“The Quays” presented by Pauanui Waterways Ltd is a Hopper Developments project designed by Nick Hindson. It is a development that encompasses 12 sites, each of which lends itself to high quality, unique architecture with the waterways as your back yard. As the third stage of the waterways development, this enclave draws on [...]
Stephenson & Turner Carefully designed to blend in with its surroundings, this Scott’s Landing beach house on the Mahurangi Peninsula north of Auckland is exactly what architect and owner Alan Seelye had hoped for. As the Consulting Facilities Planner and Architect at Stephenson &Turner, Seelye acted as project manager, designer and client, he [...]
Jessop Architects Nestled between two ancient Pohutukawa trees in a saddle on the west side of Rakino island is this cosy kiwi bach by Jessop Architects. The site was selected because of a small existing shed which was to be renovated to allow building permits to be granted on the premium waterfront site. With [...]
Greg Boyden AINZ, Jamax; and Pete Bossley, Pete Bossley Architects Perched on the southern peninsula of Auckland’s beautiful Rakino island is this magnificent architecturally designed coastal property. With 300-degree views across the bustling Hauraki Gulf, this is the perfect spot to sit in luxury and watch the world go by. Rakino Island is famous [...]
The Meridian First Light House When the Meridian First Light house entered the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon 2011, it was the first ever entry from the Southern Hemisphere. The group of students from Victoria University drew their inspiration from the essence of the iconic “Kiwi bach” – a focus on recreation, [...]
Architects-ldl Waiheke Island is a Mecca for grand design and luxurious lifestyles within a stone’s throw of Auckland City. This stunning 1.8Ha property with its spectacular sea views and its cluster of Architects-ldl designed pavilions continues to add to the reputation of Waiheke Island architecture. The dwelling was to be the clients’ permanent [...]
Chibnall Buckell Marovic Team Architects As New Zealanders, we have an abundance of beautiful, undeveloped white sandy beaches almost on our doorstep. It is easy for one to take them for granted and forget to really take the time to appreciate how lucky we are. It is fitting therefore, that [...]
Evelyn McNamara Architects Sitting quietly alongside the Tairua estuary, it is hard to believe this Evelyn McNamara designed home was completed just four months ago. The house has a sense of peace and belonging that is lacking in many modern new homes. The brief, which sought a home that captured a rustic and [...]
Strachan Group Architects Nestled just below the ridge line, overlooking Owhanake Bay, this Strachan Group Architect’s house, made up of three narrow pavilions that fold along the natural contour of the 1.5ha site, blends seamlessly into the hillside. The outline of the roof flows in a step-wise direction, drifting, with each step towards the ocean [...]
CAAHT Studio Architects Ltd The Te Arai Sleep-out, a simple timber bach for his parents, is one close to the heart for Architect Chris Holmes of CAAHT Studio Architects. The site, which is located near many of New Zealand’s most iconic east coast beaches, sits on a sloping section with extensive rural and distant [...]
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