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At David Reid Homes we build custom homes in developments and subdivisions throughout New Zealand – here are just three quality examples from across the country

Sustainable collaboration works – these eco-friendly co-working spaces, constructed by Hansen Yuncken, example ways we're reshaping how we do business

Designed by Warren and Mahoney, the architecture of Flock Hill Homestead celebrates the limestone rock formations that jut out of the surrounding landscape

This home celebrates family, friends and artworks with a large central living space opening to contained outdoor spaces – private spaces are upstairs

Past, present, and the timeless world of art are reconciled in this interior redesign of a stunning 1912 residence on the Island of Montreal 

This spiritual garden fits within Vedic principles of architecture that originate in a large body of religious texts from ancient India

Evocative textures connect with the owner's vintage trinkets in this kitchen – the new and old elevating each other's presence 

With a strong emphasis on team work, architect Michael Cooper specialises in both new builds and renovations – site responsiveness and fresh thinking are signatures of his work

Location is a key driver for any homebuyer and this modest-sized, contemporary home, by G.J Gardner, goes places many other house plans won't

These white stairs appear to grow out of the white wall and might be suitable for Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves – Cher lived in this apartment and designed many features

The location of this toilet might well raise eyebrows, as might lifting the lid on its individualistically textured bowl – reminiscent of a 1970s disco ball 

Falling from a ceiling-high pelmet, well above the window frames, these drapes add elegance and also accentuate the height of the interiors