This delightfully unpredictable home in Cass Bay, designed by Bull O’Sullivan Architecture, demonstrates that the journey of building a home can be just as magical as the end result.
All in Materials
Ōakura house
Case study: A look inside a certified Passive House by Sustainable Architecture and eHaus.
A reprieve from the ordinary
This luxury lodge in the heart of the South Island has been flawlessly designed by Warren and Mahoney, and then meticulously built by Hoogervorst Builders. It is a sight to behold.
Serene beauty
Look up from the shores of Ligar Bay, Tasman region, and you can’t miss the impressive yet restrained holiday home of Mark and Liz Ahern, designed by Young Architects.
Embracing change
An extensive renovation in rural Canterbury was a collective effort by long-time collaborators, beautifully brought to fruition by Gregg Architectural Builders.
Best in show
Hallmark Homes has been successfully building homes for over 25 years, and this show home is the perfect example of its next-level superior design excellence.
Structural engineering
Future Proof: Experts in all areas of building and renovating share their experiences and insights on the innovations, best practices and popular trends we can look forward to in 2024.
Flooring
Future Proof: Experts in all areas of building and renovating share their experiences and insights on the innovations, best practices and popular trends we can look forward to in 2024.
Windows
Future Proof: Experts in all areas of building and renovating share their experiences and insights on the innovations, best practices and popular trends we can look forward to in 2024.
Taking the first steps
Celeste Benefield of Wanaka Interiors takes us through the process of engaging an interior designer.
The Jetty House
This high-performance Lake Taupo holiday home with high-end style is an excellent case study for eHaus, says Jon Iliffe.
Feeling super
This new Canterbury home designed by Bob Burnett Architecture checks the boxes as a sustainable, certified Superhome that is also a joy to live in.
Where the heart is
Stu Bell Construction created this Waitaha Canterbury new build home for a very important client – Stu’s mother.
Best of both worlds
This family collaboration, with Archco Architecture at the fore, led to a refined mountain retreat – perfect for all seasons.
Heart and soul
Architectural designer Barry Connor and builder Nick Parsons put together an appealing blend of old and new to create a comfortable character family home in a leafy Christchurch suburb.
In the limelight
The plan was for this new Rangiora home to be a standout and, as both homeowner and builder, Elliott Dale of Daleco Built knew exactly how to achieve it.
Summer edit
abode stylists curate the latest colours, furniture and accessories for the new season.
A Canterbury duo
Keen to learn from previous successes, Jennian Homes Canterbury now offers two distinct Display Homes to the Ashburton audience.
Inside and out
This spacious home built by LOC Construction shows how a modern home can fit seamlessly into its natural surroundings.
Step out in style
Sprucing up your space? Here’s your one-stop guide to the best backyard or balcony.