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A new house is about security, warmth, longevity but it also needs to embrace the vitality of life. Jalcon Homes designs and builds for active, busy families

Attention to detail ensured this house, designed by Don Nelson Architecture, was an award winner

A classically inspired courtyard tames this lifestyle block and creates an idyllic setting for the Pisa Blue pool from Mayfair Pools

Accessing the internet, music and TV, and controlling all your home automation is quick and easy with the new ili OneTouch system

It can be a big ask views, privacy and sun. But, as this project shows, with the right design and construction, there's always a solution

The distinctive profile and materials of this new house evoke a sense of history they recall the traditional charm and character of a Central Otago goldminer's cottage

Rich stone cladding, architecturally dynamic interiors and consummate craft skills all come together in this show home by David Reid Homes Waikato

Every aspect of this kitchen from the generous work surfaces and sleek styling to the eye-catching Smeg appliances was designed to make entertaining a breeze

For a durable cladding, Sto European Plaster Systems products were installed by EuroClad

This new holiday home, winner of a Resene award, recalls summer days under canvas

Rheinzink roofing wraps new Sydney wharf

New HQ takes the form of a sphere in the desert