The dream of a better life took one young Auckland couple from the rat race to the wide-open spaces of Rolleston, where they built their ideal lifestyle with Golden Homes.
All in New Build
Twice the style
The team from Nathan Cook Builders had their work cut out delivering two beautiful homes on this prime Fendalton site, and the experienced team rose to the challenge with stunning results.
High on a hill
Nestled high on Huntsbury Hill sits this alluring, unique vision in steel, cedar and glass from Peter Dunbar Architectural Design and New View Construction.
Built to last
With high density building on the rise, living in a townhouse is increasingly becoming the norm. Abode profiles a recently completed example, just north of Christchurch’s picturesque city centre.
Zen harmony
This calm, airy, light-filled Merivale residence was designed with entertaining and relaxation in mind by Borrmeister Architects and Alpine Housing. Warm cedar and cool Timaru bluestone are used both within and outside the home, imbuing it with a sense of balance and tranquility.
How to find your home ground
First home, second home, or investment, the location of where to build is critical. Abode’s home build expert, Dean McGuigan from Golden Homes, offers his advice on the factors to consider when finding the right area.
Getting it right first time
When it comes to building your first home, a little bit of knowledge goes a long way. abode's new home build expert Dean McGuigan, is ready to tackle the tough questions about getting your first project underway.
Building a bright future
This sleek black and white dwelling from Golden Homes holds the promise of a dream lifestyle for first-time buyers, where style, quality and space combine for easy, modern living.
Elevated elegance
Built as both show home and family home, this brand new John Ross Architectural Builders’ hillside creation combines comfort, quality and stunning good looks.
Raising the bar
The experienced team behind the development of Lady Wigram Village set out to create the ultimate retirement complex. The result is an elegant, state-of-the-art complex and thriving community, loved by those who call the village home.
Southern beauty
A unique location with commanding uninterrupted views of Lake Wānaka and the Southern Alps beyond provide a cinematic backdrop for this luxurious and imposing home, from Johnston Architects and CDL Building.
Partners in design and performance
The time spent at home during lockdown seems to have spurred the renovators among us to life, and designer Davinia Sutton and trusted partner Oakleys Plumbing Supplies are here to help, working together to create beautiful kitchens and bathrooms.
Enduring style
For the owners of this elegant Mt Pleasant creation, the decision to work with Young Architects resulted in a hillside home that far exceeds their expectations.
A stone's throw
We are lucky in New Zealand to never be far from the sea. Homeowners, Jan and Graeme Dasler of Kaikōura, sealed their love affair with the sea by building an idyllic waterfront home with the help of LMC Building and Construction.
A breath of fresh air
For a family who dearly missed having space to roam and gather with friends, their exceptional new home, beautifully executed by Exo Construction, was a sight for sore eyes.
Rustic chic
A sleek architectural update on a rustic barn, this family home in the green belt of Cape Town, has elegantly layered interiors that beautifully complement its spectacular mountain view.
Urban retreat
When thinking of an urban retreat, images of luxury, relaxation and calm spring to mind. It is precisely that sense of peace that Geoff Tune Architecture set out to achieve in this delightful family home in Fendalton.
Out on a limb
The owners of this stunning Merivale home put their daring and unconventional plans in the capable hands of The Woodsmith, and the result is a superb modern home with cutting-edge interior style.
Shaping the future
With the completion of this stylish, space-efficient Lyttelton showcase, Shaped Architecture puts enjoying your own architecturally designed home firmly within reach.
Building on the past
At the corner of Armagh Street and iconic New Regent Street, this inner-city apartment, built by Dan Saunders Construction, gently honours Christchurch's architectural history while pointing clearly towards the city's vibrant future.