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An effortless blend of low-maintenance, natural materials, this Pauanui beach house makes the most of its surrounding environment.

At last week’s Samsung × ArchiPro After 5 event, a clear theme emerged. The future of the smart home is becoming quieter, more intuitive and more deeply attuned to the way people actually live. Rather than adding complexity, the next generation of connected living aims to simplify, dissolving the small frictions that shape our daily routines.

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.