Canterbury
Great angles feature in this Moncks Bay home in Christchurch by Parsons Construction. This two-storey dwelling of mixed construction includes timber-framing, isolated steelwork and a concrete foundation. The house has four bedrooms and a total floor area of approximately 380sqm. The key design challenges revolved around the house being built on a TC2 site and […]
This seaside house built by John Ross Architectural Builders for clients in Mt Pleasant won several categories at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year Awards 2022. As well as making the Top 100, it also took out the Regional Supreme House of the Year award in the $750,000 – $1million category. The clients […]
Clive Barrington Construction won the 2021 Master Builders Canterbury Supreme New House of the Year Award for a house that steps outside the square to create an artwork in itself. The Fendalton, Christchurch house captures the changing light, sun and shadows beneath a roof that soars and swoops over three separate wings. The design created […]
Blue Summit Construction was involved with this extensive architectural build in an inner city suburb in Christchurch. On this small 7.5 metre wide site, the clients wanted a pool, spa and sauna along with their new house, as well as storage space. Working on a project like this is when you realise that good construction […]
Our designer stone baths, basins and outdoor tubs are handcrafted to fit into any New Zealand bathroom or outdoor space for pure indulgence. Eden Stone bathware is inspired by tropical Indonesia and created using reclaimed crushed quartz, marble and stone – found close to its natural source. We’re looking after the nature we love, and […]
With more New Zealanders looking to express their individuality through interior design, CuCo Design creates copper art installations for all of the functional areas in the home. Professional artist Jasmine Keir teamed up with sales and marketing manager Michelle van der Park to produce unique integrated installations that extend into every area of the home […]
Matisse is New Zealand’s leading supplier of world-class designs that create inspirational places to live and work. With over 30 years of experience in dealing with the international furniture and interior fit-out supply sector, Alan and Jeanne Bertenshaw have forged a long standing reputation and network of connections with the world’s foremost manufacturers, designers, and […]
Architecturally designed, energy-efficient homes. Proven to use 70% less energy than your standard New Zealand building code home. This article features Ebode’s latest showhome in Cambridge. Ebode was born from shared values and a passion for creating homes that truly matter. This vision brought together two experts, Tawa Architecture, led by Brooke Cholmondeley-Smith, and Higgs […]
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 […]
Avenue Architectural Builders won the Canterbury Registered Master Builder of the Year Renovation over $1 million award for this exquisite property with sea views. The renovation and extension of this earthquake-damaged home has created an expansive, ultra-modern residence that maximises panoramic water views. Future-proofing was top of mind in this build, with 40-plus solar panels […]
With more than 50 design awards since 2003, Young Architects in Christchurch stays at the forefront of design excellence. Originally started as Life Style Architecture in 2003, we’ve recently changed our branding to Young Architects to reflect how our architecture has matured. This Merivale house has been modelled on a vernacular gable form seen widely […]
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 […]