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Guides & Ideas

Different types of roofing materials: which is best for your needs?
If you're looking to build a new home, the type of roofing material you choose is incredibly important. Besides being one of the largest financial outlays for your project, it will also affect the way your home is perceived and greatly influence your day-to-day living experience too.
A guide to choosing the best whiteware for your home
A guide to choosing the best whiteware for your home
Guides & Ideas
24 September 2023
5 MIN READ
From cooking meals to cleaning clothes, whiteware appliances are integral to our daily lives. With 50 years of experience, we spoke to Selectrix Wānaka to learn what to consider when choosing whiteware for your home.
9 different types of cladding in New Zealand: pros and cons
9 different types of cladding in New Zealand: pros and cons
Guides & Ideas
10 September 2019
10 MIN READ
First impressions matter, and they last. So, when building or renovating a home, one of the most difficult, time-consuming and important decisions will relate to the choice of exterior cladding. Whether a new build or a reclad, the cladding options are vast, each with their own benefits and quirks.
What I Wish I’d Known About Creating a Brief: The Key to Designing a Home That Truly Works for You
ArchiPro Editorial Team
22 April 2025
5 MIN READ
What I Wish I’d Known About Setting Up for Success: Lessons from Homeowners & Experts Who’ve Been There
ArchiPro Editorial Team
21 April 2025
5 MIN READ
Understanding the benefits of low-carbon concrete for your project
Casey Arden
31 March 2025
3 MIN READ
Where to install acoustic panels for optimal effectiveness
Casey Arden
29 March 2025
3 MIN READ
Natural stone pool coping: the ultimate guide for homeowners
Cassie Birrer
24 March 2025
3 MIN READ
Tailored warmth: the benefits of bespoke hydronic heating design
Yohei Guy
17 March 2025
7 MIN READ
Curves, Lines and Design Flexibility: Straightcurve’s Solutions for Every Landscaping Need
Annabelle Taurua
12 March 2025
5 MIN READ
Curating Timeless Interiors with Guthrie Bowron’s Expertise
Annabelle Taurua
11 March 2025
4 MIN READ
Exploring Your Wardrobe Options: Built-in, Freestanding or Fixed?
Annabelle Taurua
09 March 2025
3 MIN READ
Navigating E2 Compliance: A Guide for Architects and Specifiers
Annabelle Taurua
05 March 2025
3 MIN READ
Building from the ground up with slab insulation
Cassie Birrer
03 March 2025
4 MIN READ
How to get the best out of your floors: care and maintenance advice from the flooring experts
Amber Suckling
25 February 2025
3 MIN READ
Macrocarpa timber stars in this award-winning 1184sqm lodge
Casey Arden
24 February 2025
3 MIN READ
Reorganise and declutter for the new year with advice from the storage experts
Amber Suckling
22 February 2025
3 MIN READ
Advice from the experts: how to choose the right garage door for your home
Amber Suckling
11 February 2025
3 MIN READ
3 tips for choosing the right lawn for your project
Casey Arden
08 February 2025
3 MIN READ
Achieving Sustainability Through Quality Interiors
Annabelle Taurua
08 February 2025
3 MIN READ
Specialised vs. Full-Service Agencies: Choosing the Right Partner for Your Architectural Projects
Annabelle Taurua
26 January 2025
4 MIN READ
A seaside dwelling’s unrestrained design approach to rare Amazonite stone
Casey Arden
21 January 2025
3 MIN READ
Building Within the Landscape with Jason Frater Builders
Annabelle Taurua
19 January 2025
3 MIN READ
Permeable concrete: a sustainable, future-proof solution for residential and commercial properties
Amber Suckling
18 December 2024
3 MIN READ
How to maintain your investment in Oamaru and Hinuera stone exteriors
Casey Arden
09 December 2024
3 MIN READ
The power of water for healthy New Zealand homes
Casey Arden
08 December 2024
4 MIN READ
Why is installing solar power a smart move for your business?
Amber Suckling
08 December 2024
4 MIN READ
Personalised living: improve your home with automation
Cassie Birrer
07 December 2024
3 MIN READ
Entertain all night long with these outdoor lighting tips from the experts
Amber Suckling
30 November 2024
4 MIN READ
Crafting bespoke timber furniture to last generations
Cassie Birrer
25 November 2024
3 MIN READ
Experience Mediterranean-inspired sculptures, intricate water features and a touch of moss
Casey Arden
25 November 2024
3 MIN READ
This St Heliers kitchen design exceeds constraints and expectations
Casey Arden
17 November 2024
3 MIN READ
A superior pitched roofing solution for homes in New Zealand and the Pacific Islands
Cassie Birrer
11 November 2024
3 MIN READ
The Hawke’s Bay building company dedicated to strong relationships and project efficiency
Cassie Birrer
10 November 2024
3 MIN READ
How to protect your relocatable tiny home with a ‘waterproof jacket’
Casey Arden
05 November 2024
3 MIN READ
A step-by-step guide to using Resene's Colour Selector Tool
Annabelle Taurua
30 October 2024
2 MIN READ
Top 3 ways to enhance a petite bathroom
Casey Arden
28 October 2024
3 MIN READ
How to improve water resilience in your next project
Cassie Birrer
28 October 2024
4 MIN READ
Furniture for life: why we’re flocking to local, custom-made furniture
Casey Arden
27 October 2024
4 MIN READ