Character homes have distinct architectural features and unique design elements that when well preserved enhance living spaces while retaining the original essence of the property. This means the difference between renovating character homes and their more modern counterparts quite significant both for builders and homeowners. The key to any successful heritage reno is finding the…
Sections on the side of a hill are relatively common here in New Zealand, and so are our beautiful coastal and countryside vistas – who wouldn’t want to make the most of our uniquely Kiwi views! Naturally, building on a hillside is a little more complex than building on the flat, but with it comes…
When planning a new custom-built home or significant renovation, one of the first steps is finding the right people to help bring your vision to life. Considering the task at hand, you basically have two choices: hire a design-build construction company that takes care of the whole process or choose to work separately with an…
In the rapidly evolving world of construction, design standardisation can often result in repetitive and uninspiring structures. Building a new home provides a rare opportunity to break the mould with the creation of bespoke architecture that allows homeowners to design and build around specific needs, preferences and lifestyle choices. The resulting homes are spaces that…
Ultra-modern, technologically advanced construction materials are paving the way for architects, engineers and builders to think outside the previously defined box, allowing them to bridge the gap between creativity and practicality, ultimately resulting in wonderfully dynamic while also highly functional spaces. With everything from transparent wood through to self-healing concrete, technology is continually pushing construction…
While past architectural trends have focussed on extension and functionality, architectural trends in 2024 are set to be driven by the desire to adapt and grow. This will mean a greater focus on incorporating technological and sustainable spaces designed to enhance and promote wellbeing. With the current financial and environmental adversity the world is facing,…
