House of the Year 2025
Bliss in the Bay Near Te Mata Peak and above the Tukituki River, you’ll find a slice of Hawke’s Bay heaven. This 686sqm property, designed by Sumich Chaplin Architects, is the epitome of elegance, with views that take the breath away. These can be enjoyed from many places in the four-bedroom,three-living room home, but there’s […]
House of the Year 2022
Modern Masterpiece Dreaming of building a sprawling modern-style country homestead? This is how it’s done – with clever design and craftsmanship. On an elevated north-facing section and with views of the Tukituki River, this home lies easily on the land – despite its large footprint. The design is classic Andy Coltart, with large eaves, exposed […]
House of the Year 2017
Low Key Success House of the Year 2017 Taking inspiration from other rural buildings, the unassuming gable form of this home north of Napier rests serenely in the landscape. Its volume, scale and aesthetic are all in tune with the environment. The low-lying shed-like structure makes cunning use of negative space to create usable alfresco […]
Taupo Lakehouse
Built in the classic Coltart style with black cedar board-and-baton cladding, custom timber exterior joinery with chant hardware and one-tonne South American timber beams, this 500sqm, absolute lakefront home exemplifies the best building traditions blended seamlessly and creatively with modern techniques. Architect: Andy Coltart Photographer: Sarah Horn
House of the Year 2014
Sanctuary in the Hills House of the Year 2014 Set high in Esk Hills with breathtaking views from Napier to the Kawekas, this award-winning home was carefully designed to reflect the lifestyle of its owners. Davcon Construction worked closely with architect Simon Clarkson to create a warm, welcoming retreat that balances style and practicality. At […]
Esk Hills Home 2
Architect: Graeme Weaver Interior Designer: Kelly Davis Photographer: Sarah Horn NZ Master Joiner Awards 2017 Category Winner – Best Kitchen $15k – $30k and Best Regional Award – Rabbitte Joinery
Esk Hills Home 3
House of the Year 2017 Picking up on the rural vernacular, this black-claddwelling riffs on a barn, profiling an unassuming gable that steals nothing from the stunning setting. At this coastal location, sea and sky merge on a bright blue day, while the cedar-clad home recedes into the landscape with its native planting. With a site this exposed to […]
Westshore Home
This contemporary, 330sqm beachfront townhouse in Napier reflects the client’s unique needs and design sensibility with an emphasis on negative detail, high-end custom joinery and exceptional attention to detail. A library, office with ensuite, open internal balcony, custom steel and oak spiral stairwell, plunge pool and 12 solid-oak doors are some of this home’s standout […]
Eskdale Home
Designer: Grant McKenzie Design Photographer: Sarah Horn
Bayview Holiday House
Designer: Don Pitt Photographer: Sarah Horn