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11 stunning villa renovations in New Zealand to inspire you
New Zealanders love their villa renovation projects with more and more of them taking up the challenge to transform these character homes into something special to call their own. This has led to some stunning results from talented professionals from across the country that are nothing short of inspiring and we've found the pick of them to share with you.
How structural engineering gave Wellington’s largest office building a new lease on life
When a seismic assessment put the Asteron Centre at risk of an ‘earthquake-prone’ declaration, New Zealand Consulting Engineers were called in to find a solution.
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.
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
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
Pitched among sand dunes, Tent House articulates the tranquillity of camping in Aotearoa
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
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
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
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
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
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
Designing a stunning riverside oasis on Christchurch’s city fringe
Nick Forrester
05 June 2023
4 MIN READ
The renovation of a 1970s Fritz Eisenhofer house, in celebration of mid-century modernism
The renovation of a 1970s Fritz Eisenhofer house, in celebration of mid-century modernism
Courteney Searle
04 June 2023
6 MIN READ
11 gorgeous family homes from across New Zealand
11 gorgeous family homes from across New Zealand
Yohei Guy
31 May 2023
6 MIN READ