This sleek yet laid-back modular-design cabin in South Africa is the perfect place to create a lifetime of holiday memories.
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Sea change
Blue-sky thinking by Nic Owen and Josephine Backhouse of Nic Owen Architects means every day is a holiday in their family home on the Christchurch coast.
Shade the way
SunCraft gives the lowdown on upgrading your outdoor living with comfort, safety and style in mind.
Material difference
Get the look without the maintenance with Millboard Envello Cladding by Forté.
Face value
Not all exterior plastering systems are created equal. Resene Construction Systems can offer peace of mind.
Get entertaining
Want to create your dream kitchen but don’t know where to start? Trends Kitchens has some good news.
Peak performance
A high-performing, energy-efficient home in Sumner, designed by Urbanfunction, shows the vision of what’s possible for housing in Ōtautahi.
Shifting sands
In a variety of rich colours, these fully customisable bathroom basins from Living Design are 3D printed – from sand.
Bright ideas
A cleverly designed family home in Mallorca, Spain, combines technical architectural innovation with colourful traditional touches.
All set
Polished plaster and microcement by Claddagh Plastering are ideal finishes for those looking to add a touch of luxury.
Bathroom essentials
Inspiration and design solutions from Aotearoa’s experts, whether it’s for easy updates or full-scale renovations for ensuites, bathrooms and powder rooms.
Change the dynamic
Switch up your kitchen to suit every possibility with the Blum Revego pocket door system.
Cutting edge
An innovative shower design by Empire Glass that’s as practical as it is stylish.
Amp up your place
Discover the power of retrofitting, says Sarah Carson of eHaus.
Breathe easy
Thinking of a sustainable, healthy and energy-efficient home? Premium Homes has something for everybody.
Outside the box
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.
Ōakura house
Case study: A look inside a certified Passive House by Sustainable Architecture and eHaus.
A need to vent
A quality ventilation system in your new build is a breath of fresh air, says Glenda Brown of eHaus.
In the winter sun
Bring the heat: From high-tech to hands-on, experts in the heating business tell us how to get warm and stay cosy as the temperatures drop.
Cooling
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.