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Featured Project / Havelock North Construction

On an East-facing canal of the Whitianga Waterway features this Cove Construction home built for a retired Southland farmer and his wife. The owners brought their love of Central Otago schist north, and you’ll find it everywhere from the fireplace surround, internal-external feature wall and on the letterbox outside. Modernity meets rustic charm, and on […]

Fifty tonnes of schist from Gibbston Valley were shipped to one of the classiest streets in Takapuna for this Cape Cod Home. Grand and rustic all in one, this house features a triple-pitched roof with luxurious lodge-inspired interior similar to the architecture the owners had seen at Huka Lode, Kauri Cliffs and Millbrook Resort. They […]

B & E German Kitchens are a boutique, bespoke cabinetry company that are dedicated to creating premium kitchens. Each design is as individual as the client. B & E German Kitchens has many years of experience within it’s team and is influenced by European design and functionality. Exquisite attention is applied to every detail and […]

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There is something quite magical about this idyllic waterfront property, and the craftmanship involved in building this wonderful home is a talking point in itself. Perhaps it’s also the energy of the site that makes it so special, having originally housed one of the last remaining Auckland Tramcars many years ago. The House Company won […]

This rural barn-style house with a mono pitch roof was built by Wairarapa-based construction company Rigg Zschokke. Also specialising in commercial as well as residential projects, our company was established in 1934 and we provide exceptional design and build services throughout the Wairarapa and wider New Zealand. What sets us apart is our well established […]

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 […]

With 374m² (+/-) of impeccably crafted quality construction surrounded by mature trees, 4 Cardigan Street offers a private resort-style retreat in the heart of historic Arrowtown. The elegant, understated façade showcases bagged schist stone and cedar. Prepare to be wowed as you step inside, with the ground floor alone featuring a carpeted four-car garage – […]

Set amidst picturesque landscapes and total privacy, this family homestead stands with a rich heritage and architectural sophistication. This grand estate has been meticulously evolved through thoughtful renovations and extensions instructed by Clarkson Architects, along with stunning architecturally landscaped grounds by Hamish Moorhead, making this one of Hawke’s Bays finest properties. An exquisite blend of […]

Mastercraft Kitchens Wellington (by Your Kitchen Limited) is owned by Tony and Sue Hawes. Over the past 20 years the company has grown into the largest custom-built kitchen manufacturer in the Wellington Region. We service Wellington Central, Porirua, Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt, Tawa, Petone, Naenae, Silverstream, Johnsonville, Te Aro, Newtown, Miramar, Rongatai, Wainuiomata, Pencarrow, Trentham, Timberlea […]

Rob Camden of Maunga Designs, talks on one of his latest projects with pride and excitement. Rob’s client’s dream was to build a unique home that is at one with it’s surroundings, utilising recycled materials to retain a rural, unfettered charm. This home is built high up in the hills at the back of Cambridge […]

This Contemporary Homes build overlooking Ruby Bay was placed in the Top 100 for the Registered Master Builders House of the Year in 2021. Also taking out the New Home $750,000- $1 million category for the Nelson/Marlborough/West Coast, the site overlooks Ruby Bay, with eastern views of D’Urville and Rabbit islands. A three-bedroom home with […]

Mark May Villas, is family owned and passionate when it comes to renovation and restoring character homes built in earlier years. Mark, his son Hadleigh and the team at Mark May Villas, are immensely proud of playing their part in conserving a bit of history for the families who own them. Mark, Hadleigh and the […]

There’s a new construction company on the horizon in the Waikato, that is branching out from renovations and extensions into home building packages as well. New Horizon Construction based in Te Awamutu, is now also trading as Cavalier Homes Waikato, and 2023 is an exciting year for builder/owner JP Liebenberg. The former South African started […]

This Taupo showhome is Design Builders’ modern take on classic New Zealand country house style. The expertly designed floor plan makes the most of spectacular views across the lake and beyond to Mt Tauhara.     Carefully positioned to maximise sun, the covered outdoor areas, on the east and north, extend the living space into […]

Experience the pinnacle of urban luxury within Auckland City’s exquisite penthouse sanctuary. Here, two gracefully curved sofa lounge suites command attention, offering a haven for relaxation against a backdrop of awe-inspiring cityscape vistas. This space embodies sophistication and is meticulously crafted with hosting and entertainment at its heart. Immerse yourself in a realm of opulence, […]

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. […]

This is a one-of-a-kind property, relocated several years ago from Remuera to its current site. it was miraculously and seamlessly put back together by the expert crew from Brown Brothers Builders. As properties go this one has quite a story, eleven pieces were transported by road from Remuera to its current location, then reassembled and […]