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7 best tiny homes in New Zealand that inspire and amaze
The construction of tiny homes has taken off in a big way in New Zealand as more and more people get drawn to the lifestyle of living with less. With this building boom have come some incredible architectural innovations from those looking to maximise every aspect of their designs. From an impressive list of projects, we selected the best tiny homes in New Zealand that showcase excellence at every turn with astonishing results.
An important heritage site in Wellington was developed into a medium-density housing project that honours its history
A five-year journey from concept to completion took a hilly site in Wellington from a heritage-listed Catholic school to a medium density housing development that celebrates the history of the site.
9 innovative and inspiring passive houses in New Zealand
The interest in passive houses in New Zealand has never been stronger with more and more people looking to sustainable and energy-efficient designs for their homes. A few have already taken up the challenge, completing some incredible passive house projects showcasing tremendous ingenuity and design flair that is nothing short of inspiring.
The long and short of it: the hidden complexities behind a monolithic linear build
The long and short of it: the hidden complexities behind a monolithic linear build
Nick Forrester
05 September 2023
4 MIN READ
Hugging the landscape, this stepped pavilion home is a contemporary expression of Victorian villa archetypes
Hugging the landscape, this stepped pavilion home is a contemporary expression of Victorian villa archetypes
Amber Suckling
04 September 2023
3 MIN READ
A stunning terraced development showcasing the best that medium-density has to offer
A stunning terraced development showcasing the best that medium-density has to offer
Nick Forrester
04 September 2023
5 MIN READ
Daniels Reef Lookout: the serendipitous manifestation of a young surfer's dream
Daniels Reef Lookout: the serendipitous manifestation of a young surfer's dream
Courteney Searle
02 September 2023
8 MIN READ
10 stunning villa renovations in New Zealand to inspire you
10 stunning villa renovations in New Zealand to inspire you
Yohei Guy
27 August 2023
6 MIN READ
Curves, kauri and colour: inside the beautifully offbeat Muriwai home that celebrates rural living
Curves, kauri and colour: inside the beautifully offbeat Muriwai home that celebrates rural living
Nick Forrester
22 August 2023
6 MIN READ
Homewerk cabins: the beauty of living small
Homewerk cabins: the beauty of living small
Amber Suckling
20 August 2023
4 MIN READ
11 weatherboard houses in New Zealand worth celebrating
11 weatherboard houses in New Zealand worth celebrating
Yohei Guy
16 August 2023
6 MIN READ
A minimalist mountain cabin on the slopes of Mount Iron
A minimalist mountain cabin on the slopes of Mount Iron
Natalie Clement
14 August 2023
5 MIN READ
North Piha's sculptural surf life-saving tower is both a sanctuary and a stage
North Piha's sculptural surf life-saving tower is both a sanctuary and a stage
Courteney Searle
14 August 2023
5 MIN READ
Crinkle Cut house: a playground for light and shadow
Crinkle Cut house: a playground for light and shadow
Amber Suckling
13 August 2023
4 MIN READ
A clifftop residence inviting visitors down towards the sea
A clifftop residence inviting visitors down towards the sea
Natalie Clement
13 August 2023
3 MIN READ
A relaxed, rural family home in the shadow of Te Mata Peak
A relaxed, rural family home in the shadow of Te Mata Peak
Natalie Clement
12 August 2023
5 MIN READ
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre: a landscape referencing the Avon River, Ngāi Tahu identity, and the vibrant heart of Christchurch
Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre: a landscape referencing the Avon River, Ngāi Tahu identity, and the vibrant heart of Christchurch
Amber Suckling
08 August 2023
5 MIN READ
The Tasman talisman: a stunning pavilion home between bay and mountains
The Tasman talisman: a stunning pavilion home between bay and mountains
Nick Forrester
08 August 2023
5 MIN READ
Auckland builders bring dream home to life on the Hibiscus Coast
Auckland builders bring dream home to life on the Hibiscus Coast
Amber Suckling
02 August 2023
2 MIN READ
Manaaki, Ockham’s first development in Onehunga, celebrates the suburb's vibrant spirit
Manaaki, Ockham’s first development in Onehunga, celebrates the suburb's vibrant spirit
Amber Suckling
02 August 2023
6 MIN READ
A coastal Auckland home’s outdoor retreat inspired by global travels
A coastal Auckland home’s outdoor retreat inspired by global travels
Natalie Clement
29 July 2023
4 MIN READ
A cave-inspired home rising from a lava flow embankment
A cave-inspired home rising from a lava flow embankment
Natalie Clement
25 July 2023
6 MIN READ
10 brick houses in New Zealand that boast brilliant designs
10 brick houses in New Zealand that boast brilliant designs
Yohei Guy
25 July 2023
6 MIN READ
Modernism in the countryside: an off-the-grid minimalist masterpiece in Northern Canterbury
Modernism in the countryside: an off-the-grid minimalist masterpiece in Northern Canterbury
Courteney Searle
25 July 2023
6 MIN READ
A striking sculptural Christchurch home built with extreme attention to detail
A striking sculptural Christchurch home built with extreme attention to detail
Joanna Seton
22 July 2023
4 MIN READ
A farm homestead with serene and subtle detailing
A farm homestead with serene and subtle detailing
Joanna Seton
22 July 2023
4 MIN READ
The Hawke's Bay ‘paradise garden’ with a pronounced Spanish influence
The Hawke's Bay ‘paradise garden’ with a pronounced Spanish influence
Nick Forrester
17 July 2023
4 MIN READ
The party wall: a build featuring complex in situ concrete construction
The party wall: a build featuring complex in situ concrete construction
Joanna Seton
17 July 2023
3 MIN READ
A dreamy Wellington villa renovation with a neighbourly design connection
A dreamy Wellington villa renovation with a neighbourly design connection
Joanna Seton
15 July 2023
3 MIN READ
An important heritage site in Wellington was developed into a medium-density housing project that honours its history
An important heritage site in Wellington was developed into a medium-density housing project that honours its history
Joanna Seton
11 July 2023
4 MIN READ
A Waiheke home that anchors itself around an ancient pōhutukawa
A Waiheke home that anchors itself around an ancient pōhutukawa
Nick Forrester
11 July 2023
5 MIN READ
Meet Tākina, the new convention & exhibition centre that's deeply rooted in Wellington
Meet Tākina, the new convention & exhibition centre that's deeply rooted in Wellington
Courteney Searle
10 July 2023
7 MIN READ
A striking new build designed to appeal to a downsizer
A striking new build designed to appeal to a downsizer
Joanna Seton
08 July 2023
3 MIN READ
An ex-state house turned into a mid-century modern oasis
An ex-state house turned into a mid-century modern oasis
Joanna Seton
05 July 2023
3 MIN READ
Seamless access control system enhances guest and staff experience at The Hotel Britomart
Seamless access control system enhances guest and staff experience at The Hotel Britomart
Amber Suckling
04 July 2023
2 MIN READ
A 1930s Remuera home gets a striking upgrade
A 1930s Remuera home gets a striking upgrade
Joanna Seton
03 July 2023
8 MIN READ
A miner’s hut architectural build in the Punakaiki bush
A miner’s hut architectural build in the Punakaiki bush
Joanna Seton
03 July 2023
4 MIN READ
An off-the-grid coastal retreat inspired by Japanese design principles
An off-the-grid coastal retreat inspired by Japanese design principles
Amber Suckling
03 July 2023
3 MIN READ
9 innovative and inspiring passive houses in New Zealand
9 innovative and inspiring passive houses in New Zealand
Yohei Guy
02 July 2023
6 MIN READ