Trade secrets - The Insider Series

We answer your most asked questions, give practical advice and insider tips plus reveal the latest design trends and products. You will find all the information here to prepare you for making the many decisions involved in building a new home.

Avoid being overwhelmed by choice

While building a bespoke home gives you the chance to get exactly the home you are wanting, that comes with a lot of choices.

When to engage a builder

Deciding to build your new home is an exciting prospect, but if it’s your first time it’s also filled with plenty of unknowns. The first...

How to choose the best flooring options for your home

Choosing flooring for your home can be a difficult task. Deciding between practicality, style and cost can be a daunting process.

How to add WOW to your walk-in wardrobe

A fashion-lovers dream, walk-in wardrobes are a sure sign of domestic luxury and never fail to add a stylish element to a home. But it’s...

Getting the most out of your Laundry

In every household the Laundry is a very hard working area. It’s vital that its design is both practical and functional. So where do you...

Our top 10 interior design blogs

Here are our top 10 favourite Interior Design Blogs which we follow for their great design and style. A mix of NZ and Australian design...

How to design a home that doesn’t blow the budget

While this may sound counter-intuitive, choosing your builder before your architect can save you a lot of time and money. While...

Nailing your outdoor spaces

Why nailing the outdoor spaces in your design phase is key As Kiwi’s we love to be outside. There’s nothing nicer in Summer than to relax...

Let's Talk Cladding!

Which is the best cladding to use on your new home? Selecting the right exterior cladding for your new home involves more than just...

Kitchen Checklist

Our top tips and tricks when designing your new kitchen For many of us, our kitchen really is the heart of our home, and a hard-working...

Is Solar Power right for your home?

In NZ 45 per cent of homeowners say they’ve thought about installing solar. Solar power is becoming an increasingly popular investment...

Not all m2 are create equal

The number one burning question when building a new home seems to be “How much will it cost to build per m2?” My answer to that is...

Having a contingency plan

How much should I allow as a contingency? Everyone knows it – building a new home will always go over budget! But by how much, and how...