New Build
David Reid Taupo’s architectural show home was a show stopper at the 2021 Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards. Winning the Bay of Plenty/Central Plateau Show home category for this two-storey house, designed with ultimate family living in mind, it features two separate living areas, three designer bathrooms and four generously sized bedrooms, […]
On first viewing this Mt Victoria house you might presume that it has been in situ for a hundred years, it blends so beautifully with the other wooden villas and cottages in the neighbourhood. That presumption would be incorrect. This newly built house did replace a 1880s cottage, but the owners insisted that the replacement […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Paul McBeath and Mark Ward are the directors of Gray Brothers Builders of Dunedin since 2013, when they realised that by working together, they could continue the legacy of the Dunedin architecture community. We shared a passion for building Dunedin’s finest homes and for bringing young Dunedin builders into the trade. We wanted to pass […]
My home my castle you might be thinking when you view this beautiful Oamaru landmark. Built by Mike Spiers of ATM Builders, this massive five bedroom, four bathroom landmark won the Southern New Home (over $2 million category) at the Registered Master Builder Awards in 2021. There’s even an obligatory dungeon inside, as well as […]
A steep section overgrown in native bush had to be cleared to make way for this beauty on the banks of the Waikato River. The team at Holcroft Prestige thrive on these challenges, and after two months of land clearing, excavation and retaining walls the site was finally ready for a building platform. Owner Nick […]
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 […]
Of all the Stonewood Homes franchises in New Zealand, the Whangerei branch has been making headlines the past few years. In 2021 the company was awarded Gold in the Reader’s Digest Quality Service Awards, recognised for its commitment to quality and service – in the Home Design and Build Services category, as voted by New […]
No expense has been spared in the creation of this exceptional entertainer’s dream home tucked away down a private lane on the edge of the Waikato River. A category winner in the 2019 Registered Master Builder of the Year Awards (new home over $2 million), 8 Great Homes also received a Bathroom Excellence merit for […]
PJ Builders owner Phillip Holland, has built this breath taking and captivating home for his parents in rural Horsham Downs. The property sprawls over 450sqm, having such a significant footprint makes for the ultimate in family living and recreation. Which was all part of the original brief and vision. This incredibly well executed home has […]
A smart design on a small footprint, this 300sqm house packs a lot of punch. Built by LM Architectural Builders and designed by Nic Curragh of Objects, the family home features pitched ceilings throughout, significant structural steel beams and detailed design features – including custom-made sill flashings around the windows. The clients were a lovely couple […]
The impact of this architectural home greets you at the door with its imposing roof standing proud above the rest of the building. Designed and crafted by CJW Build with views overlooking Lake Karapiro, Maungatautari and the Waikato River, a wave ceiling inside crests the 5 metre high, 40 metre long ‘spine’ of the home. […]
Based in Cambridge, Mark May and the team at Mark May Villas & Renovation are renowned for their genuine passion for restoring old villas and bungalows, without taking away the character and wonder that first made them such a popular style of home over the last century. That love for historic residences has been demonstrated […]
This home was built 7 years ago. The home itself comprises of 400 square metres of exquisite living space that is second to none. The 2.8 hectares the house is built on is part of Bream Tail Farm, which enjoys endless views of the Pacific Ocean. The current owners, fell in love with the region, […]
Wake up to the roar of the ocean in this modern new build, with an enviable position overlooking one of the world’s most hallowed beaches. With five bedrooms, three bathrooms and two living areas, this spectacular home is the ideal size to accommodate extended family or friends for weekends or holidays. They’ll certainly be […]
Starting from the blank canvas of a steep Russell township site, Hatchard Builders tackled every aspect of bringing this challenging build to life, from siteworks to code of compliance. Encompassing three different types of retaining – timber, block and rock, and laid out over four levels, it required close collaboration with engineers, architects and most […]