Why Kiwis want more than just four walls and a roof, says new columnist Nathan Miglani of independent mortgage broker Squirrel South Island.
All in New Build
In fine detail
A symbolic moment of birdsong sparked the development of this stunning semi-rural new build curated by Onyx Homes.
Ready and set
Dean McGuigan of Golden Homes on locking in your lending before Christmas.
Opportunities await
Rachael Cone of Total Realty sees the possibilities for families with the upcoming expected changes to the rules around small standalone dwellings.
All in the family
The Prestige Series from Hallmark Homes elevates modern living in Ōtautahi.
In the treetops
This new-build home designed by Arcline Architecture nestles amid a leafy green canopy in Mangawhai, Northland.
The magic touch
Dimension Building brings an architectural vision to life in the Canterbury high country.
Spring into action
Is now a good time to invest in property? Dean McGuigan of Golden Homes has some pointers.
Peaked interest
A brand-new Benchmark Homes show home in Wānaka is brought to life by Lily + Forbes Interior Design.
Mountain magic
A sophisticated sanctuary on the edge of Queenstown showcases the importance of interior design, thanks to Forager Studio.
The shape of you
Designed by Young+Richards, a sculptural delight in T ̄amakimakaurau holds at its core a comfortable family home.
Come together
A celebration of place, friendship and sustainable living, this thoughtful home was designed by Performance Architecture and built by Clive Barrington Construction.
Inside the walls
A contemporary Wānaka cabin hides a surprise – an innovative straw bale system by StrawSIPs
Passion project
For TL Builders and Figure & Ground, great homes come from the craft of designing and building – and understanding the realities of family living.
Urban vertical
A bold design transforms a small site into a grand statement, brilliantly executed by MO Brown Builders, Krush Architecture and Michelle Lamb Interior Architecture.
Building more than houses
Golden Homes Christchurch, says Dean McGuigan, is proudly built on value, backed by experience and powered by family.
Welcome home
Every day is a holiday at this luxurious Far North home by Arcline Architecture – and everyone’s invited.
Brutalist retreat
On a hillside east of Wānaka above the meandering Clutha River, this modernist holiday home from Team Green Architects was designed to frame the views of its breathtaking Central Otago site.
Exceptional circumstances
A challenging design from Threefold Architecture led to masterful execution from Bagley Construction on this Wānaka family home.
A whale of a tale
Inspired by the fluid elegance of a diving whale’s tail, this home, designed and built by Home Factor, merges organic curvature with strong architectural lines.