With the Auckland housing market stretched to its absolute limit, there’s a new kind of home being built across the suburbs. The rise of the duplex is here, and Aucklanders are adjusting their expectations for what a home should be. Including the number of walls they get. What is a Duplex? A duplex by nature […]
For many people looking to develop a property, the phrase terrace housing pops up pretty frequently. So today, we thought we would discuss a bit of terrace housing and how it may work for you. What is Terrace Housing? Terrace housing is where each property shares a wall with its neighbour to fit more housing […]
Sustainability includes the influence on environmental, social and economic factors. A sustainable build is where social needs are met and the resources used to cause no irreversible damage to the environment during its lifecycle. Maintaining a sustainable build entails using best practices and systems that benefit the environment, lower the owners’ costs, and make healthy, […]
Home automation can feel like something from a back to the future movie if you don’t know what you’re looking for or aren’t aware of the benefits. Let’s walk through some of the features you can include to have yourself a smart home. Wi-Fi Fifteen years ago, you couldn’t use your landline at home without […]
With two Bronze Medals in the bag, a small Auckland home builder is aiming for greater glory. 3C Homes, which has built over 100 homes over the past ten years, is not resting on its laurels despite its success at the recent New Zealand Master Builders House of the Year Awards. Impressive progress 3C Homes […]
Building a new home is an exciting time for everyone who has had the privilege of undertaking the challenge. A challenge because if you don’t know what you are doing, you may try to cut corners where corners shouldn’t be cut. Many new builds can turn into a nightmare for their owners if details are […]
Your kitchen is likely to be the hub of your home. So today, we thought we would walk you through some of the types of kitchen designs you might like in your new home. Each layout has its benefits; however, we recommend having a chat with one of our architects and kitchen designers to ask […]
Your roof is responsible for keeping the weather out, so it’s important that you pick what’s right for you and your design outcomes. When it comes to different types of roofing, there are multiple options available on the market. These primary types are Tile, Shingle, Metal and Membrane, each coming with its own benefits. Membrane […]
How do you keep the weather out of your home? By having solid walls. We’ve provided you with a comprehensive list of all available options as well as their features and how they compare. Fibre Cement Cladding Fibre Cement cladding is a versatile, hardwearing and reliable cladding option for your home. It is available in […]
Bathrooms are one of the most used rooms in your home, and as such need to be carefully thought out and designed. The design and layout of your bathroom determine the flow and use of the room. Time shouldn’t be spared on this part of design. We have prepared a guide to bathrooms, including tips […]