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Exploring New Zealand's diverse house styles, inside and out
New Zealand is a country with a fascinating history in residential architecture with a myriad of housing styles that have dotted the landscape during a relatively short period of time. This becomes even more evident when looking to build or buy a home — something that can quickly become overwhelming when trying to distinguish one style from the next and which might be best for you.
Why timber treatment levels are essential to understand in New Zealand
New Zealand's capricious weather conditions place exacting demands on exterior timber. We spoke to South Pacific Timber and KLC to learn about timber treatment levels and their economic viability to protect buildings over time.
Swimming pool designs that are shaping the outdoor living spaces in our homes
Our outdoor living spaces have increasingly become an important part of our homes as private sanctuaries and social hubs we enjoy throughout the year. For many, the swimming pool is the focal point, making its design crucial to the functionality, aesthetics and experience of the space. If you're thinking about adding a swimming pool to your home, knowing about all the aspects of its design will help you pick one that works best for you.
Building riverside retreats in New Zealand
Building riverside retreats in New Zealand
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Meet Ainsworth & Collinson: two generations of builders bringing Hawke’s Bay homes to life
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Stand out with a bespoke gate design
Stand out with a bespoke gate design
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The indispensable role of architects in your home renovation
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Wood stain colours to protect and elevate your home
Wood stain colours to protect and elevate your home
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Works of art: how these bespoke New Zealand rug makers turn artwork into rugs
Works of art: how these bespoke New Zealand rug makers turn artwork into rugs
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The invisible induction cooktop for seamless kitchen design
The invisible induction cooktop for seamless kitchen design
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Meet the small business transforming Kiwi garages with tailored storage solutions
Meet the small business transforming Kiwi garages with tailored storage solutions
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Create the ultimate space for winter entertaining with a bespoke outdoor louvre system
Create the ultimate space for winter entertaining with a bespoke outdoor louvre system
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A light-filled home pays homage to the landscape, taking in spectacular views to Ocean Beach.
A light-filled home pays homage to the landscape, taking in spectacular views to Ocean Beach.
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A corrugated-topped seaside dwelling invites contemplation from every angle.
A corrugated-topped seaside dwelling invites contemplation from every angle.
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Cubist elegance settles amongst the schist landscape
Cubist elegance settles amongst the schist landscape
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The essence of design: these wood fires redefine spaces
The essence of design: these wood fires redefine spaces
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Building your dream home with Havelock North Construction
Building your dream home with Havelock North Construction
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Resene x ArchiPro 2024 Colour Forecast
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What to know: the craftsmanship behind bespoke furniture design
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The latest landscaping trends transforming outdoor spaces in New Zealand
The latest landscaping trends transforming outdoor spaces in New Zealand
Yohei Guy
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Embracing style and sustainability with glass mosaics
Embracing style and sustainability with glass mosaics
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Exploring New Zealand's diverse house styles, inside and out
Exploring New Zealand's diverse house styles, inside and out
Yohei Guy
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The finer details: learn how to choose door handles from the experts
The finer details: learn how to choose door handles from the experts
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Swimming pool designs that are shaping the outdoor living spaces in our homes
Swimming pool designs that are shaping the outdoor living spaces in our homes
Yohei Guy
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The latest trends in contemporary interior door handles
The latest trends in contemporary interior door handles
Cassie Birrer
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5 ways to elevate your small home build
5 ways to elevate your small home build
Cassie Birrer
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The future of office spaces: trends in commercial design and construction for 2024
The future of office spaces: trends in commercial design and construction for 2024
ArchiPro Editorial Team
06 December 2023
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5 bathroom design ideas inspired by nature
5 bathroom design ideas inspired by nature
Cassie Birrer
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How a louvre roof can elevate your entertainment space year-round
How a louvre roof can elevate your entertainment space year-round
Cassie Birrer
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Are blinds better than curtains? Weighing style, function, and investment
Are blinds better than curtains? Weighing style, function, and investment
Yohei Guy
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Why timber treatment levels are essential to understand in New Zealand
Why timber treatment levels are essential to understand in New Zealand
Natalie Clement
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Residential waterproofing: how to protect your home
Residential waterproofing: how to protect your home
Cassie Birrer
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The art of entertaining: how to choose the right tableware
The art of entertaining: how to choose the right tableware
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In conversation with New Zealand artist and wallpaper designer Emma Hayes
In conversation with New Zealand artist and wallpaper designer Emma Hayes
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Complete artisan rug customisation, refined over centuries
Complete artisan rug customisation, refined over centuries
ArchiPro Editorial Team
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The value of storage in multi-unit residential interior design
The value of storage in multi-unit residential interior design
Natalie Clement
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5 MIN READ
The secrets of modern country design
The secrets of modern country design
Natalie Clement
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Victorian character meets modern luxury in this Palmerston North residence
Victorian character meets modern luxury in this Palmerston North residence
Natalie Clement
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The most popular interior design styles shaping Kiwi homes
The most popular interior design styles shaping Kiwi homes
Yohei Guy
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