East Coast / Hawkes Bay
Barbara Baker is an architect based in Napier, and has designed everything from woodsheds, air traffic control towers in both Gisborne and Tonga, and a small observatory for the Hawkes Bay Astronomical Society. Because she operates a small one person practice, she can be more focused, flexible and cost-effective, and is aware of people’s needs, […]
Beautiful natural schist stone is the standout feature of this Arends project designed by Square One Design in Dannevirke. Set in a rural location, there are many stone features both in and around this gorgeous property, and the craftmanship is extremely high-end. Owner Glen Higginson is a multi skilled, licensed designer who has also spent […]
A very high level of craftsmanship by JPW Builders earned this home south of Napier an NZIA Gisborne Hawkes Bay Architecture Award in 2020. This architecturally-designed home takes full advantage of its rural setting with extensive views over the East coast and local vineyards. Clad in cedar and Corten steel, this generous 400sqm home of […]
This low maintenance home in Napier won Gearey Homes the East Coast Registered Master Builder House of the Year regional category (New Home $450,000-$600,000) in 2019. Private and super-secure, the twin-gable house with its open-plan living forms the nucleus of everyday life, designed for functional family times and indoor-outdoor entertaining. The scullery is a brilliant […]
With fabulous views over Gisborne and Poverty Bay, DStevens won a national category award for this ‘Fab One’ home in 2021. Judges of the Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards said the hilltop views are a real standout of this well-located and functional home. It has been built with a 45sqm footprint and […]
Strong, striking and sturdy best sums up this palatial property near Napier, with its commanding hilltop position. Expansive views have been gained through ample glazing, and this ehaus Hawkes Bay property earned Welch Builders a string of awards including regional kitchen excellence and category winner at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards […]
The conundrum for the owners of this Hawkes Bay property was how to maximise the coastal views, without being viewed by the other coastal occupants. Architecture HDT provided the solution. This house presents well to the street without oversharing and allows the homeowners all the delights of living with a view of the bay, without […]
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 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 […]
This award-winning home by Design Builders Hawkes Bay is a fantastic fusion of design, style and pure practicality. Made to attract lots of admiring looks, flow and spectacular views are foundations of the design. There’s an emphasis on style – including the dark exterior joinery. High ceilings and cleverly designed kitchen and bathrooms appeal to […]
Defined as classic Californian design, this Hawkes Bay beauty by Redmond Builders earned the company nine awards at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year in 2019. Located in Havelock North, this spacious family home has all the extras and clean contemporary lines frame light-filled interiors. Modern technology makes life a breeze, and palm […]
This award-winning Landmark Homes Gisborne property is truely something special and that’s why it caught the judges eye at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year awards. As you drive through entry gates and along the circular driveway leading to the portico entrance of this impressive home, you instantly know this place is something. […]