This recent installation of a custom-engineered SunPivot louvre roof in a medium-density development in Auckland’s Hobsonville Point demonstrates how an integrated system can materially enhance the outdoor living performance of smaller footprint homes.

The Moderno Heater is quickly becoming the go-to upgrade for homeowners who want to enjoy or elevate their outdoor experience — whether it's for delightful alfresco meals, evening barbecues or simply enjoying a peaceful evening on the patio.

ModePanel Arc is a fully welded aluminium fin panel fence system engineered for strength, precision, and architectural appeal.

Designed for wood gates and screening structures up to 70kg, this hinge combines strength, resistance to NZ conditions and a subtle design.

Discover how thoughtful use of timber — from decking to soffits and wall linings — enables architects to design seamless transitions between indoor comfort and outdoor living.

From enclosing an existing balcony or verandah to designing a new, outdoor area, Window Treatments offers a range of durable and attractive exterior products that can help designers enhance outdoor living areas. 

ACMF screens filter sunlight, create privacy, and define space, and are perfect for introducing texture and depth without adding bulk in smaller settings such as townhouse courtyards or apartment balconies.

Vynco’s stylish Metro X range of outdoor lighting and its clever Sunset Switch are designed to light up your garden at a light level preset on installation.

How BiForm’s Solid Composite Decking brings sustainability and long-term performance to outdoor spaces without compromising on style.

Viking Roofspec's structural grate floating deck system allows the use of tiles as thin as 15mm, enabling true indoor-outdoor continuity while reducing deck weight. 

With engineered timber beams, posts and rafters — and a free design service — Prolam makes it easy to create pergolas that are strong, stylish and made for life outdoors.

Plymasters Gaboon Plywood lines the internal ceiling of the Villa Thomas Project and carries onto the external soffits, resulting in a harmonious indoor-outdoor flow and an inviting outdoor space.

If you’re looking to transform a backyard into an entertainment hub, an outdoor pizza oven is a standout upgrade. This guide will walk you through everything from types and fuel sources to space requirements and whether it’s worth the investment.

Dekton surfaces bring elegance, durability and design continuity to this outdoor kitchen by Modi Design and Three-Sixty Architecture.

A well-specified balustrade preserves outlook, supports natural light, enhances perceived space, and contributes directly to mental wellbeing, particularly in high-density developments where every square metre matters.

StopDigging’s Groundscrew system provided a lightweight and efficient solution for installing boardwalks and decks on the challenging site — a reclaimed swamp with extremely poor ground conditions. 

Summer’s coming — and so are the decking deadlines. Stay ahead with Millboard: the decking solution that installs fast, looks great, and is built for tough New Zealand conditions.