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Featured Project / Havelock North Construction

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 […]

Signature Homes Northland is one of the leading residential home builders in the region, with hundreds of completed homes and many satisfied clients. Owners Craig and Leigh Dackers are proud of their ability to meet clients’ needs, no matter how big or small, and are happy to build both modest single or double-storey homes as […]

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 […]

With expansive views over the Kaimai Range and harbour, this Tauranga home by Kuriger Builders oozes rustic old world charm, blended in perfectly with its high-end modern features. This 500 sqm home won the company both a Top 100 and the Bay of Plenty & Central Plateau New Home ($1.5 million – $2million category) Gold […]

Astute Build teamed up with with AJ Architecture on this renovation on the Te Atatu Peninsula, to overhaul this 1960’s family home.   The footprint of the existing ground floor was increased and a second storey added to create a four bedroom, two bathroom architecturally designed home, with inviting, double-height entry and stairwell, open plan […]

Morgan Pools has decades of experience behind them, and their many prestigious pool awards is testament to that fact. From concept to finishing Morgan Pools custom specialist concrete designs are tailored for you, your property and your lifestyle.

Ideal for coastal living and first homeowners, Haven Coromandel has a ‘Cube’ plan that is designed around the central living/dining/kitchen area. Inside, hard-wearing blonded Strandboard floors are teamed with crisp white interior walls. Large double glass sliders open the entire living area out to the deck. Blonde timber and clean white work beautifully together in […]

This bespoke residence promises a seamless partnership between quality and functionality. The restrained silhouette – a balance of timber, Oamaru stone, and glass – establishes the framework for an interior of extraordinary refinement. Envision a sanctuary of sophistication crafted across a single level with its scale accentuated by a soaring stud and cathedral ceilings. The […]

There can’t be many construction companies around as green as Brogan Builders in Northland. Passionate about staying at the forefront of modern building practices, the company was recognised internationally in 2021, winning the Green Home of the Year Awards in the USA.   Partnering with Formance – New Zealand leaders in SIP technology for housing […]

An impressive home renovation won the Smith and Sons Franklin team the renovation of the year award in 2020 and they have since gone on to multiple awards. Lane and Melissa van den Brink and their team turned this 1990s house into a brand new dream home for their client, who are now empty nesters […]

This iconic home in Mahina Bay was an award winner in the 1980s and had an extensive renovation 20 years later. John Mills Architects was commissioned to refit the entire exterior and interior to be reminiscent of a luxury lodge. There are many hidden surprises with this house.   A panel opens to reveal a secret […]

Perched high on a hill on the wind swept East Coast of Northland is this stunning build by LTD Architectural Design Studio. The driving storms and gale force winds that bear down on this remote site gave the team its most design challenges, creating a home that would withstand the pressures from this extreme environment. […]

Design Builders are widely renowned for their award-winning high-end architectural builds. Jeff Marra, Director of Design Builders Waikato, is definitely no stranger to award-winning projects. As builders, their projects never disappoint in their well-executed and bespoke design. Design Builders are known for their success in the Master Builders House of the year and this year […]

This was one ‘out of the box’ for Arcline Architecture, engaged to complete a new design for this black barn-style project near Kerikeri. The existing building was an old, tired home lacking in upkeep and care. Sporting a faded green roof and overgrown gardens, it was clearly a mammoth project.  However, our clients had a […]

When Nigel Donaldson walks onto a new client’s property, he can instantly visualise where their designer pool should be built.  Specialising in landscaped swimming pools with natural waterfalls and rock features, Donaldson Pools are individually designed and engineered to fit the contours of your property. Completely transforming your outdoor space into an oasis for you […]

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 […]

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 […]

Multi-award winning architectural home builders Maddren Homes won a Regional Category award at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year in 2021, with this stunning show home.  A suburban sanctuary and light-filled oasis that delights at every turn, Nu-wall aluminium cladding and rusticated cedar form a striking façade, the flush-mounted garage door concealed within […]