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- Living rooms, kitchens and facades feature in contemporary project photographs. Aluminium, solid timber and painted plasterboard appear across the projects.

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A contemporary modern building exterior viewed from a landscaped walkway. The composition features a strong horizontal flat roofline, extensive floor-to-ceiling glazing, slim dark vertical metal fins, and a rooftop structure enclosed by horizontal louvres. A small blue swimming pool is visible through the glazing, while dense flowering landscaping occupies the foreground.

A warm, compact contemporary living room with a built-in timber media wall, television, low cabinetry and open shelving. A rounded upholstered lounge chair sits on a patterned rug facing the media unit. Floor-to-ceiling timber-framed glazing and glazed doors open toward an outdoor courtyard, while a small built-in timber desk occupies the left side. The room has a pale timber-lined ceiling, light walls and timber flooring, with strong afternoon sunlight creating long shadows.

A photorealistic architectural rendering of a low-rise rural-style home composed of two connected gabled volumes. The main house has pale vertical weatherboard cladding, a pitched metal roof, tall narrow windows, and a simple chimney. A smaller matching gabled wing sits to the left, while a glazed or screened outdoor connection and covered terrace extend from the right. The house is set in a broad green lawn with low planting and mature trees under a bright partly cloudy sky.

Single-storey contemporary residential building viewed from a broad paved driveway or forecourt. The structure has pale masonry block walls, dark tiled pitched roofs, multiple dark garage doors, and a covered pergola-like outdoor area with timber posts and landscaped planting. The image is captured outdoors under a partly cloudy sky.

Aerial view of a large contemporary mountain residence arranged around a central paved courtyard. The home features multiple dark pitched metal roofs, gabled forms, grey cladding, stone detailing at the entry, skylights, and extensive glazing. It is set within a landscaped rural valley with rugged mountains and mature trees in the background.

A refined living room with a dark leather sofa, large textured coffee table, burgundy rug, and a wall-mounted dark timber display cabinet with warm integrated lighting and decorative objects. Neutral plaster walls, track lighting, framed artwork, and a partially visible upholstered seating area create a warm, contemporary atmosphere.

Exterior dusk view of a large contemporary residential house set into a rocky, wooded hillside. The building has dark metal pitched roofs, extensive floor-to-ceiling glazing, a prominent stone chimney or masonry tower, timber-framed gabled sections, and landscaped stone terraces. A circular award graphic is overlaid on the right side.

Contemporary kitchen viewed from behind a large island, featuring dark wood cabinetry, a pale engineered-stone benchtop, white subway-tile splashback, integrated stainless-steel appliances, open timber shelves, and pendant lighting. The room has a warm neutral palette and clean, functional detailing.

Contemporary bathroom with a walk-in shower clad in dark square tiles, a pebble-style shower floor, wall-mounted shower fittings, a separate toilet, and a freestanding vessel basin on a timber vanity. A large round mirror and curved wall detail create a distinctive feature, while open vanity shelving provides storage.

A bright, modern reception or administrative office interior with a curved white reception desk, computer workstation, visitor and staff chairs, extensive white built-in cabinetry, dark carpet flooring, and track lighting. The space has clean white walls, simple contemporary finishes, and a branded wall sign, creating a functional commercial workplace atmosphere.

Bright, refined bathroom featuring a freestanding white oval bathtub, wall-mounted bath tap, grey hexagonal tile wall, recessed timber shelf with toiletries, dark navy painted wall, timber-framed tall window, and warm timber flooring. Strong natural sunlight creates a calm, contemporary atmosphere.

A contemporary single-storey building beside a reflective pond, clad in vertical warm-toned timber with a broad low-slung roof and large glazed openings. The structure sits within an open rural landscape with lawns, mountains, and a dramatic partly cloudy sky reflected in the water.

Contemporary two-storey residential house viewed from the front at dusk. The dark vertically clad lower level is enclosed by a matching black fence and planted screening, while the upper gabled volume is wrapped in closely spaced vertical timber-look battens. A concrete path leads through the entry gate to stepped access, with warm interior light visible through the windows.

Exterior architectural view of a contemporary two-storey residence set into a landscaped hillside. The home features broad floor-to-ceiling glazing, stone and dark timber wall elements, strong horizontal rooflines, and an expansive curved timber deck and pathway surrounded by rocks and native-style planting. Mountainous terrain and low-angle sunlight form the background.

Exterior view of a contemporary, angular building beside a broad wetland or tidal landscape. The facade combines raw concrete, dark timber cladding, black-framed glazing, and a horizontal louvred rooftop screen. A gravel landscape with drought-tolerant ornamental grasses and low planting leads toward distant hills under an open sky.

Twilight exterior view of a low, single-storey contemporary home with warm timber cladding and extensive glazing fitted with horizontal blinds. The building opens onto a broad stepped timber deck with integrated linear lighting, surrounded by dark landscaped garden beds and mature trees.

A low-slung contemporary rural property composed of connected gabled volumes. The buildings feature pale vertical timber-like cladding, crisp white metal pitched roofs, dark-framed windows, and a broad grassy foreground beneath a bright blue sky.

Contemporary open-plan kitchen and dining space with dark cabinetry, a central island, warm timber flooring, and a large solid timber dining table surrounded by leather dining chairs. Full-height glazed doors open to a paved courtyard with a pergola, bringing in abundant daylight.

A sophisticated walk-in wardrobe with dark timber built-in cabinetry, glass-fronted shelving, drawers, and a central island. The room has plush grey carpet, integrated lighting, and a large skylight. A bathroom with a vanity and basin is visible through the open doorway at left.

A refined contemporary living room with a large pale sectional sofa arranged around a low black oval coffee table, set over a deep red patterned rug. The room features light neutral walls and flooring, dark timber built-in shelving, floor-to-ceiling curtains, track lighting, a sculptural lounge chair, and a striking circular red wall artwork. A large ceiling opening or skylight brings in additional daylight.

Bright open-plan kitchen and living area with warm timber flooring, white cabinetry, a large white island with an integrated sink, pendant lights, and minimal contemporary finishes. A laundry or utility area is visible through the doorway at the rear.

A compact bathroom with large grey stone-look wall tiles, a pebble mosaic shower floor, a frameless open shower with exposed metal fittings, a white toilet, and a freestanding white vessel basin on a timber vanity with a stone-look benchtop. A decorative round mirror and small window add light to the space.

An interior exhibition or museum gallery with a dark ceiling, carpeted floor, illuminated display cases, arched wall openings, and large interpretive graphic panels. Visitors are viewing artworks or historical objects in a contemporary exhibit layout.

A contemporary bathroom with a dark timber vanity, white integrated basin and matte black tapware. The room features large beige wall tiles, a terrazzo-style floor, a frameless glass shower screen, and a broad window with horizontal blinds. The sloped ceiling and angular shower enclosure add architectural interest.

A contemporary pavilion-like building set in a dramatic mountain valley, with a sharply sloping roof, extensive dark-framed glazing, timber and stone finishes, and a reflecting pond in the foreground. A sculptural rusted-metal installation rises from the water beside the terrace. The setting includes open lawn, rugged alpine mountains, and an overcast sky.

Exterior view of a contemporary two-storey house at dusk, featuring dark metal cladding on the lower level and a distinctive upper façade of closely spaced vertical timber battens. Warm interior lighting glows through recessed windows and a glazed entry, while broad timber steps lead through a landscaped front garden to the entrance.

A minimalist outdoor courtyard or patio scene with a black woven hanging egg chair on a curved metal stand, set against a pale horizontal timber-clad wall. Tropical foliage is planted along the base of the wall, and the light concrete paving creates a clean, contemporary backdrop.

A warm contemporary timber-clad residential extension viewed from a spacious timber deck courtyard. Floor-to-ceiling glazing and timber-framed sliding doors open onto the deck, revealing a light-filled interior with a sofa and built-in elements. The composition also shows a neighbouring gabled home, mature trees, and strong late-afternoon sunlight.

Open-plan contemporary dining and living area with a large timber dining table, leather dining chairs, patterned rugs, a fireplace, and wood flooring. The space opens directly to a covered outdoor entertaining area through expansive glazing and sliding doors.

Contemporary bathroom with a freestanding-style white spa bath beside large timber louvred windows, a double floating timber vanity with vessel basins, and a wide mirrored wall. Dark large-format tiled walls and flooring create a refined, warm-toned interior with strong natural light and views of tropical planting through the shutters.

A refined contemporary living room with warm neutral walls, dark timber flooring, and a deep burgundy rug. The room features a black record cabinet filled with vinyl records, a sculptural upholstered lounge chair, a dark leather sofa, and a low black coffee table styled with art books and decorative objects. Track lighting and understated wall art complete the curated, music-oriented interior.

Bright contemporary kitchen with a large waterfall-edge island, dark timber-look lower cabinetry, white upper cabinets, a white subway-tile splashback, integrated appliances, pendant lighting and light timber flooring. A wide horizontal window and open doorway add natural light.

A contemporary bathroom with dark large-format wall and floor tiles, a freestanding white oval bathtub positioned beneath a wide horizontal window, and a long double vanity with white vessel basins and timber cabinetry. A round illuminated mirror, suspended globe pendant, black-framed glazing, and views to a pond and landscaped grounds complete the calm, refined space.

A contemporary residential entry viewed from the landscaped front approach. Broad pale stepping slabs lead through dense tropical planting to a vivid green entrance door, framed by dark vertical timber-look wall cladding, charcoal metal elements, concrete, and recessed lighting. The sheltered porch and strong horizontal roof overhang create a refined, modern facade.

A landscaped residential courtyard or terrace at dusk, featuring a broad paved entertaining area, a mature olive tree, outdoor dining furniture, planted borders, and a contemporary low-rise building with warm interior lighting. A rendered masonry gateway with integrated wall lights opens toward a lawned garden beyond.

Aerial or elevated exterior view of a contemporary mountain residence set within a landscaped rural valley. The home is arranged as several connected wings around a central entrance, with steep dark metal gabled roofs, pale flat-roof sections, clerestory-like glazing, stone-clad entry columns, timber-framed glazing, and a broad paved forecourt. Dense trees and manicured planting surround the property, with rugged mountains clearly visible in the background.

A refined open-plan living, dining and kitchen space with floor-to-ceiling glazing overlooking a landscaped garden and wooded hills. The room features a large pale sectional sofa, sculptural round coffee table, dining table with upholstered chairs, a minimalist white island and cabinetry, timber-look flooring, recessed ceiling lighting, and a bold glossy red circular wall artwork.

Bright contemporary galley kitchen with a large white stone island, integrated appliances, dark lower cabinetry, white upper cabinetry, and a white subway-tile splashback. A stacked washer and dryer are housed in cabinetry on the left, while pendant lights and recessed lighting illuminate the space. Timber flooring runs through the kitchen toward a glazed opening at the far end.

A low, contemporary timber-clad pavilion with a broad pitched gable roof and extensive floor-to-ceiling glazing, positioned beside a reflective pond in a dramatic alpine mountain setting. Warm interior lighting and timber soffits contrast with the dark, overcast sky and rugged snow-dusted peaks.

Contemporary bathroom with a floating dark timber vanity, two white vessel basins, a black stone benchtop, and a large illuminated rectangular mirror. Dramatic white marble-look wall and floor tiles with warm veining contrast with pale grey wall panels and matte black tapware and hardware.

A contemporary single-storey mountain lodge set within a rugged alpine landscape. The dark-clad building has multiple pitched gabled roof volumes, extensive glazing, timber framing, and a broad manicured lawn with paved outdoor areas and a narrow reflecting pool or water feature. Native tussock vegetation and rolling mountains surround the property.

A refined contemporary bedroom viewed through vertically ribbed translucent glass doors. The room features a large upholstered headboard, white textured bedding, dark rounded bedside furniture, slim bedside lamps, taupe curtains, a large muted rug, timber flooring, and a softly textured pale wall. Natural light enters through the glazed opening on the right.

Bright open-plan kitchen viewed from the adjoining hallway, featuring a large island with a pale stone benchtop, dark vertical-grain cabinetry, white cabinetry, white subway-tile splashback, stainless-steel appliances, timber flooring, pendant lights, and a laundry nook with stacked washer and dryer. A dining or living area and glazed opening to the outdoors are visible beyond the kitchen.

A contemporary glazed living space with expansive floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a landscaped pond and snow-capped mountains. The room features a warm timber-lined ceiling and timber flooring, dark slender structural frames and columns, and a sculptural suspended black fireplace. A partially visible outdoor lounge sits beyond the glazing.

A compact, low-rise contemporary house or extension set within a landscaped garden courtyard. The building features warm timber cladding and framing, broad horizontal roof forms, extensive timber-framed glazing with external timber blinds, and a raised timber deck connected by stepping stones. Mature trees surround the private outdoor setting.

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A low, single-storey residential home set within a broad manicured lawn and landscaped garden. The building has a dark pitched tiled roof, pale green-grey masonry walls, extensive dark-framed glazing, and a prominent chimney-like vertical element. The composition emphasizes the house exterior, garden beds, mature trees, and clear blue sky.

Exterior view of a contemporary single-storey building clad in vertical pale timber boards. A projecting timber-lined entry canopy creates a sheltered porch over dark-framed glazed doors and windows. The building sits in a mountainous rural landscape, with a broad light-coloured paved approach and potted plants at the entrance.

Low, single-storey contemporary residence viewed from the landscaped front garden. The home has horizontal timber-clad volumes, extensive dark-framed glazing, a flat or very low-pitched roofline, and a covered timber pergola extending over the entrance and outdoor area. Concrete stepping slabs and timber-edged paths lead across a manicured lawn toward the house, with mature trees surrounding the site.

A spacious landscaped courtyard paved in warm tan stone, framed by light masonry walls and a low modern building with dark tiled roofing and expansive glazed doors. An olive tree forms the centrepiece, with a lawn and planted garden visible through a large masonry opening. The scene is bright and open under a partly cloudy sky.

A sophisticated open-plan kitchen with a large dark island, integrated black cabinetry, a textured feature front, and a timber-lined ceiling. Warm timber flooring and ceiling boards contrast with the charcoal joinery, while sculptural white pendant lights hang above the island. A dining or living area is partially visible beyond the kitchen.

A bright, contemporary courtyard entertaining area with a large timber deck, outdoor dining table and bench seating, and an open pergola structure overhead. The courtyard is enclosed by single-storey wings with grey tiled pitched roofs, light masonry walls, extensive sliding glass doors, and a visible indoor kitchen and dining area. Lush built-in planting adds a natural accent around the perimeter.

A compact, moody bathroom with dark vertical timber wall panelling, matching timber vanity and flooring, a sculptural natural stone vessel basin, black tapware, a wall-mounted toilet, and a large round mirror. A tall louvred glazed door or window brings in filtered daylight, while exposed rough stonework is visible on the adjacent wall.

Modern single-storey pavilion-like building with a broad pitched roof and deep timber soffit, extensive floor-to-ceiling glazing, dark metal window frames, and a timber deck beside a reflecting pond. The building sits in a landscaped setting with mountains visible in the background under dramatic overcast skies.

Exterior view of a single-storey contemporary residence approached via a broad concrete driveway. The property has dark horizontal cladding, a low-pitched dark roof, extensive glazing, a timber pergola or carport-like entry structure, and white rendered masonry gateway walls. Low-maintenance landscaped planting lines the driveway.

A warmly styled contemporary bedroom with a low upholstered bed, layered neutral bedding, dark textured cushions, wall-mounted bedside lights, and a simple timber bench at the foot of the bed. Full-height glazing and curtains open onto a landscaped garden, while a soft carpet and muted beige palette create a calm, refined atmosphere.

Open-plan contemporary kitchen, dining, and living space with warm timber flooring, a large solid timber dining table, black kitchen cabinetry and island, patterned rugs, and extensive black-framed glazing. The room opens toward a covered outdoor dining area and connects to a hallway beyond.

A spacious contemporary kitchen centered on a long dark island with seating for five or more. The room features floor-to-ceiling dark timber cabinetry, a textured dark backsplash, integrated appliances, a pale stone or concrete-like island face, and a timber-lined ceiling with a large skylight. Minimal black bar stools and warm natural light create a refined, modern atmosphere.

Wide dusk exterior view of a sprawling, low-rise residence set within a large manicured lawn and landscaped garden. The home has multiple connected wings, steeply pitched gabled roofs, dark timber-toned cladding, illuminated windows and outdoor wall lights, and a prominent chimney. A vivid blue and pink evening sky forms the backdrop.

A sophisticated contemporary kitchen viewed straight on, featuring a long island with dark cabinetry, a stone or concrete benchtop, integrated appliances, open shelving, and multiple dark bar stools. The kitchen has a dramatic timber-lined ceiling with a large rectangular skylight, vertical timber wall panelling, a dark tiled splashback, and large-format dark floor tiles. The restrained palette of charcoal, grey, and warm timber creates a refined, moody atmosphere.

Dusk exterior view of a single-storey residence entry, framed by a dark timber pergola and deep portal structure. A paved path leads through landscaped planting to glazed double entry doors, with warm interior lighting visible beyond. The home has a low-pitched dark roof, pale masonry or rendered wall sections, and symmetrical windows.

A spacious contemporary kitchen centred on a large dark stone island with timber-toned countertop and seating for four. The kitchen features dark integrated cabinetry, built-in appliances, a linear timber ceiling, recessed downlights, and a dramatic central skylight. Full-height glazing or openings connect to a living area with a substantial stone fireplace and stacked firewood visible on the right. Large-format pale floor tiles create a refined, neutral finish.

Exterior view of a low-rise contemporary home entry, approached along a paved walkway framed by a series of dark timber pergolas. The pergola slats cast strong linear shadows across the warm-toned paving, with landscaped garden beds on either side. The house features dark horizontal cladding, pale masonry walls, charcoal hipped roofing, and large dark-framed windows.

A single-storey contemporary residential property viewed from a broad concrete driveway at dusk. The building has dark pitched tiled roofs, pale masonry walls, two dark timber garage doors, and a covered timber-framed entry or outdoor walkway with landscaped planting and warm exterior lighting.

Bright open-plan dining area with a large live-edge timber dining table and leather dining chairs, positioned beside a substantial pale stone-clad feature wall with a recessed display niche and fireplace-like base. Warm timber flooring, patterned area rugs, dark-framed glazing, and a wide opening to a covered outdoor entertaining area are visible. The space has a contemporary, refined indoor-outdoor character.

A refined contemporary living room with dark timber wall panelling and built-in shelving, a white feature fireplace wall with inset firebox and television, an upholstered armchair, oval stone coffee table, and a large patterned area rug. Warm timber flooring and concealed perimeter lighting create a sophisticated, layered interior. A kitchen and dining area are visible through the opening at left.

Single-storey residential house viewed from the landscaped rear garden, with a low-pitched tiled roof, pale masonry exterior walls, dark-framed glazing, multiple chimney structures, and a broad paved terrace opening onto a manicured lawn. The design combines traditional pitched-roof forms with contemporary glazing and clean detailing under a bright blue sky.

About Contemporary project photos

The Contemporary style page shows project photographs for new builds, fit-outs and renovations in New Zealand. Compare images by building use and view, then consider which details relate to your brief. Ayrshire Lane by Team Green Architects is one of the projects shown.

Contemporary projects

The projects cover residential and commercial work. Photographs include commercial spaces and bathrooms, with references for different parts of a project. Wanaka Crib is another named example; project titles help keep references distinct when discussing ideas with your design team.

How should I choose a project photograph for my brief?

Choose a project with a similar building use and focus on the part relevant to your work. Keep the project name with the image to identify the reference later.

Can a photograph confirm dimensions or construction?

No. Check dimensions and construction against project documentation with your architect, designer or builder.

Which projects can I find in this category?

The page includes Space Invader by Pac Studio and Waimataruru, among other New Zealand projects.

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