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, the show home showcases a spacious design with immaculate materials and strong workmanship. A single-level home designed to be family-friendly and gives a homely
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 Gillbanks of Kitchens by Design in Auckland. The warm and welcoming space features organic and earthy hues, materials and textures. The space is
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 obstruct the view. The space needed to be functional for a family that entertains frequently. A custom rangehood was designed to not only make a
This alpine kitchen in Lake Hayes is a fusion of oriental and commercial chic, with clean, straight lines, natural materials and earthy tones. The kitchen features two islands. At one end of the chef’s island is a cantilevered teppanyaki grill mounted in Ceasarstone. On the pastry island, Ceasarstone
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 Zealand Institute of Architects’ awards, which set a benchmark for the country’s buildings and recognises the contribution of architects to their towns and communities. Black
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 by Davinia Sutton, delivered. The tessellate tile floor with a palette of warm white and charcoal tiles provides a strong feature and sets the tone
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 their home – somewhere that they can enjoy as a private retreat to de-stress and unwind Among the most popular trends when it comes to
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 alternative materials increase and as delivery times extend, genuine Central Otago schist is a clear winner next to the imported products that aim to match
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 form and luminosity. The award-winning lighting design and manufacturing practice presents an assortment of handblown crackle glass lights that create spectacular light patterns in a
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 the humble deck. We have seen a trend towards multi-purpose outdoor living areas that are not only practical, but also incredibly stylish spaces. Award-winning garden
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 gezelligheid (the Dutch term for conviviality, friendly, enjoyable and cosy), and that’s precisely what they’ve got. The roof, a complex feat of construction, rests atop
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 take on early Central Otago miners’ huts and agrarian farm buildings. The house design includes a generous open-plan kitchen, dining and living area with outdoor
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 one on the Ocean & called it home while they sailed around the South Pacific for 10 years. This lifestyle has now heavily influenced the
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 lockdown, interior design in 2022 will be reassessing the functionality and versatility of spaces. This year we have seen that the functionality of the
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 modest holiday house designed by Arthouse Architecture. Lifted above the forest floor and tucked under the canopy, three small buildings linked by open but sheltered
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 Resene Architectural Design Awards. The project called ‘Gable Silhouette’ won the Residential New Home over 300sqm Architectural Design Award, and also the Residential Interiors Architectural
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 home from Metzger Builders won the Supreme New Build of the Year grand award, as well as the New Home over $2 Million and the
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 Architects to replace a home lost in the 2010/2011earthquakes and was awarded the 2016 National Residential New Home over 300sqmArchitectural Design Award. Cymon Allfrey Architects
