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A villa from the street - but that’s only half the story
It’s one-off, dramatic architecture, but above all, it’s comfortable family living.

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Bathroom renovation that’s rockin’ it
Dramatic tiles, evoking a moody ambience, are teamed with curved, high-end accessories.

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When heritage charm meets beauty and function
This reinvented kitchen offers a harmonious fusion of classic charm and modern convenience.

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Goodbye cold, damp homes: New standards make homes warmer and dryer
Stricter insulation and glazing standards are setting a new benchmark for home energy efficiency in New Zealand.

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Urban oasis: An inner-city courtyard design

Nikki Preston
‘Scary, scary time’: Home renovation spend drops 13% as Kiwis tighten their wallets

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‘Mitre 10 rammo with tradies’ - builders’ phones ringing hot again as reno fever takes hold

Nicola Martin
Instagram warning: Interior designer says algorithm will lead you to dull place in 2025

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Mum transforms plaster townhouses into Airbnb money-spinners
Designer Isis Winter reveals how she brought homes up to scratch on a budget.

Diana Clement
‘It was just ghastly’ - How a colour lover turned a drab home into a house of fun
Auckland interior designer Erina Emery on her 16-year passion project.
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Will The Block NZ ever return to Kiwi screens? What former judge and winners say
Reality TV show’s demise is a “shame” but not a surprise.

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Olympian Eric Murray reveals renovation therapy - ‘we lived pretty rough for a while’
Gold medallist selling the villa he upgraded with his family.

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‘Hot’ Kiwi baker is selling NZ’s ‘sexiest kitchen’
Former contestant of hit TV show reveals the secrets of his luxury lifestyle property.

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Kiwi flight attendant gives $20,000 prize money to widowed brother for kitchen upgrade
Winner of Coast renovation contest moves listeners with selfless act.

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Film-making duo’s crazy renovation adventure: ‘Terrible’ house with bad smells and cops in the backyard

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Builder’s Covid renovation transforms $1m plaster home he wanted to bowl

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Historic Wellington mansion looking for nearly $6m after property duo’s standout renovation

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How to upsize your home: When three-bedroom living isn’t enough
Homeowners who outgrow their space should think twice before moving, say experts.

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Passive home with a twist: Luxury barn has Marilyn Monroe all over it
South Wairarapa property combines eco-tech with mid-century flair.