Wow! is your first thought when you view this Cambridge Show Home, built by the incredibly talented team at Resibuilt. Kieran and Olivia van Dorsten are the husband and wife Directors, that Resibuilt’s stellar reputation is built on. They both bring their unique skillsets to the table. Kieran with over 20 years in the build […]
One could be fooled into thinking this expansive Waitoki home is a holiday resort with all of the palm trees surrounding this large 550 sqm paradise. Built by Golder Residential, where once this was a rundown, lumpy paddock used by cattle, has now been turned into an expansive family home. The 10ha was transformed using […]
The team at Cambridge Homes South, should be justifiably proud of their latest award winning show home situated in the beautiful rural town of Te Awamutu in the Waikato. John Riggir, Director of Cambridge Homes South states their latest build encapsulates “the best of new home design and innovation that here at Cambridge Homes we […]
Known for their ‘no cookie cutter’ approach to home design, Bosanac Builders teamed up with its sister company Heritage Homes (Auckland South) to create a truly unique home that ticked all the boxes for its professional performer owners With a love of musical theatre, it is no wonder that at the top of the list […]
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 […]
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 […]
Located on a prime section within the boutique subdivision of Coast Papamoa lies this very impressive multi-storied beach house. Maximising generous site covenants and drawing on the client’s wish to integrate strong geometric shapes, the house is a fusion of stacked traditional and functional forms using a sophisticated style of design. This was JBH Building’s […]
These gorgeous Hillcrest homes on the North Shore have elegant curves, and the external design would make anyone driving past want to stop and have a closer look. The Urban Refinery was born in 2020 when two couples got together and combined their skills with a desire to make a positive contribution to Auckland’s suburban […]
Space and Time Landscapes has experience in all aspects of landscaping design, construction and maintenance for both residential and commercial customers. Owned and operated by Layne McDonald in Stratford, Taranaki, he has 20 years of experience in landscape design and construction. After graduating from study of landscape and design, Layne worked in various areas of the […]
This Freemans Bay, Auckland renovation is a wonderful example of revitalising an existing lovely villa. This villa was completely modernised, transforming this home’s appeal but maintaining the look of the existing villa’s charm. The owners of this villa are also renovating the adjoining villa. They were clear they wished to keep the integrity of both […]
Combining performance with luxury, this 360sqm home by Hofmans Builders in Taranaki blends the world’s most powerful Passive House design tools with clever construction and architectural finesse.  This home is built to the eHaus Euro standard and is a ‘certified passive home.’ Hofmans Builders hold the eHaus license for the Taranaki region. – eHaus are […]
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 […]
To understand this house, you must read between the lines. The lines of the boardwalk leading to the front door hint at the excellent views of Te Awarua-o-Porirua Harbour hidden on the other side. The horizontal lines of the shuttered concrete wall in the central living area passively absorbs solar energy and distributes the warmth […]
From humble beginnings as a small café on the rugged west coast back in 2002, Castaways has seen massive growth in its journey to becoming a fully-fledged resort specialising in weddings and conferences. Nestled amongst lush native flaxes, Castaways sits atop the majestic cliffs of Karioitahi Beach’s sweeping coastline. An exciting next stage is taking […]
This four bedroom cedar clad cantilevered home is an architectural masterpiece sitting in the middle of Takapuna, on Auckland’s North Shore. The space around the house boasts a large heated pool, vitex decking and glass pool fencing. Clean contemporary lines take nothing away from the spectacular black V-shaped support under the house, with parking for […]
Multiple award-winning architect Ken Crosson and his team in the Coromandel gained international accolades for this Light Shaft house. An NZIA national architectural winner (2021) and also a finalist in the World Architectural Festival 2021, this house is an exploration of strong sculptural forms that represent the mine shafts of long abandoned gold mines within […]
Waiuku-based d Build has been in business since 2007, and a large part of the team has been working on the new Castaways Resort villa development. Owner Deon Neville admitted he didn’t choose the best year to start in business, during the Global Financial Crisis, but his team has gone from strength to strength. Starting […]
Architect Belinda George designed her own Pukapuka Road house based on inspiration from the surrounding rural landscape. Built by CJ Spurr Builders, this was very much a labour of love in collaboration with her furniture maker husband David White. The exterior resembles a large barn, particularly with all of the galvanised corrugated iron cladding, but […]