Creating a home that you’re proud of should be an exciting prospect. But, without proper planning and industry knowledge, the process can be stressful, intimidating and challenging. Refresh Renovations was established to alleviate homeowners of these stressors caused by the many common pitfalls of renovating. At Refresh, our approach is founded on thorough planning and […]
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, […]
On a kiwifruit orchard just out of Te Puke, Precise Builders completed a 12-month major renovation of this beautiful 40-year-old home. Our company specialises in large-scale renovations and with the current restrictions on international travel, many property owners are choosing to upgrade their homes instead. Making use of the two stories of this rural property, […]
The new layout of this kitchen included extending the area slightly to give our clients a larger space, and knocking out a few existing walls so they could have an open-plan family room with a separate formal living room. These two spaces are divided by a one-of-a-kind barn door to represent the country living. A […]
Having spent over 20 years working as an engineer, Shamrose Chaudhry knows how to manage various projects successfully. The Refresh Renovations Whangarei consultant previously worked in the oil and gas industry, and his exposure to world-leading regulations and efficient, safety-driven procedures brings an invaluable skill set to the renovation industry. But beyond his attention to […]
A stunning mixture of schist both internally and externally was used on this Myross Bush rural property near Invercargill. Designed by award-winning architects Beattie McDowall, the structure of this home is impressive with its exposed trusses, timber ceilings and window frames. There is even an internal den completely lined in schist like an original gold […]
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 […]
Perched atop the ridgeline over the Waimea Inlet, this entertainer’s residence enjoys all day sun and panoramic views. The brief of this job was to design a house with maximum views whilst incorporating elements of privacy for the owners, and incorporate natural timber features into the cladding and interior. Key features of this house include […]
The Takahe House won Designgroup Stapleton Elliott the NZIA Wellington Architecture Award 2021. Located on the edge of a protected coastal reserve supporting a large number of animal, insect and plant species, the proposed design looks to respect this and seeks to integrate the built form into this unique ecosystem. Materials for the exterior have […]
Hugged by the Karangahake forests and the Kaimai Ranges, through the last bridge towards Waihi from Paeroa, this farmland home reminds us of the essence of living simply, the importance of our environment and quiet family moments. It signifies a humble architecture bravely holding its own on the hilltop, a return to our collective necessities […]
Te Pakeke is located in the southern township of Wanaka surrounded by the lake and mountains, designed primarily as winter retreat. The house is set within a courtyard perimeter wall, providing layers of space for occupants as an extension of house whilst also providing shelter from cold prevailing winds. Solid concrete walls and glazed openings […]
Architect Belinda George designed her own Pukapuka Road house based on inspiration from the surrounding rural landscape. Built by CJ Spurr Builders, this was very much a labour of love in collaboration with her furniture maker husband David White. The exterior resembles a large barn, particularly with all of the galvanised corrugated iron cladding, but […]
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 […]
Providing both the real deal when it comes to grass, and the superior alternative artificial grass in Hamilton, Cambridge and Auckland, Seemax Lawns and Landscape guarantees the highest of quality in greenery. Our services don’t just stop there. Is your overgrown garden around your home or workplace getting out of control? Seemax Lawn and Landscapes […]
Our latest technology will transform your new space from design right through to end product with our amazing range of services. Mastercraft Kitchens Whangamata offers a complete range of interesting features for your kitchen, laundry, shelving spaces and wardrobes with our design and installation services. We pride ourselves on being able to work within your […]
At Mastercraft Kitchens Whitianga, we will ensure that your kitchen is everything you ever dreamed it would be. Owner/operator Carol and Tony have a showroom in Whitianga where you can view the latest in kitchen, bathroom and laundry design. Â Together we are able to create designs that incorporate your needs and desires with efficiency […]
An entertainers heaven, this Mastercraft kitchen is sleek and executive with stunning sea views and where everything has its place. Some of the more interesting features include overhead shelving with a specialised hinged joinery door, and a glass-fronted wine rack that compliments the fridge tucked subtly into the side of the bench. Mastercraft Kitchens […]