A Modern Family Retreat
David Reid Homes Canterbury’s (DRH) three-bedroom, two-bathroom home has a practical and modern touch that would suit many homeowners. Located on Kirkland Crescent, Highsted,
Explore an Award-Winning Kitchen in Coromandel
A six-bedroom masterpiece by Michelle Gillbanks This kitchen was designed for a new holiday home, located on a beautiful waterway in the Coromandel, by Michelle
Dark mastery
Designer Annika Rowson of Rowson Kitchens was asked to create a bold, dark and unique kitchen, incorporating innovative materials, but to not detract from or
Chef’s delight
This alpine kitchen in Lake Hayes is a fusion of oriental and commercial chic, with clean, straight lines, natural materials and earthy tones. The
Canterbury’s brilliant builds
Canterbury architects have a well-established reputation for designing high-quality and inventive housing. Here are some stunning examples of winning architectural designs from the New
Traditional Refinement
The client’s wanted a spacious ensuite with an air of traditional refinement and elegance, and it is exactly what Christchurch designer Davinia Sutton, of Detail
Clean lines
As homeowners spend more time at home during the pandemic, many individuals are increasingly looking to create an oasis of wellbeing at the heart of
The Natural Choice
New Zealand stone is in high demand as people increasingly prefer to shop local. We’re hearing from customers that as the overseas shipping costs for
Light art
Embodying the skill and artistry that goes into the century- old technique of glassblowing, ADesignStudio’s crackle glass offers lighting that provides striking visuals in both
Inside out
Entertaining outdoors with family and friends is now standard fare for the Kiwi lifestyle and this means our outdoor living areas have evolved far past
Sculptured splendour
Beneath a sculptural copper roof that crests and curves like waves is a home that is expansive yet intimate, crisp yet cosy. The clients wanted
Clyde crib
Clyde Crib, designed by Hamish Muir Architect Director at Mason and Wales Architects, who also happens to be the client’s son-in-law, is a contemporary
Jackson Rise
This beautifully positioned house overlooks the winding Clutha River towards Central Otago’s famous Red Bridge. Before building their dream home on land, the owners built
The latest craze
What’s hot in home design With more people than ever before continuing to work from home and with the increased time spent at home during
Hot homes – in the trees
Protecting a rare stand of totara on a small coastal property, while providing a comfortable space for people, was the major design driver for this
Gable silhouette
This executive home, inspired by the work of Sir Miles Warren, won Greg Young of Young Architects a major award at the Canterbury/Westland Regional ADNZ
The entertainer
Sitting quietly on a generous section in suburban Christchurch, this two-storey entertainer’s dream is an intelligent and creative example of ultra-contemporary design. This exceptional
A secluded gem
This eminently desirable Bradnor Road property sits in an idyllic tree-lined cul-de-sac in Fendalton, adjacent to the Wairarapa Stream. It was designed by Cymon Allfrey
Jacks Point house
Stunning architecturally designed 4 bedroom home with open plan kitchen, dining and living area. Taking full advantage of the beautiful Remarkables mountain range as the
Glasshouse
Our philosophy is simple: to create homes that will stand the test of time, built within budget and on time, to the highest standard possible.
Paradise in Papamoa
With close to 2 decades experience in the building industry, PRD Construction was founded in 2013 by Paul Dent. He wanted to offer a service
The value of design
When buying a home, homeowners wonder if an architect’s house build and/or renovations are worth the money. Fortunately, an Australian study by The University of
NKBA’S Emerging bathroom trends
Showers, tubs and faucets: Larger freestanding showers to accommodate two people with zero-clearance entry, integrated seating and grab bars Larger-format surrounds with fewer grout lines
Contemporary bathroom concepts
As homeowners spend more time at home during the pandemic, many individuals are increasingly looking to create an oasis of wellbeing at the heart of
Heat friendly home design
Homes can be designed to be naturally warm in winter and cool in summer, if they’re built using passive heating concepts. The idea behind passive
Landscapes of distinction
With more than 80 entries, the feedback from the judges is the standard of work, the innovation and scope of the entries this year is
Hot homes
Angular planes and crisp lines overlap and converge in a series of vanishing points that twist around the façade as if the building is forever
Tapping into the top trends
Mixing metals Metal has been an increasingly prominent trend in interior design for the past few years which is here to stay. Integrating glamour with
Slice and dice
If you have an open plan home but yearn to separate sections for specific purposes, then multifunctional zones might be the solution for you.