Home Trends Vol. 27/5

Expansive steel-framed windows at the ends of two cross axes in this house provide views in all directions

Three discrete shells open up onto a central courtyard, creating a weekend home that offers its owners flexible living spaces in all weathers

This riverside residence combines modern architectural lines with optimum visual connections to its surroundings

Rockcote's Masonry Render System features on the exterior of this house

You can be confident your kitchen will have a contemporary look and wil be practical to work in when the appliances are from Smeg

From the multi-level design and sleek, contemporary interior to the dramatic cantilevered swimming pool, this house by DJ Hewitt Builders is made for entertaining on a grand scale

Living spaces in this large family home, built by Design Construction Home, flow seamlessly out under loggias to the pool and garden

This Taupo show home responds to its setting and the needs of a busy family the house is by award-winning David Reid Homes

Right House can advise on sustainable design and energy efficiency

Butynol waterproofing from Ardex protects this hillside home

Heightened interest in environmentally friendly design alternatives led to the development of the Lite-House a showcase for sustainability

Spacious and solidly built, the latest house design from Platinum Homes offers an attractive, secure place to raise a family

Attractive, durable and comprehensively guaranteed Rockcote cladding systems offer protection for your home

Creating a different theme for every bathroom in your home is easily managed with bathroom fittings from Kohler

Echoing the tones of the land and eco-friendly, zinc feature cladding from Euro Metals adds a rich allure to any new home design

Resene paints feature both inside and outside this large home

There are many important aspects to consider when building your first home. As well as solid financial backing, Westpac offers valuable tips and ideas

It's not just the visual boatshed references that draw attention to this new Jalcon Homes show home the building guarantees also make visitors look twice

With a new home you want to be sure all the materials both interior and exterior will stand the test of time. A BRANZ Appraisal gives you that confidence

Wastewater treatment system irrigates the garden

Resene low-VOC paints feature in this eco-friendly house

A weir and sheer descent waterfall reinforce the grandeur of this project by Mayfair Pools

A chic, innovative design with a long, floating flame inside a contemporary fireplace is the latest development from Real Fires