An inner-city Auckland garden bordering a neighbourhood park has been redesigned into a sub-tropical sanctuary by Seed Landscapes. Landscape designer Donna Stanish reconnected the house and pool by creating generous entertaining areas and stepped platforms floating above the garden. Kwila timber platforms link the family room on the lower level to the swimming pool, and […]
If you are looking for a rustic barn-style house in the country or something more sophisticated and stylist, then Van de Den Builders have the answers. Based in Whitianga and owned by Jamie (Vandy) and Candice Van de Ven, every project is managed by Vandy personally, and he is involved through all of the stages […]
The design of this Tui Glen residence is both fresh but with strong bold lines, particularly in the bathroom around edging of the cabinetry and mirrors. Newton & Kay is a collaborative interior design studio based in the Bay of Islands. Driven by a passion for soulful design, our ethos is to create beautiful spaces […]
Bathroom renovation specialists EJ Building had two projects make the finals of the TIDA Bathroom of the Year awards in 2021. Owner Elliot Johnson received a Highly Commended for the renovation of a1920s home, where a change of layout allowed the inclusion of a larger, double shower zone. The copper tapware and floor tiles gave […]
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 […]
Based in the Far North in Kaitaia, StonecraftNZ Pools understand that water is essential to life. We bring in the best of design, materials, experience and workmanship to your swimming pool. We also bring the latest in technology to keep your pool water looking and feeling great. We not only build award-winning pools and spas, […]
On a site that already contained existing buildings, Modello was tasked with constructing a new house incorporating and recycling the existing garage-studio, while maintaining the cottage for separate rental accommodation. The site bounds the Waipu River estuary and has views over towards Bream Bay and Bream Head, with mature pohutukawa trees forming its eastern boundary. […]
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 […]
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 […]
G.A Scarfe Builders Ltd is owned by Graham and Sue Scarfe of Hastings. Their family owned and operated business was established over 60 years ago and provides services nationwide. They have clients ranging from residential homeowners through to commercial and industrial businesses, and can provide quotations and recommendations for your projects on any scale. Established […]
This heritage renovation in Hamilton is a complete hidden retreat with all of its special design features tucked away in the middle of the house. And the owners like it that way, according to Trendset Build because it subtly combines the old with the new. This 226sqm dwelling is a superb example of a progressive […]
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 […]
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 […]
This full house renovation involved stripping the house back to its bare bones, and then designing an all new floor plan, opening up the main living area and creating a master suite down one end of the house. The sleek black exterior was finished with Abodo cladding system, shadowclad ply and hardies with abodo battens, […]
This beautiful character-style home at Dyers Pass was built in 1914 but the Christchurch earthquake caused some damage to the property, and Character Builders came to the rescue. We restored the house to what it was by removing features like ceiling roses, skirting boards and repairing the architrave, and then reinstalled them on completion. The house […]
A renovation of this Golden Hills Road rural property by Renovate Me Nelson included an extension to increase the living area, and opening up the house to the amazing rural views, the large garden and swimming pool. Exposed macrocarpa trusses, new barn doors and open plan living add to the country feel of this home, […]
Houses on sloping sections such as this fantastic build are our speciality at Wellington Builders Ltd. Our company has been providing top quality services to its clients since 1988, building high spec homes. Â We understand that building projects are often stressful, and for that reason we aim to alleviate the pressure as much as possible […]
Smith & Sons Taranaki are your local renovation builders specialising in home alterations and extensions. Owned and operated by local builder Paul Hamlin, a fully qualified certified and licensed builder with 20 years experience in construction, you can rest assured that Smith & Sons Taranaki are the perfect choice for renovation builders in the region. […]