home or workplace getting out of control?  Seemax Lawn and Landscapes […]

An award-winning home in the heart of the Queenstown Lakes district, Owens Building did an impressive job of this Lake Wanaka architectural beauty. Designed by Rafe Maclean Architects to capture the stunning mountain views, the company won the Builders Own Home category in the Southern Registered Master Builders House of the Year 2022. Described by […]

A renovation of this Golden Hills Road rural property by Renovate Me Nelson included an extension to increase the living area, and opening up the house to the amazing rural views, the large garden and swimming pool. Exposed macrocarpa trusses, new barn doors and open plan living add to the country feel of this home, […]

With little imagination you could transport yourself to a Tuscan inspired Estate. Privately positioned, this distinctive Tamahere property is sculptured into its idyllic 1.1 hectares of established landscaped grounds. This high-end designed, Master Build homestead has undergone significant renovations, and is ready for its new owners. Villa Bella exudes a sense of poise and calm […]

Our family has provided premium bathroomware for New Zealand architects, homeowners, developers, builders, and plumbers for over 65 years. This experience has shown us the lasting legacy of quality.  From the durability and safety that comes from high quality base materials, to the superior functionality of German engineering. From the time-consuming hand-crafted finishes passed down […]

Bayside Construction is a Whitianga based building company, specialising in new builds and renovations.  With ongoing projects coming up including in the Whitianga Waterways, our recently-established, family owned building company specialises in high quality residential construction. Director Caleb Jennings has more than 20 years experience working both in New Zealand, Germany and Austria.   The […]

The Takahe House won Designgroup Stapleton Elliott the NZIA Wellington Architecture Award 2021. Located on the edge of a protected coastal reserve supporting a large number of animal, insect and plant species, the proposed design looks to respect this and seeks to integrate the built form into this unique ecosystem. Materials for the exterior have […]

With an attitude that embraces any project, any scale and any budget, Vosterman Architects know that ‘good’ design is flexible and dynamic. It can even transform a small, south facing, steep site into a family home that functions perfectly and enjoys breath taking harbour views. This team of architects, with 28 years of experience, recognise […]

Light and bright is the simplest way to describe this house. To create a home with clean, modern lines such as this, takes expertise and attention to detail, especially in the finishing touches. It is crystal clear that A1 Homes Wellington knows how to create a streamlined home. With shades of Resene quarter foggy grey […]

Wackrows has been providing quality timber and manufactured products for over 40 years. Based in Cambridge and servicing all of the Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Auckland, Wackrows caters for all your wooden joinery requirements, specialising in doors, windows, kitchen and bathroom cabinets, wall units, shelving and more. With a focus on traditional craftsmanship combined with modern techniques, we […]