House of the Year Central North Island / East Coast & Hawkes Bay magazine 2023

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CENTRAL NORTH ISLAND & EAST COAST / HAWKE’S BAY REGION 2023

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Welcome

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House of the Year 2023 magazine for the Central North Island & East Coast / Hawke’s Bay Region

Building a house is about much more than timber, brick, steel and concrete. It’s about realising a dream. The annual Master Builders House of the Year competition is a chance to see how members’ planning, skills and hard yakka have transformed homeowners’ visions into reality. This year’s House of the Year judges were blown away by the standard of craftsmanship in both new builds and renovations. We hope you enjoy exploring the homes in your region and are inspired by the skills on display. Perhaps you’ll be starting to plan your own dream project.

The results go live on August 5 at www.houseoftheyear.co.nz

Bruce Morris, President Master Builders WHANGANUI BRANCH

LAST YEAR’S WINNER

Central North Island & East Coast / Hawke’s Bay Region

2022 Regional Supreme House of the Year over $1 million

Petersen and Barnes

Central North Island & East Coast / Hawke’s Bay Region

AUCKLAND / NORTHLAND / COROMANDEL

WAIKATO

BAY OF PLENTY & CENTRAL PLATEAU (Tauranga, Rotorua, Taup¯o, Whakata ne)

CENTRAL NORTH ISLAND & EAST COAST / HAWKE’S BAY (Taranaki, Whanganui, Manawatu and East Coast, Hawke’s Bay)

WELLINGTON & WAIRARAPA

NELSON / MARLBOROUGH / WEST COAST

CANTERBURY

MID & SOUTH CANTERBURY (Selwyn, Ashburton, South Canterbury)

SOUTHERN (Central Otago, Southland, Gore, Otago)

Registered Master Builders House of the Year Judging the competition

A panel of industry experts has put the homes featured in this magazine through a rigorous points-based judging process. The highest-scoring projects are awarded Gold and the best become Category winners The three Category winners with the highest points and who meet the points threshold are named Regional Supreme House of the Year under $1 million , Regional Supreme House of the Year over $1 million or Regional Supreme Renovation of the Year. Entries are judged on building excellence, but also on their lifestyle value, so you’ll see kitchen, Plumbing World Bathroom, outdoor living and APL Environmental and Sustainable lifestyle awards.

Excellence in workmanship is recognised by the prized Pink Batts Craftsmanship Award. The Central North Island & East Coast / Hawke’s Bay competition, one of nine regional House of the Year events, is held on August 4. From August 5, you can view all of the results: www.houseoftheyear.co.nz

NATIONAL COMPETITION

Each year a maximum of 100 entries from the regional competitions receive Top 100 status and, out of those, we find the National Category winners. Lifestyle, Craftsmanship and Special Award winners are also named at the national level. The three best houses (a new build under $1 million, a new build over $1 million and a renovation) become the National Supreme winners, to be announced at an awards gala on Saturday, November 25.

NATIONAL SUPREME WINNERS

There are three winners: two new builds crowned the best of the best, and the best renovation in the country.

NATIONAL CATEGORY AWARD

Awarded to the highest scoring Gold Award winner from each category.

TOP 100

Each year the highest scoring top 100 houses go on to the National Competition.

Thanks to our sponsors

PINK BATTS NATIONAL CRAFTSMANSHIP AWARD

Awarded to the entrant who attains the highest score out of the points available in the Workmanship section of the judging criteria.

NATIONAL LIFESTYLE AWARDS

Awarded for attaining the highest score in each Lifestyle category, including the APL Sustainable and Environmental Excellence Award and Plumbing World Bathroom Excellence Award.

PLATINUM AWARD Recognises

outstanding achievement in building excellence and is awarded to those who win five or more National Category titles.

NATIONAL SPECIAL AWARD

Bestowed by the judges when a house is worthy of special recognition.

MASTER BUILDERS

For more than 30 years, House of the Year has celebrated the very best of residential building in New Zealand. Master Builders is very proud of this competition, and the beautiful homes you’ll see in the following pages will inspire, motivate and show that quality can be achieved, no matter what the budget. We hope you enjoy taking a sneak peek into these amazing homes – all built by a Master Builder in your region.

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ALTUS WINDOW SYSTEMS

Altus Window Systems is a leading designer and manufacturer of innovative window and door systems. We’re also thermal technology experts so whether your project is big or small, residential or commercial, we’ve got the solution. Our exclusive fabricator network has been providing window and door systems for more than 65 years. You’ll know them by reputation: Bradnam’s™, Fisher Windows™, Nebulite™, Nulook™, Rylock™ and Vistalite™. Altus Window Systems, sharing your vision.

www.altus.co.nz

BUNNINGS TRADE

At Bunnings Trade, we’re here to help builders win at every stage. No matter how big or small the job is, our knowledgeable and dedicated Trade Team will help you get the job done with efficient service and support. With our wide range of trade quality brands and the latest in innovative building solutions under one roof, Bunnings Trade has your business covered. Search Bunnings Trade to find out how we can help your business

www.trade.bunnings.co.nz

CARTERS BUILDING SUPPLIES

CARTERS believes in partnership. We know combined expertise and a focus on efficiency, pricing and supply mean a successful outcome. Shared success is key – when your business grows, so does ours. CARTERS nationwide chain of 50 building supply stores and nine manufacturing plants, long-established industry network and focus on the trade means we’re committed to you.

WINSTONE WALLBOARDS

At Winstone Wallboards we are passionate about providing quality GIB® products, systems and expert technical support to help make it a little easier, quicker and simpler for our customers to create great interior living environments both now and for generations to come. GIB® plasterboard, locally made for over 95 years and counting.

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REGIONAL AWARDS

REGIONAL SUPREME WINNERS

Awarded to three Regional Supreme Award recipients from each regional event: House of the Year under $1 million, House of the Year over $1 million, and Renovation of the Year.

PINK BATTS CRAFTSMANSHIP

Awarded to the entrant who attains the highest score out of the points available in the Workmanship section of the judging criteria.

REGIONAL CATEGORY WINNER

Awarded to the highest scoring Gold Award winner from each category.

GOLD

Awarded to builders whose entries achieve 90 per cent of the points available and are judged to be at least 80 per cent above industry standard.

SILVER

Awarded to builders whose entries achieve 82.5 per cent of the points available and are judged to be at least 65 per cent above industry standard.

BRONZE

Awarded to builders whose entries achieve 75 per cent of the points available and are judged to be at least 50 per cent above industry standard.

SAPPHIRE

Awarded to an entrant who has received three Regional Supreme Awards regardless of whether these homes are renovations or new builds.

REGIONAL SPECIAL AWARD

Bestowed by the judges when a house is worthy of special recognition.

REGIONAL LIFESTYLE AWARDS

Awarded to the entrant who attains the highest score in each Lifestyle category, including the APL Environmental and Sustainable Excellence Award and Plumbing World Bathroom Excellence Award. New in 2023 is the PDL by Schneider Electric Smart Home Award. This award recognises houses containing home automation systems to control elements such as lighting, energy metering and heating.

NATIONWIDE REGIONAL SPONSOR

PDL BY SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC

PDL is at the forefront of electric home design, providing inspiring electrical solutions from modern switches and power points to innovative safe, smart and sustainable home technology.

COMFORTECH BUILDING PERFORMANCE SOLUTIONS™

As Aotearoa New Zealand’s only manufacturer of glass-wool insulation, Pink® Batts® understands what it takes to build a healthy home here. We have been working alongside builders and industry stakeholders for more than 60 years and are proud to have warmed a multitude of New Zealand homes and hearts. We believe everyone deserves a healthy, dry, warm, safe and efficient home and we are committed to achieving this it for the next 60 years.

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PLUMBING WORLD

Plumbing World is the largest 100% NZ-owned national plumbing merchant and has been giving back to our amazing industry for almost 60 years.

Plumbing World has access to the world’s leading brands and the best Kiwi plumbers and builders in the industry. The products we showcase look amazing, and are made to last and designed to perform. So come and see our team in black — they can advise you on the right home solutions and are totally there for you.

www.plumbingworld.co.nz

RESENE

Resene has all the quality paints, stains, colour, wallpaper, curtains, accessories and professional advice you need to get a superb finish on your decorating projects, inside or out. Choose from thousands of Resene colours or let Resene create one for you. Resene has been proudly 100 per cent New Zealand owned and operated since 1946, and has been named the Most Trusted Paint since 2012.

www.resene.co.nz

APL WINDOW SOLUTIONS

APL Window Solutions is the largest window solutions organisation in New Zealand and has been proudly family owned and NZ-made for more than 50 years. We know 35-50 per cent of a home’s thermal performance comes from its windows and doors so our innovative window and door systems offer worldleading thermal performance that’s designed for our conditions and made right here, from start to finish. The future is here. Ready now.

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MASTER BUILD 10-YEAR GUARANTEE

The Master Build 10-Year Guarantee is New Zealand’s leading guarantee. Over the past decade we have protected more than 105,000 families and our range of products offers flexibility, including the ability to transfer cover to a new homeowner, should you sell. The best guarantee from the best builders.

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TIPS

PLAN FOR SUCCESS

It is no secret that Kiwis love their houses and building your own home is a dream for many of us. Building (or renovating) is a big deal and can feel daunting – good planning, preparation and communication are the key ingredients to a rewarding and successful building experience.

Planning is essential

Working with the right builder is key. An accomplished builder will guide you through the design, consenting, construction and approvals stages, then build your dream home. Make sure you choose a builder you want to work with, and who has completed similar projects to yours. Speak with their previous clients and, if you have doubts, wait until you find the right person. A Master Builder will streamline the process, as each has been vetted and receives ongoing support and industry training.

Communication is everything Maintaining concise, consistent communication with a builder is vital. Set clear expectations around timing and budget and be honest about your needs and limits. This ensures both parties can flag any concerns. Building requires bringing together diverse skills and resources. Ask builders about their relationships with trade partners – a Master Builder understands the importance of effective communication and relationships.

BUILDING KIWI HOMES SINCE

Contracts and legal advice

Get everything in writing and review your contract with a lawyer. Be realistic – if you receive a price that looks too good to be true, it probably is. Ensure your builder understands the market conditions and can discuss them with you. Most contracts have a clause for price fluctuations – discuss this with your builder and ensure you understand the risks. Be wary of fixed-price contracts as you may pay too much contingency. Conversely, too little contingency can create an even greater risk. Discuss a payment schedule with your builder to ensure you are not paying too much in advance and you have a fair allocation of risk.

Master Build 10-Year Guarantee

While most builds go smoothly, it pays to have protection. The Master Build 10-year Guarantee provides the best protection on the market and a process for resolving any issues in your building journey.

By following these steps you will have everything in place to make your dream home a reality.

For more helpful advice and to find a Master Builder, visit masterbuilder.org.nz

With all the right steps in place, turning your residential dream into reality presents an exciting prospect and many rich rewards.

HOUSE OF THE YEAR

To see all our award-winning homes, visit houseoftheyear.co.nz

RESENE NEW HOME $2 MILLION–$4 MILLION

ALTUS WINDOW SYSTEMS NEW HOME $750,000–$1 MILLION

NEW HOME $500,000–$750,000

NEW HOME UP TO $500,000

GIB SHOW HOME

BUILDER’S OWN HOME

VOLUME/GROUP HOUSING NEW HOME $500,000–$750,000

RENOVATION UP TO $750,000

BUNNINGS RENOVATION $750,000–$1.5 MILLION

RENOVATION OVER $1.5 MILLION

Dark and dramatic

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Grand but elegant kitchen design comes down to thoughtful planning rather than splashy spending.

Whether it’s a flambéed dessert or a dish that’s garnished with a flourish, a touch of theatre never goes awry with food. The same idea applies to kitchens where luxurious fittings create a bit of drama and make eating and cooking that much more enjoyable. Think swathes of statement stone, natural timber in flooring and cabinetry, and tapware in metals with vintage finishes like aged iron and brushed nickel. Layering different levels of sheen in the room, such as matte-painted cabinetry paired with shiny stone and reflective glassware or lighting creates visual interest and decadent comfort. Interior and kitchen designer Kathrine McDonald says achieving an opulent look often

comes down to well thought-out design rather than the most expensive materials. “Your design will define your finishes, and it’s easy to create a sense of luxury with cheaper products if the layout is right,” she says. “I always think stone and natural materials raise the sophistication level, and you can do things like wrap an extractor fan in stone or render to make it a statement. Think about intersections like where the bench ends and how that lines up with elements such as windows.”

Colourwise go for dark and dramatic hues such as charcoal, burgundy or British racing green, or creamy vanillas in rooms with sheer drapes bathed in light.

SWEET LIKE CHOCOLATE

Texture is a theme in this dark and dramatic kitchen by Rabbitte Joinery and Design Builders of Hawke’s Bay. The woodgrain of the chocolate brown ash timber wall and cedar ceiling ties in with the texture of the ribbed island and plush velvet breakfast bar chairs, creating a cosy quality. The sleek pitch black cabinetry, illuminated by LED strip lights, adds a theatrical quality. In the pantry the delicious brown tones continue with Sublime Teak Melteca, plus there’s bench space to banish clutter. For more of this house go to page 46.

The InSinkErator Multitap System, $2525, from Plumbing World

Paini Cox pull-out hand spray sink mixer in brushed nickel, $610, from Plumbing World

This sleek charcoal Style Seeker kitchen from Kaboodle features Molasses V doors in a modern profile and Calcutta Gloss and Hevea benchtops. Available from Bunnings.

Calligaris Saint Tropez dining chair, $725, from McKenzie & Willis

Como marble dining table, $5495, from Coco Republic

Whisky decanter and glasses by Tom Dixon, $450, from Simon James Store

Bottle salt and pepper grinder set, $329, from Infinite Definite

A high performing home doesn’t happen by accident. Energy efficiency is woven into the fabric of every eHaus using the world’s most powerful Passive House design tools and clever construction to ensure that your house performs just as it should.

When building your next project, you want a team that is experienced enough to bring the very best craftsmanship, expertise and innovation to your build, yet small enough to grow a positive relationship with, knowing your needs and wants are considered from start to finish.

If you’re thinking of building an energy efficient home, consider building with New Zealand’s leaders in passive house design for a home that’s healthier for your family and the planet.

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We go to great lengths to deliver Manawatu ¯ ’s healthiest, highest-performing and architecturally-designed homes.

ANDY KRUY PHOTOGRAPHY

Bench smart

Featuring a textile that has its origins in 18th-century Kyoto, the classic Scandi style of the Anza bench from Slow Store is the epitome of the Japandi look.

STYLE file

Explore the new arrivals in store and look ahead to the design direction for the year to come.

R attan revival

Airy, earthy, beachy — nothing tells a room to ‘relax’ quite like rattan furniture. This nostalgic trend nods to the chilled vibes of the 1970s and adds a touch of Balinese-style boho.

New wave

Warning, glamorous curves ahead. This Hubsch Wave trolley will be a talking point at your next drinks with its 1970s-inspired terrazzo top and groovy rack.

SWITCH IT UP

Give your room a glow up with statement lighting. The Switch floor lamp by New Zealand designer Tim Webber shows how a simple design can be magnificent. Switch floor lamp, $1925, from Tim Webber

Bowled over

Look out for coloured glass in earth tones in stores right now. Matthew Hall’s Handkerchief bowl celebrates the fluidity and sculptural aspects of the medium.

Modern-day hero

Classic mid-century design isn’t going anywhere. The Cittá Daily sofa was designed by David Moreland and Nikolai Sorensen, was made locally and comes in your choice of fabric. Daily sofa, $5484.23, from Cittá

Handkerchief bowl by Matthew Hall, $199, from Collecte

Hubsch Wave trolley, $759, from Good Thing

BohoBoho rattan and wood desk and chair, $1359, from Urban Sales

Fraser rattan bookcase, $119, from Kmart

Anza bench by Please Wait to be Seated, $4695, from Slow Store

Sparkling joy

Get your shine on. One way to add visual depth to your home is with sheen and gloss. The Willow velvet chair and Bolly side table from Early Settler will catch the light and make your room sparkle.

TWO OF A KIND

Talk about warm fuzzies! For every CommonKind felt blanket purchased, another will be gifted to a New Zealand child in need.

Staple blanket,

Danish delight

Home Love & Mette K started as a staging business but evolved into an interior design store. Danish born founder Mette K brings Scandi style to the ‘Naki with her carefully curated homewares such as this handdipped enamel Thyra vase by Broste Copenhagen. Shop local

ON THE SIDE

Sculptural side tables are one of the top trending furniture pieces this year. They’re not only a handy place to put your cup of tea, but they are also an easy way to create interest in a small room.

COTTAGE INDUSTRY

Country-inspired designs are having a moment. Serve up dinner with a dollop of whimsy with this linen tablecloth from The Sunday Store.

New flame

This barbecue with a big serving of azure-toned style is a red-hot must-have for summer. It has four stainless-steel burners, a roasting rack, hood, integrated flame thrower ignition and more extras than you can shake a skewer at.

Thyra vase by Broste Copenhagen, $479, from Home Love & Mette K

$169, from CommonKind

Maestro in Blue barbecue, $1049, from Masport

Olive green linen tablecloth by Bonnie & Neil, $299, from The Sunday Society

Hexy accent table, , from Freedom Furniture

Willow velvet armchair, $479, and Bolly side table, $299, both from Early Settler

Beside the seaside

For rooms like bedrooms where relaxation is key, you can’t go past grey-toned coastal blues like Resene Forecast, Resene Breathless and Resene Duck Egg Blue. These trending hues are also worth considering for outdoor areas as an alternative to white weatherboards..

Top half of wall in Resene Breathless and lower half in Resene Duck Egg Blue. Flooring in Resene Colorwood Whitewash, bedside table and bench in Resene Half Duck Egg Blue, planter in Resene Teal Blue. Bedlinen from Small Acorns.

Style to the max

Take a modern approach to maximalism with vibrant designs from the Resene Wallpaper Collection. For this more-is-more look, pair jazzy prints with bold-coloured furniture and patterned cushions or curtains. If space allows, try a mural from the Resene Wallpaper Collection to amp up the drama.

TACTILE BEAUTY

Textured walls that mimic the rough imperfections of natural limestone, mudbrick or adobe will create softness and depth in your home. Create this look with textured Resene wallpapers, Resene Sandtex Mediterranean or by blending two paint colours using Resene FX Paint Effects medium.

Back wall painted with Resene Sandtex Mediterranean finish textured paint tinted to Resene Concrete. Flooring in Resene

Colorwood

Whitewash and console table in Resene Half Tasman.

COMFORT zone

The latest colour and decorating trends put wellbeing centre stage. From calming colours to botanical wallpapers, add layers of happiness to your home with Resene.

The past few years have been challenging, but one upshot of the difficulties of the pandemic is a growing awareness of wellness and mental health. Lockdowns highlighted how much our homes can affect the way we feel and as a result the latest design trends have moved away from the stark minimalism that dominated the early 2000s. Designs that bring vitality through colour, texture and patterns are trending and Resene paints and wallpapers are with you all the way.

A new leaf

Much like a walk in nature can soothe the soul, bringing the outdoors inside is a way to uplift an interior. From plush palms to feathery ferns, there are many nature-inspired designs in the Resene Wallpaper Collection that will add a touch of greenery to your home. Resene Wallpaper Collection 291406 is a Japandi-style bamboo design which pairs well with green-based whites such as Resene Rice Cake and flooring or shelving stained with Resene Touch Wood.

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Resene Concrete

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Resene Duck Egg Blue

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Resene Wallpaper Collection

GET CREATIVE

Travel is as much about the journey as it is the destination, and the same can apply to decorating. Expressing your artistic side through Resene paints or wood stains can be as enjoyable and relaxing as the room you are creating.

New neutrals

Move over grey. Warm whites are leading the way in neutral interiors. These creamy tones add a touch of comforting luxury, especially when paired with shiny accents in Resene FX Pearl Shimmer or Resene FX Metallic paints.

Wall in Resene Half Blanc, flooring in Resene Eighth Blanc, plinth in Resene Eighth Blanc and Resene Double Blanc, DIY artwork in Resene Eighth Blanc and Resene FX Pearl Shimmer. Coffee table from Soren Liv, chair and rug from Danske Møbler, lamp from Lightingplus.

This watercolour wall was created by blending Resene Colorwood wood stains in Resene Skywater, Resene Riverstone, Resene Silvered Grey and Resene Whitewash. Rattan cabinet in Resene New Denim Blue. Couch from Nood, cushions from Farmers.

GO WITH THE GRAIN

For a modern home exterior that complements the landscape, consider timber cladding stained with Resene Woodsman. Resene Woodsman protects timber from the elements while also showcasing its natural beauty by allowing the wood grain to show through.

Walls in Resene Beethoven, flooring and bench in Resene Thorndon Cream. Mattress and artwork from Father Rabbit. Bolster cushion from Sunday Store.

Warm but calm

Earth colours such as burnt oranges and rust tones are trending right now, but these high-energy colours are sometimes not suited for areas designed for relaxation. For a softer alternative, try a warm apricot such as Resene Beethoven or a dusty blush like Resene Awaken.

Resene Colorwood Skywater

Resene Colorwood Silvered Grey

Resene Half Blanc

Weatherboards in Resene Waterborne Woodsman Smokey Ash and decking in Resene Woodsman Tiri. Side table in Resene Touchstone and large planter in Resene Ironsand. Bean bags from Cittá.

A4 drawdown paint swatches in Resene Thorndon Cream, Resene Beethoven and Resene Caffeine and testpots in Resene Thorndon Cream and Resene Beethoven. Bud vase in Resene Caffeine. Terracotta tile from Maximum, fabric from Designers Guild, carpet from Bremworth, Sampania tile from Italian Stone.

Heavenly features

Warmth and calmness. Despite its size and position overlooking the Tasman Sea, this architectural house clad with western red cedar exudes both. Nature is at the core of this special 413sqm build with four bedrooms, four bathrooms and three living spaces. It can be enjoyed from every window. Think rolling hills, a sandy shoreline, crashing surf, meandering stream, Mt Taranaki and wildlife. The clever design nestles the H-shaped house into

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the exposed coastal site, sheltering it from the elements. Moveable cedar-slat screens provide extra protection. A courtyard with tiled pool, wood fire, built-in barbecue and pizza oven are shielded by three sides of the house. The seaside deck is a sun-trap, and an east-facing deck set amid tropical planting is perfect for morning coffee. Entertaining is never off the agenda. The northern wing holds the main living spaces, including the lounge, dining

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and bespoke steel and timber kitchen with open scullery and wine cellar. Atop a custom steel hearth between the dining and living zones is a cast-iron woodburner. On the way to the main-bedroom suite you’ll come to a cosy snug.

The southern wing has three more bedrooms, ensuite, bathroom and games room, all with views. A separate triple garage has plenty of space for beach toys. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

$2 MILLION–$4 MILLION

Gareth Collins Building NEW PLYMOUTH

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Nature can be enjoyed from every window: rolling hills, crashing surf, Mt Taranaki, and wildlife.

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“Proud to be associated with Gareth Collins Building”

The straight and mellow

Some homes are so lovely you never want to leave them, and this 289sqm beauty is a prime example. It’s all about modern luxury, on-trend elegance and framed vistas of nearby ranges and as far afield as Kāpiti Island.

The exterior is an eye-catching mix of white plaster and dark vertical timber trimmed with stone, and has recesses, a bay window, varying rooflines and wraparound patios both open and covered.

Step through the pivot front door, turn right and you’ll come to the open-plan living space, with a window seat, that takes up an entire wing of the H-shaped house. You’ll see an intriguing combination of strong lines and organic

curves, softness and sleekness, all floodlit with natural light. This artful melding is most evident in the stylish kitchen with its peninsula with rounded end. The separate lounge, the horizontal part of the H, has skylights, a gas fire and bifold doors that lead to the covered patio.

In the other wing are four bedrooms including a main retreat with a pitched ceiling, walk-in robe, ensuite and access to the patio. Bathrooms and the powder room have designer flourishes, including more of those curves in mirrors and green fish-scale tiles. A separate laundry, double garage and storage complete the dream house. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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HAVELOCK NORTH

Dark horse

This isn’t the biggest build in the district, but what it lacks in size it more than makes up for in detail. The 181sqm property is bespoke, highly crafted and appealing. Built to resemble stables that were once on the site, the house also has the feel of a country lodge — a rustic yet high-end bolthole with a hint of the masculine.

Timber was critical to the project. The house has wooden framing, claddings, flooring, exposed structural beams and posts, and windows and doors that are double glazed. Recycled planks and ply were used in the interior linings. All the timber necessitated top-drawer carpentry skills, especially the stained cedar cladding and trim.

Covered verandahs make the building welcoming. An animal yard on limestone and machinery storage within the property, make it unique. It’s just another charming quirk in this project, which was originally designed as a shop.

Inside, you’ll find an open-plan kitchen and lounge with the feature hardwood beams, a separate dining room and two good-sized bedrooms, one in a loft above the kitchen. Daybeds in the den mean there’s room for guests. A small woodburner is enough to heat the house, and a septic system takes care of waste water. No sign of horses, but there’s plenty of proof these builders are frontrunners. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

Our team is focused and passionate about innovation, expert technical advice and consistently high quality workmanship across plumbing, drainage, gas and heating.

We Partner with the amazing team at Redmond Builders and together we ensure the best possible solution for every client.

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Redmond Builders HAVELOCK NORTH

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H a w k e s B a y a n d N Z w i d e

R e s i d e n t i a l a n d C o m m e r c i a l

I n t e r i o r D e s i g n S e r v i c e s

As seen in 'The Stables' House of the year entry.

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Triple treat

Owning its landscape on the outskirts of Palmerston North is this beautiful triple-pavilion home with modern industrial aesthetic and unrivalled rural views. The visual treats start as soon as you sight the meticulously crafted 305sqm home with an exterior of inky HardieFlex and raw concrete cinder block. It’s all clean lines and angles, yet still issues a warm welcome.

Inside, the monochrome decor echoes the same pared-back style, while also displaying architectural flair and a sense of luxury. The open-plan kitchen, dining and main living area, for example, is contemporary and timeless but also comfy with a friendly vibe.

Attention to detail is evident everywhere — in the raked ceiling in the centre pavilion, polished concrete floors, stone benchtops, floating concrete hearth, and fireplace framed by the same blocks that feature on the exterior. A covered alfresco area with a built-in fire and daybed extends the luxury to the outdoors.

Views are captured by floor-to-ceiling glazing and gallery windows. With five bedrooms, two bathrooms, three lounges and a powder room, the house was built with a growing family in mind. Tiled bathrooms with quality fixtures are yet more evidence of a top build. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

Block party

There are many words you could use to describe this beautiful home on a city-fringe lifestyle block, but slick and ultra-modern should be somewhere near the top. The 323sqm three-bedroom, three-bathroom home sprawls long and low along its site and meets the clients’ brief for a house that’s more designer flair than farm cottage. The home, with cladding of elegant gunmetal-coloured aluminium and plaster, has three wings, two of which are

positioned like arms opening wide to the north and the sun. In between a wide patio, some of it covered, extends the already generous living space. This is entertaining central. The house is stacked with features, starting with the light-filled vaulted entry that has a 4.5m-high ceiling and wide pivot door. Sloping ceilings give living areas a sense of volume enhanced by a double gas fireplace. Corner sliders open to the outdoor entertainment area and patio.

It’s stacked with features, starting with the light-filled vaulted entry and wide pivot door.

A craft room was a must, and strategically placed windows capture views of Mt Taranaki. Flooring in the main living areas is eco-friendly cork, and both the ensuite and main bathroom have feature tiles. Two double garages, one used as a workshop, complete the package.

It’s also a snug place to live. Heating is a combination of ducted heat pumps, wall heat pumps and a gas fire. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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Situated on a lifestyle block outside Palmerston North, the house has generous living areas that invite in the green outlook, and a covered L-shaped outdoor entertaining space. Alfresco meals are on the menu, no matter the weather. It’s perfect for gatherings, too. The stylish kitchen, with clean lines and an industrial edge, has a walk-in pantry with plenty of storage and extra work space. Fanning out from this hub of the home are a

family room with a fireplace, and a dining room that leads to a living room. There’s no shortage of places to congregate or, conversely, to enjoy private time. Wherever you look, you’ll see bold, attractive decor and furnishings. Bedrooms are spread throughout the house; the elegant main suite has an ensuite and dressing room. Three-car garaging is a must on such a property. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

$750,000–$1 MILLION

Fowler Homes

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156 Fairs Road Palmerston North, Manawatu

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There’s no shortage of places to congregate or, conversely, to enjoy private time.

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Is there a better house for hosting get-togethers? You’ll find a large designer kitchen with a walk-in pantry, open- plan living spaces and a covered outdoor entertaining zone spilling from them. It’s all here — as well as bespoke patio furniture made for leisurely family dining, barbecues and parties in the country. Let’s raise a glass to that. There’s much more to this 347sqm black beauty, however, and it starts at the front where stone columns are

offset by the dark brick and Shadowclad ply exterior. You’ll find four bedrooms, a study, two bathrooms, a laundry with external access, powder room, four-car garage and oodles of space, including a walk-in linen cupboard. There’s also a separate lounge and, naturally, the main bedroom has a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite.

It’s in the open-living space where real drama occurs. A statement jet-black kitchen in a U-shape immediately

The statement jet-black kitchen has a double oven, breakfast bar and cupboard space aplenty.

catches the eye. It has double ovens, a breakfast bar, integrated appliances and cupboard space aplenty. Black also has as starring role in bathroom vanities, joinery and built-in shelving, although you’ll see plenty of natural hues and a pop of vivid colour in the red front door. Outdoors, the patio runs onto lawn meaning there’s room for the whole family to enjoy their rural lifestyle. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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Shore is stunning

Beauty arrived at the beach when this new three-bedroom, two-level home was built. The 154sqm home clad in larch shiplap, coloured steel and Linea weatherboard stands tall and proud in its seaside neighbourhood.

A boardwalk leads to the entry. Open the door, head left, and your welcoming committee is an array of stunning materials, shapes, volumes and features that tell you this house is one out of the box.

Essentially an H-shape, the house has the living spaces in one wing, and in the other, two bedrooms and a bathroom/mudroom that connects to an outdoor shower. No excuse for traipsing in sand here.

Upstairs, above the communal spaces, is the main bedroom with its own dressing room, tiled ensuite and, the ultimate in luxury, a private balcony.

Like the exterior, which is hardy and low-maintenance for coastal conditions, the inside has myriad materials and features that contrast yet sit comfortably together.

It’s clear by the way the decorative ply and built-in shelves and cabinetry been finished that the builders have high-level skills. This is tricky work executed with precision and care. Polished concrete floors are both practical and lovely in this Manawatū beach beauty. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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This is where style meets substance. This three-bedroom New Plymouth house is a perfect example of how to combine voguish and value in one handsome package. It gets off to a cracking start with a good-looking exterior of contrasting recycled red brick and grooved Stria cladding. Dark joinery and doors finish the look nicely.

Inside, generous glazing floods the house in sunlight. It’s most evident in the L-shaped open-plan area where a 2.7m stud creates a spacious feeling. The slick white kitchen features timber cabinets; a finger-tile splashback keep things chic. Sliders lead to two decks — one catches the morning sun, the other bathes in afternoon light.

Head down the hallway, floodlit with two skylights, and you’ll find the three bedrooms and family bathroom. The main-bedroom retreat, separated from the others, has a walk-in robe and pared-back but elegant tiled ensuite. Off the hall is a handy linen cupboard and hot-water cylinder. Flooring is hard-wearing vinyl planking in the entry, kitchen-dining zone and main bathroom, and there’s carpet to cosy up the living rooms, bedrooms and hallway. Not every garage deserves a mention, but this 178sqm house has a beauty. It has carpet too and room for two cars, the laundry and a substantial workshop area. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

Even from the outside, you can tell that generous glazing will flood the home with sunlight.

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Vanilla nice

This home is certainly made of the white stuff. The split-gable Titania Colorsteel roof, white Rockcote cladding, and white fencing and front door hint at what’s to come. Step through to the entrance hallway with oak-look laminate flooring, and the fresh and airy feel is punctuated by pockets of warm browns and greys.

In the kitchen, a grey, white and brown mosaic splashback behind the freestanding cooker adds plenty of character, and a scullery helps keep the white surfaces looking pristine.

An office can be separated from the main space via sliding doors, and the dining and sitting spaces have

complementary natural furnishings and carpet. A second living area sits behind French doors and leads onto a deck area that wraps around to make the most of the sun.

Wet spaces, including a separate laundry, family bathroom and toilet, all have underfloor heating and are laid with chic green-and-white checkerboard tiles.

This home is built for royalty but the plush main bedroom takes the crown, with a walk-in robe and fully tiled ensuite with a large rain shower. Central heating throughout keeps the house snug on wintery days. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

Set among the rural plains of Waipukurau in Central Hawke’s Bay and overlooking Ruahine Range, this four-bedroom rustic single-storey dwelling has been designed to blend with its surroundings. But once you spot this handsome country home it’s easy to see it’s also a little bit rock ‘n’ roll.

The cedar weatherboard provides a gorgeous natural

wood exterior that ties in with the HardieFlex sheet panels and Colorsteel roof, creating a simple, sleek look with a little swagger.

This house knows how to make a grand entrance, with a handcrafted burnished copper sheet front door. Inside, the spacious main living and kitchen area, with handy scullery, makes a good impression. There’s ample access to the outdoors from the family area, with large sliding doors opening onto kwila decking in three different directions, so you can position yourself according to the weather and time of day. A second living space overlooking the deck provides a peaceful spot to enjoy the vistas.

In the main bedroom there’s plenty of space in the expansive walk-in wardrobe.

Loaded with creature comforts, this home provides modern, functional living as well as razzle dazzle. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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Black-andwhite beauty

In equestrian country just out of Whanganui, you’ll find this 229sqm home built with the owners’ passion for racehorses in mind. The black-and-white charmer with three bedrooms and two bathrooms has the real look and feel of a ranch, with its wide eaves, curving driveway, shades-of-green pasture and triple garage with a sleepout and workshop.

There’s more, however. This house has a separate room devoted to celebrating horse breeding and racing. Here you’ll find trophies, photographs, bar tables and a purpose-built bar with stools. It’s just the place in which to revel in successes and entertain others in the industry.

Elsewhere in this handsome home, the equine theme has been reined in and you can focus on the high-spec features and craftsmanship on display. It’s most evident in the open-plan kitchen, dining and living space that merges into the outdoor living space, sheltering under the eaves. The kitchen, with a waterfall-end bench, topend fixtures and plenty of storage, has a scullery that winds around the kitchen corner. This communal area is the consummate place in which to host friends and family. The house finishes strongly with white plaster and dark weatherboard cladding, and long-run steel roofing. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

This house has a separate room devoted to celebrating horse racing and breeding.

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Welcome home

This house says, ‘Come on in.’ The combination of white plaster and inky-hued vertical cladding, landscaping and a boardwalk-style covered entrance effectively puts out the welcome mat.

As you enter this 170sqm T-shaped home, that feeling is amplified. You’re greeted by a large open-plan living and dining space that doesn’t stop where the walls do. Wide dual-access sliders extend the bright breezy communal area out to a wraparound deck overlooking a flat green lawn. Much of this outdoor zone is covered, so enjoying dining or relaxing in the great outdoors is almost always an option.

The kitchen, sleek in white and navy blue, has plenty of space and a cleverly tucked away scullery.

The three bedrooms run off a hallway that’s lined with storage. The main bedroom has a beautiful ensuite, walk-in wardrobe and a sliding door opening to the deck.

In the family bathroom you’ll find a bathtub, shower and vanity. A separate toilet is right next door. In the carpeted double garage you’ll find the laundry space.

Situated on a 603sqm low-maintenance fenced section, this handsome home has everything going for it, including the myriad little details the building team is so proud of. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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Right from the word go, this small semi-rural house on the outskirts of Napier works its charm. Corrugated steel cladding teamed with rough-sawn timber window surrounds and fascias speak the language of the country location. The deck that spills out from the living area is sheltered with a covered verandah inviting the sunshine into the open-plan living.

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The full-sized kitchen is positioned so the large island makes the most of the west-facing views. It also features textured splashback tiles, timber overhead cabinets, and a well-placed window seat that adds timeless style. Recycled industrial pendants were salvaged from an old shed on the property and hover above the island. This gives the 80sqm home a historical tie to the land.

There are two double-sized bedrooms, one with a spacious walk-in wardrobe, the other with a Murphy bed, and an office space. In keeping with the country surrounds, the main bedroom has been painted a deep green hue, the other a calming pink. The white-and-wood bathroom has a bath and fully tiled walk-in shower. Everything’s here — warmth, character, craftsmanship and excellent design, all in a compact footprint. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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Raw talent

If ever a house lives up to its show home billing, it’s this one. In fact, such are the features and intricacies on display that Design Builders’ 204sqm Hawke’s Bay property has become a destination in its own right.

Clad in Thermory ash and a concrete shade of Rockcote, the aesthetic is one of rawness flavoured with modernism. In terms of form, texture, angles and use of materials, there’s a lot to take in, but it’s only a hint of what’s to come.

The raw beauty is carried inside with burnished concrete floors and ash feature walls and cedar ceilings. In the long open-plan communal space, skylights throw light on the kitchen with its curved island and black cabinets, study

nook and built-in bar. Behind the scenes is a scullery. Wide sliders enable the living space to merge onto decking edged with built-in garden beds. Yes, this part of the house is perfect for entertaining crowds, but smart design ensures spaces also feel intimate and inviting. There are three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The main-bedroom suite on one side of the living space has a walk-in robe, ensuite and access to the deck. The remaining rooms, on the other side, share a family bathroom and separate toilet. The luxe bathrooms, with their bold ceramic tiles, are destinations in their own right. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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Perfect match

Here’s how to marry country and contemporary in one beautiful home. The 312sqm H-shaped house on the rural outskirts of the city offers the very best of both styles. The warm country vibe is obvious from the start. Band-sawn macrocarpa weatherboards are teamed with Belgian tumbled bricks and long-run steel roofing. The contemporary aspect comes courtesy of a pavilion design and the very latest in modern conveniences and decor. •

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A recess in the H-shape makes an inviting entrance while the niche on the other side is an impressive outdoor room with skylights, heater, furniture and tiled level-entry access to the lounge, family and dining spaces as well as the main-bedroom suite. The matte-grey kitchen with hidden walk-in pantry has designer delights such as splashbacks made from copper mosaic tiles and feature LED strip lighting throughout. Sliding timber barn-style

The H-shaped home offers the very best of country and contemporary styles.

doors, engineered oak flooring and recycled items throughout the house, including wooden beams sourced and repurposed from the local Awapuni Racecourse Ascot stand, reinforce the warm country theme.

With five bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living spaces, kids’ retreat, separate laundry and a double garage, the home also meets the needs of a growing family. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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The best of both worlds

This 216sqm property ties perfectly into its Napier suburb, with weatherboard cladding, corner boards, timber window surrounds and unique handcrafted corbels on the front and side gables. This home also offers the very best in modern family living. Stacking sliders in the dining and family rooms open an entire corner of the house and lead to a covered patio

with a classic battened soffit. Talk about fantastic indoor-outdoor flow. There’s also a separate lounge, which is an ideal retreat.

Earthy colours have been used throughout the house, but there’s flair, too. A dusky peach ensuite with terrazzo flooring, a fully tiled shower, and a double vanity create a luxurious space. Wallpapered and painted feature walls add pops of colour throughout and a wallpapered ceiling in the entry adds pizazz.

The main bathroom, with a bath, large white tiles and a timber wall-hung vanity, is simple yet elegant. In the kitchen, you will find a stone benchtop with a waterfall end this is paired with timber LED-backlit panels on the front of the island and textured splashback tiles add a point of interest. It doesn’t take long to realise this traditional four-bedroom house is anything but. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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Timeless classic

Take one intuitive design, add every modern convenience, sprinkle with character details, and what have you got?

A recipe for easy family living.

With its pitched rooflines, wide eaves and weatherboard exterior, this 268sqm four-bedroom house is a charmfilled addition to its neighbourhood.

The appeal is carried indoors where a large open-plan space with a raking ceiling is flooded with light. It streams through clerestory windows, skylights, and sliders and doors that open onto a large apron of timber decking. There's plenty of room out here for barbecues and alfresco lunches – as well as backyard Olympics.

The pale, natural decor is given depth and texture with panelled kitchen cabinetry, a blue island base and herringbone-tile splashback. Patterned tiles in the two bathrooms, one a main-bedroom ensuite, are striking. For all of its classic style, this home is also utterly practical. A separate lounge, plus open-plan living spaces, offer plenty of spots for hobbies and games. Thermally broken double-glazing and underfloor heating keeps them warm. A mud room and laundry are ideal for wet and grubby sports gear. This low-maintenance home with a double garage and timeless character covers every base. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

considered approach when selecting materials creates homes that perform better and provide timeless appeal. When you make Dynex PALLISIDE® weatherboards your first choice, you won’t give it a second thought.

For all of its classic style, this four-bedroom home is also utterly practical.

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Bright future

The hallmark of a skilled renovation is the seamless melding of the old with the new. This is especially true in projects that involve character homes, which require a sensitive approach and a high level of craftsmanship. This is a template for how to do it well. Hardy Construction has breathed new life into the 100-year-old villa without deviating from its historical DNA or diluting any of its obvious charm. The team has skilfully turned

back the clock, allowing residents to enjoy warmth, light, comfort and indoor-outdoor flow for decades to come.

The renovation involved reconfiguring rooms, including converting a bedroom into a main suite with walk-in robe and ensuite. The kitchen was moved and expanded, and this and the main bedroom were given doors leading to a hardwood deck. New plasterboard and paint make the interior feel fresh, but these haven’t come at the expense

of the character. The pared-back yet elegant white kitchen doesn’t compete with the architecture, and timber floorboards, architraves and skirtings have been retained. From the outside, you’d never guess at the magic that has been conjured here.

Every part of the seamless, stylish upgrade has been in tune with the original house, resulting in happy owners. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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Light years ahead

Fresh and lovely are understatements for what has been achieved in this Palmerston North renovation project. The character home has been re-lined, the bathrooms refurbished with flush-entry showers and, out the back, an extension with a new kitchen, dining and living area has been built. The new open-plan space opens straight onto a loggia. Talk about indoor-outdoor flow.

The extension is sun-drenched and warm with tasteful natural touches, such as pale-timber floating shelves and cane and wood furniture. Pale polished-concrete floors are a perfect fit. Providing detail and texture in the kitchen are brass fixtures and a herringbone-tile splashback.

The striking pitched ceiling with skylights lends extra airiness to the space and, in keeping with the character of the original house, the extension is clad in weatherboard, too.

If you can bear to leave this space and head back into the original house, you’ll notice the revamped bathrooms have been lavished with the same care and deft touches, such as pale cabinetry, brass fixtures and fittings, and tiles in subtle patterns and hues.

This project is a blueprint for infusing light, bright and beautiful into a character home. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

That 70s showcase

To say that this house has been renovated is an understatement. The words don’t do justice to what has been achieved here. The once cold, dark, 1970s concreteblock house has been completely transformed and infused with light and warmth.

The craftsmanship involved in introducing modern luxuries into a decades-old home with such a distinct

aesthetic takes top-drawer skills. Dougan Homes was up to the task and, despite all the intricate work involved, the team never altered the home’s DNA.

The project to modernise and enhance the house’s flow, involved an extensive reconfiguration of the ground floor. Dougan Homes has rebuilt and reconstructed this home with new floor coverings, ceilings, windows and doors. Some internal block walls were retained, honed and polished — but they weren’t the only materials to be kept and transformed into heroes in the revamp. Terracotta tiles have been kept at the entry of the house as a key link to the original character. American white oak floors have been introduced to great effect and this wood also appears on the new dining table. The kitchen is modern and inviting, paired with excellent product and surface selections to continue the inspired warmth and luxury of this renovation. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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HAWKE’S BAY

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HAVELOCK NORTH

Terrific in timber

Imagination and innovation were required to transform this tired house into this personality-packed beauty. While it had good bones, the home needed to be completely re-clad and re-roofed while inside, the ceilings and walls needed to be re-lined. Fortunately, the building team was up to the challenge.

Things are off to a great start on the exterior with the addition of gables and new black James Hardie Linea

weatherboard and tongue-and-groove cedar cladding. Cedar is also used to great effect at the back of the house to create a large covered outdoor space which connects to the garden.

Inside, the transformation is just as dramatic, with vaulted ceilings, scissor trusses and skylights creating a feeling of height and spaciousness. The open-plan kitchen, dining and living area features Tasmanian

blackwood flooring and glass sliders connect inside and out. Bifold windows in the kitchen ensure it’s easy to cater for barbecues, while the large scullery keeps things tidy.

Two sizeable bedrooms and a laundry complete the ground floor but up the floating timber-tread stairs lies the main bedroom with its roomy walk-in wardrobe and tiled ensuite. Sweet dreams are made of this. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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Vaulted ceilings, scissor trusses and skylights create a feeling of spaciousness.

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Now here’s a renovation with true star power. This contemporary Hawke’s Bay home received a moviestarworthy upgrade with a new cabana area that capitalises on the hillside setting and Pacific Ocean views.

An expansive multi-level outdoor area required significant earthworks to accommodate an infinity pool, spa, courtyard and conversation pit with a dazzling glass-encased fire. There’s also a second alfresco seating area in front of an Escea fireplace.

The 70sqm cedar and aluminium-clad pool pavilion offers more luxury and examples of exemplary craftsmanship. Inside, the tongue-and-groove cedar walls

in the living areas along with a negative-detailed ceiling and hidden bathroom wall showcase the skills of the building and design teams. Infrared heaters are recessed into the ceiling and LED lights makes the timber shine.

In the kitchen, the refrigerator and wine chiller are tucked away behind more of that beautiful cedar. There’s all the mod cons, including an indoor barbecue.

The adjoining living room comes equipped with a recessed television and a statement gas fire for chilly nights. Steel pivoted, double-glazed glass doors grant unfettered access to the pool and those incredible views. For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

Never-ending STORY

Gina Fabish loves a story, so it’s a good thing she’s an interior designer. There are lots of happilyever-afters, fairytale endings and magical transformations in the New Plymouth-based designer’s work, and she enjoys creating homes and rooms that are a reflection of the homeowners’ personal narratives.

“My designs always start by meeting the homeowners and finding out who they are and the story they want to tell,” says Gina. “When working with a client, I start by creating a mood board to craft a visual narrative about how the space is going to make them feel.”

This approach to design stems, in part, from her other career as a photographer. While capturing homes for magazines and architects, she thinks about the bigger story the visuals are trying to tell. Her keen eye for detail behind the lens also helps her zero in on the elements in interiors.

“I’ve always been inspired by the spaces we live in and how they can make us feel. I’m hugely influenced by texture and light. In this sense, working in both the photography and design fields is complementary. How I design rooms and how I frame spaces compositionally for an image are similar – it’s all about the light, the lines, the texture, and how this all flows together. I think being a photographer has really honed my eye for detail in the magic of subtlety.”

One of Gina’s signatures as a designer is her ability to mix old and new. It’s something many homeowners struggle with, particularly when incorporating heirloom pieces into new builds or renovations, she says.

“One of my favourite jobs was working with some clients who I already knew from when I was a wedding photographer. I helped them push the envelope of what they wanted for their home. The entire dining and kitchen space was built around their nana’s old 1950s dining table, which they wanted to keep. We tied that in through colour and texture, and the room reflects them as a family – it doesn’t feel cookie cutter.”

Sometimes older pieces, particularly large ones, need softening in a contemporary home. “With a dining table for instance, that could be by using a rug or perhaps mixing in a few new chairs with the old ones so that the aesthetic isn’t as heavy.”

Gina says part of her role as an interior designer is to instill confidence in her clients and their own design ideas. When she meets new clients, she often asks them a series of questions about the colours they are drawn to and the pieces they love.

“I think design is about giving people permission to listen to their instincts. I feel they sometimes get a bit paralysed by the idea of rooms being ‘right or wrong’, or that there are rules they need to follow. Actually, they were probably on the right path already.”

Living in New Plymouth, Gina is inspired by the natural environment with the black sand beaches of the coast and the mighty presence of Mt Taranaki. She’s also inspired by the creativity of her community and her clients.

“There are just so many amazingly talented people living here. I think that being surrounded by nature in a place which enjoys a quieter pace always fosters creativity. Having an element of stillness helps people dream up ideas.”

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A Taranaki-based interior designer is mixing old and new to create visual narratives that resonate with their owners.

1. The wardrobe was custom made by Rowson Kitchens. 2. Gina Fabish in her studio in New Plymouth.

3. This bedroom features a striking mural from York Wallcoverings.

4. Italian side tables from the 1970s and a vintage lamp and vase in Gina’s studio. 5. A kitchen designed around a vintage dining table, featuring Kyoto Concave Ochre tiles, Possom Melteca cabinetry and Resene Blanched Pink on the walls.

PHOTOGRAPHY GINA FABISH

Designing circularity into our business

APL is proud to sponsor the Sustainable and Environmental Excellence award in the 2023 Master Builders House of the Year competition.

Nearly half of the world’s total emissions are a consequence of the linear way we make, use and dispose of materials and products and less than 9% of the resources we use to build the world around us are cycled back for reuse. As industry leaders and innovators, we have both the opportunity and responsibility to address the rising need for large and sustainable change.

The future is here. Ready now. aplnz.co.nz/our-responsibility

For us, this starts at the design stage or as we like to think of it - the redesign stage. We’re committed to closing the loop on material flows, designing waste and pollution out of our system and regenerating our natural environments. Our future path is clear, creating a product for your home or building that has made zero impact on our beautiful country.

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Regional Winner New Home $500,000 - $750,000 House of the Year 2022. Supported by Bunnings Trade.