abode goes behind the scenes to meet with award-winning interior designer Davinia Sutton and explores what’s behind the success of her company, Detail by Davinia Sutton.
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A family affair
South Architects and LOC Construction formed a formidable partnership in the creation of this outstanding forever home, where strong family connections were paramount.
A golden opportunity
Two families saw a chance to build new memories on an old bach site in Golden Bay, with this outstanding holiday home from Karsten Architectural Design and Golden Bay Builders.
Cheerfully delightful
Despite the challenge of eight neighbouring properties, this beautiful home was skilfully delivered by Simplexity Builders, bringing smiles all-round.
Naturally narrow
Quietly positioned close to the Avon River, this dazzlingly unique home from South Architects and John Garlick Builders is a fine example of how a narrow site never needs to be a hindrance to beauty.
So far, so perfect
This spacious and refined home designed by Lee Johnstone and built by Wayne Murray Builders achieves an inspirational balance between clean, modern lines and timeless, natural elegance.
A resounding yes
The brief was for a home set up for effortless entertaining and easy family living. Sinclair Builders exceeded expectations and picked up a prized award along the way.
Past, present and future
Sharp, architectural forms are deftly woven into the backdrop of rural greenery and peacefulness in this exceptional home by Studio 4 Architects and Jim Reed Builders.
A room with a view
Designed by Johnston Architects and faultlessly executed by DJ Hewitt Builders, this innovative renovation captures stunning coastal views with a refreshing take on outdoor living.
360-degree vision
A flash of inspiration while travelling in Canterbury led to a move south and a collaboration with Craig Brown Construction to create this impressive new home taking in panoramic mountain views from their beloved Mt Hutt to the Port Hills.
A home from home
From an earthquake damaged home to a beautiful new Jennian Home – the homeowners and builders of this riverside residence have created a home that is built to last.
A new chapter
In the heart of Merivale, this sympathetically restored home is a treasured piece of history combined with stunning new elements to complement its English architectural heritage.
A place to be together
For three generations of a family, this thoughtfully designed holiday home, by Stufkens and Chambers Architects, ticked all the boxes with its clever use of space.
Where the heart is
Johannesburg architect Anthony Orelowitz has designed a home for his family that reinvents what it means to make a haven in the city.
Better than ever
The dream of a relaxed, hillside lifestyle led to this outstanding transformation in Cashmere, from an unassuming 1990s plaster home to this sleek cedar-clad renovation from DJ Hewitt Builders.
The big picture
Beauty and sustainability combine in this award-winning home on the banks of the Wairarapa stream in Merivale, the pride of a 40-year career for its owners from Home Trends Builders.
A legacy of breathtaking beauty
Fastidiously built, this home by DCD Ltd is an award-winning example of how a home can be a sustainable masterpiece and an outstanding beauty.
Living outside the box
The desire for a slower pace of life led one family to wānaka, where Chilton and Mayne Architecture and Smitheram’s Building created them a home to match the grandeur of the views.
A sense of adventure
A love of the environment and the great outdoors inspired this elevated Mt Pleasant home. Borrmeister Architects and Parker Construction can be proud of this max-view, hilltop sensation.
Just right for two
Not too big, not too small. When the owners of this Mt Pleasant beauty couldn’t find the two-bedroom home they wanted, they worked with John Ross Architectural Builders to build their gorgeous, compact new home.