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The 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. During this building boom, some incredible architectural innovations have been achieved by 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.
A selection of beautiful barn houses from across New Zealand
The barn house is a relatively new architectural style in New Zealand but one that is quickly catching on throughout the country. Some incredible designs have been brought to life in recent years and you’ll be amazed to see exactly what these talented professionals have accomplished with these projects in the style of this emerging trend.
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.
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
Amber Suckling
20 August 2023
4 MIN READ
Modern 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
Natalie Clement
14 August 2023
5 MIN READ
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
Amber Suckling
13 August 2023
4 MIN READ
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
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
Amber Suckling
08 August 2023
5 MIN READ
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
Amber Suckling
02 August 2023
2 MIN READ
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
Natalie Clement
29 July 2023
4 MIN READ
A cave-inspired home rising from a lava flow embankment
Natalie Clement
25 July 2023
6 MIN READ
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
Courteney Searle
25 July 2023
6 MIN READ
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
Joanna Seton
22 July 2023
4 MIN READ
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
Joanna Seton
17 July 2023
3 MIN READ
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
Joanna Seton
11 July 2023
4 MIN READ
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
Courteney Searle
10 July 2023
7 MIN READ
An ex-state house turned into a mid-century modern oasis
Joanna Seton
05 July 2023
3 MIN READ
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
Joanna Seton
03 July 2023
4 MIN READ
An off-the-grid coastal retreat inspired by Japanese design principles
Amber Suckling
03 July 2023
3 MIN READ
Innovative and inspiring passive houses in New Zealand
Yohei Guy
02 July 2023
7 MIN READ
Pitched among sand dunes, Tent House articulates the tranquillity of camping in Aotearoa
Courteney Searle
01 July 2023
6 MIN READ
A new car dealership designed to unify a major automotive group
Joanna Seton
21 June 2023
3 MIN READ
A selection of beautiful barn houses from across New Zealand
Yohei Guy
20 June 2023
7 MIN READ
Working within a century-old heritage building to create a state-of-the-art law office
Nick Forrester
16 June 2023
5 MIN READ
A 1970s modernist landmark is reimagined for new law firm tenants
Joanna Seton
11 June 2023
3 MIN READ
Meet the Kiwi business making green homes more affordable
Amber Suckling
10 June 2023
3 MIN READ
Designing a stunning riverside oasis on Christchurch’s city fringe
Nick Forrester
05 June 2023
4 MIN READ