As more Kiwis choose to build new homes, increasingly they want more out of them. They aspire to live in homes that are not only comfortable, but homes that make life easier and more enjoyable too.

What began as a straightforward replacement of a 48-year old membrane turned into a more complex project, with the need to create a fall using a lightweight system that wouldn’t raise the height of the parapet. 

Taking its cues from its picturesque location, Mahia Retreat is a triumph in timber — outside and in.

The Enviro AAC Intertenancy Wall system ticked all the boxes for two recent developments — offering fire and acoustic performance, and time savings on site. 

StopDigging’s groundscrew foundation system helped to speed up the construction programme while contributing to a lower carbon build for Te Āwhina Marae papakāinga.

The AeroBarrier air sealing system was used to increase airtightness in the home, achieving an airtightness level of ACH 0.85.

With the goal of fully converting a riverside boathouse into a family home, unique drainage issues had to be dealt with, through the use of inground lifting stations.

Windows from Altherm Window Systems arranged in a slim panorama along the home’s façade capture a fresh aspect of the bay and Awaroa Godley Head.

The narrow space-saving footprint, lightweight construction and cost effectiveness of GIB Barrierline made it ideal for this new high-end terraced housing development in the heart of Henderson.

Every detail of the heritage building was carefully maintained or replicated with a focus given to colour-matching the heritage paint colours, inspired by early drawings of the heritage-listed building.

Take a look at some of the award-winning education projects for 2024 that use modulyss commercial carpet tiles.

Explore the advantages of Durapanel’s IT Wall System, enhancing construction with efficient, adaptable, and robust solutions for modern building needs.

With a design that unifies the school's Catholic values harmoniously with nature, the new teaching block at St Dominic’s College in Henderson incorporates Havelock and Awake carpet tiles from Advance Flooring to create an inspirational interior.

The Metwood woodgrain coating was key to creating the natural timber finish without compromising on durability.

The Mangawhai Estuary House showcases Nuralite's Nuratherm Warm Roof System, highlighting its durability, and ability to accommodate complex roof shapes, and support solar panels.

Exceptional environmental credentials and high performance won Paperfaced it’s place on the walls of this architecturally designed home in Taranaki.

The 2023 National Supreme House of the Year boasts exceptional thermal performance. A key element? Outright's Enertherm PIR insulation in the walls.

Peter Bielski, owner of Ethos Homes, is passionate about wool. "Wool is such an integral part of our builds," he says, "it helps keep indoor temperatures stable and comfortable all year round."