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Welcome

to the Registered Master Builders House of the Year 2020 magazine for the Wairarapa / Wellington Region In what has been an unpredictable year, the Registered Master Builders House of the Year competition has forged ahead – and the results are more impressive than ever. The calibre of the new builds and renovations entered into the prestigious annual event wowed our construction and architectural expert judges. We hope you feel inspired viewing the work of the Master Builders in your region.

The results go live at www.houseoftheyear.co.nz on 13 November.

Paul Southey, President | Registered Master Builders Wairarapa Branch

We’re celebrating This year Registered Master Builders is celebrating 30 years of the House of the Year competition.

It’s hard to believe we’ve been inviting our expert builders to enter this event for three decades. It has evolved into a highly anticipated competition showcasing some of the country’s most well-constructed new builds and renovations.

We’d like to thank all our builders past and present for making House of the Year the success it is today.

WAIRARAPA / WELLINGTON HOUSE OF THE YEAR COMPETITION COVER HOME

Supreme New Home WINNER 2019 Wilson Building

Supreme Renovation WINNER 2019 Scotty’s Construction

The Wairarapa / Wellington Region competition is one of 10 regional House of the Year events held in November. The Wairarapa / Wellington Region results go live at www.houseoftheyear.co.nz on 13 November. Each category is judged by a pair of judges (one builder and one architect) who rate each property against a scorecard. The highest points-scoring Gold Awards in each category become the Category winners. The highest points-scoring Category winners are named the Local Supreme Winner for a New Build and the Local Supreme Winner for a Renovation. As well as being judged for building excellence, entries are rated for their lifestyle value. There are kitchen, bathroom, outdoor living and sustainable home awards and excellence in workmanship is recognised by the Craftsmanship Award.

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Wairarapa / Wellington AUCKL AND / NORTHLAND / COROMANDEL WAIK ATO BAY OF PLENT Y / CENTRAL PL ATE AU

(Tauranga, Rotorua, Taupō, Whakatāne)

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EDITOR

Rebecca Barry Hill

TARANAKI E AST COAST / M ANAWATŪ / WHANGANUI

(Gisborne, Hawke’s Bay, Palmerston North, Whanganui)

WAIRARAPA / WELLINGTON

ART DIRECTOR Nicola Feeney

WRITERS

Fiona Barber, Jo Bates, Fiona Hawtin, Helene Ravlich, Mary Lovell-Smith

SUB EDITING

Fiona Barber, Cassie Birrer, Jo Bates

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NELSON / MARLBOROUGH / WEST COAST

Jeannie Ferguson, Hayley Pearce

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SAPPHIRE Awarded to an entrant who has received three Regional Supreme Awards regardless of whether these homes are renovations or new builds.

REGIONAL SUPREME WINNER Awarded to the two Regional Supreme Award recipients from each regional event: House of the Year and Renovation of the Year.

GOLD Awarded to builders whose entries achieve 90 per cent of the points available and are judged to be at least 80 per cent above industry standard.

REGIONAL CATEGORY WINNER Awarded to the highest scoring Gold Award winner from each category.

SILVER Awarded to builders whose entries achieve 82.5 per cent of the points available and are judged to be at least 65 per cent above industry standard.

REGIONAL CRAFTSMANSHIP Awarded to the entrant who attains the highest score out of the points available in the Workmanship section of the judging criteria.

BRONZE Awarded to builders whose entries achieve 75 per cent of the points available and are judged to be at least 50 per cent above industry standard.

REGIONAL LIFESTYLE AWARD Awarded to the entrant who attains the highest score in each Lifestyle category.

National Competition Each year a maximum of 100 entries from the regional competitions receive Top 100 status and out of those Top 100 we find the national category winners. Lifestyle Award-winners are also named at the national level. The two best houses (one new build and one renovation) become the National Supreme winners, to be announced at a virtual awards gala on www.houseoftheyear.co.nz, on 11 December.

SUPREME NEW BUILD The house crowned the best of the best in the country.

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SUPREME RENOVATION The house considered the top renovation in New Zealand.

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NATIONAL COMPETITION – TOP 100 Each year up to 100 houses go on to the National Competition.

PLATINUM AWARD Recognises outstanding achievement in building excellence and is awarded to those who win five or more National category titles.

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PROFILE

Home

FRONT Kāpiti Coast-based interior designer Vanessa Webb is the owner of Dress My Nest.

Here, she talks smart buys, inspiration and style

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anessa Webb loves being part of the building process for clients’ homes, as well as adding the finishing touches.

Vanessa is the owner of Dress My Nest, an interior design firm operating across the Wellington region.

She describes herself as a client advocate, bridging the gap between homeowner and tradespeople and ensuring a client’s vision becomes a reality. Her new studio on the Kāpiti Coast gives the public access to her homeware, furniture and soft furnishings.

How would you describe your home and style?

We live 200 steps from the beach which I absolutely love, however I do feel I’m a city girl at heart so I definitely have a more contemporary take on a coastal vibe. I love a well thought-out interior erring on the side of minimal, but with two parents working from home, two daughters who love ‘things,’ a cat and a dog, clutter is a constant battle.

What inspires you about living in your region?

In the past I craved travel and found inspiration that way. This year has changed that and now I’m looking around me for inspiration. Whether it’s a walk along the beach, or a drive around the Pāuatahanui Inlet, I’m taking more notice of the colours and textures and finding myself drawn to colour schemes inspired by nature.

What’s the last thing you bought for your home?

My new design studio means that after five years of working at home I’m finally going to have a designated workspace. I’ve been decorating that and filling it with my favourite

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things. I’m passionate about working with New Zealand designers and manufacturers and two of my favourite purchases are made by Kovacs Design Furniture in Christchurch.

I bought a swivel chair for the design studio and one for home.

If money was no object, what would you get for your home?

We live in a 30s stucco bach that has been added on to.

We’ve toyed with the idea of moving and building, but we love our location so made the decision to work with what we’ve got. We’re desperate for double glazing and better insulation.

‘More people are working from home – it should be somewhere you love to be.’

What’s your favourite room in your house?

Our bedroom. The scale and the views are something I could never give up. It’s also separate from the rest of the house with its own outdoor area, so climbing the stairs is an escape when life is busy. I had the bed base upholstered and settled on Peonia fabric from Mokum for the headboard. The lights were a limited edition colour which were hand blown on the Gold Coast. I love the pink and green – it’s a colour scheme I find very restful.

What’s the trend you wish would make a comeback?

Less fast fashion. If we make purposeful decisions when selecting furniture and furnishings, items are more meaningful and we won’t tire of them.

Clockwise from left: Vanessa Webb, owner of Dress My Nest, in the lounge of her Kāpiti Coast home with family pet Bonnie; on the carefully curated deck off the master bedroom; the lounge was painted a soothing sage green during lockdown; Vanessa’s upstairs bedroom with the headboard she covered in Peonia fabric from Mokum.

Where would you spend most of a renovation budget?

I love helping clients ensure the permanent features are perfect so their homes will always have good bones. They can always update the furnishings.

You’ve got a day to refresh your house.

What do you do?

Paint. During lockdown we painted our black lounge a soft sage green.

What should every home have?

A sense of joy. In 2020 people are spending more time in their homes. It’s important it’s somewhere you love to be. My daily mantra is ‘choose joy’, and I use it when making decisions for myself and my clients. www.dressmynest.co.nz HOU S E OF THE Y E A R 2020

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Bring your home to life with playful patterns, wonderful wallpapers and creative paint effects Sage & Clare cushion, $99, from Tea Pea Home.

Living & Co vase, $15, from The Warehouse.

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FOR ART’S SAKE

What could be more delightful than a Mondrian-inspired wall?

This playful bathroom is painted in Resene Eighth Black White with the colour blocks in Resene Jalapeno (red), Resene Aviator (blue) and Resene Galliano (yellow). The grid and shelf are in Resene Blackjack.

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Organic Turkish towel, $79, from Paper Plane.

Warm Nordic Haven pouf, $995, from Good Form.

Make a statement on your home’s exterior by painting your front door a surprising hue, creatively colouring your cladding or giving your outdoor shower a nautical look, like this one in Resene Nepal and Resene Sea Fog.

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Step out of your comfort zone with these eclectic finds

Make an entrance Let a statement piece of furniture be the first thing visitors see when they enter your home. The McW Collection Xen cupboard is all about ‘simplicity and intuition’.

Almost floating on fine metal legs, the Xen is finished with ceramic doors giving it a feeling of luxury and decadence.

WALKING ON ART Let a vibrant rug, like this Springtime graphic

by Stephen Ormandy and Louise Olsen of Dinosaur Designs, transform a white room.

From $13,752, from Designer Rugs.

$2795, from McKenzie & Willis.

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Staying toasty outdoors just got easier, thanks to this Gage cast stone fire pit. $499, from Charmate.

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Ethnicraft Ancestors Tabwa console, $2595, from McKenzie & Willis.

Natural materials are down-to-earth, durable and never go out of style.

Saratoga ochre cushion, $159.99, from A&C Homestore.

Teak wood side plate, $26, from Corcovado.

Jamie Suar coffee table, $449.99, from A&C Homestore.

Corner sweet Maximise a corner space with a wellstyled nook, complete with your favourite occasional chair.

OPE N BOOK When closed, this Ginko Maple smart book light, $159, from Cranfields appears as a wooden laser-cut book, but transforms into a full 360-degree sculptural light. It’s the perfect ‘edition’ to any home office or living space.

Como wall system, $7429 and Fusion chair, $4489, from BoConcept.

Book club Curl up with these coffee table must-reads The Kinfolk Garden

By John Burns, published

by Artisan, $89.99

Cool Dogs, Cool Homes

By Geraldine James, published by Cico Books, $49.99

Bohemian Modern

By Emily Henson, published

by Ryland, Peters & Small, $49.99

Lose yourself in lush, exotic gardens and meet the people who curate them. An aesthetically pleasing book full of useful tips and tricks.

Learn from the experts about caring for plants, flower arranging, and even which flora makes the best snacks.

A heart-warming showcase of decor and dogs, from terriers in town-houses to maltipoos in mid-century mansions. Sure to give you inspiration and a smile, this photo essay is a how-to guide on introducing man’s best friend into your home, without sacrificing style.

Trends once considered cliched are making a comeback in the modern ‘bo-home’. A nod to 1970s chic, this eclectic look is epitomised by colours over neutrals, and prints over plain.

Think macrame wall hangings, houseplants en masse and Boucherouite rugs to brighten up any space and give a touch of individuality.

BLOOM IN THE ROOM Remember when interiors were feminine, floral and fun?

Try a mural that brings your home alive, like this botanical beauty by New Zealand photographer Helen Bankers.

Peony mural, from $170 per sqm, from www.backtothewall.co.nz

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These brilliant pieces were designed and/or made by talented Kiwis

1. Kin Sun Lounger, $6995 each, from Tim Webber Design. 2. Cloth cheese bag, $16, from The Art Room. 3. Slim St Tropez buffet, $2229, from Corcovado. 4. Gold drip mug, $75 each, from Claybird Ceramics. 5. Perennial side plates, $46 each, from Rachel Carley Design. 6. Lukeke handblown deflated glass pendants, $1100 each or $990 each for three or more, from Black Door Gallery.

7. Axle sofa, $7229, from Kovacs Design Furniture.

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TRENDS Cozy bunk bed, from $1600, from Made From Wood.

The Illustrated Compendium of Amazing Animal Facts book, $35, from Tessuti.

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Belle kids’ chair, $39, from Mocka.

Houseshaped rug, $139, from Freedom.

Raduga Grez wooden tea set, $110, from Tessuti.

Pottery Barn rocket-shaped storage, $229, from Ballantynes.

Create a fun space where imaginations can run wild

Dottie pouf, $149, from Freedom.

Wall hooks, from $8.99, from Shut the Front Door.

Alarm clock, $16, from The Warehouse.

Fabelab organic cotton rainbow blanket, $139, from Paper Plane.

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When the owners of this home decided to build on the site of an 1880s cottage, they wanted their new home to fit in with the wooden villas and cottages of its neighbourhood. As a result, the three-bedroom house needed to be sympathetic to the historical Mount Victoria streetscape. This was achieved through the design – a twin-gabled villa – and the materials used.

From the street you can see large sash windows in the upper-level gables and the entrance is understated. The city-facing elevation features two striking double-level bay windows. A lower level is clad in rendered plaster

painted to contrast with the light weatherboards.

The kitchen colour palette works tonally with the rimu flooring throughout the home, and the island is like a piece of furniture in the open-plan space. There’s also an annex for breakfasting in the sun.

Finishes in the kitchen include timber veneer, stainless steel and composite stone. In the three bathrooms, you’ll find natural travertine tops and timber veneer cabinetry.

The 282sqm house also has impressive outdoor living options, given its compact inner-city site.

For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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‘It was designed to be sympathetic to the historical Mount Victoria streetscape.’

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CARTERS NEW HOME $1 MILLION–$1.5 MILLION

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Down a long private lane in Greytown you’ll find one the town’s finest new builds – not that the home strikes you as recently built. That’s because even though it has all the mod cons and more, it is constructed in the style of a villa and has all the charm and character of a grand country house of days gone by.

As you enter, you’ll see a hallway that runs the length of the house and leads into a large living, kitchen and dining area, giving you a sense of space. Natural light filters through the many skylights.

This 355sqm single-level house has many designer

and architectural features, from the thermal broken joinery, special lighting and extensive marble tiling to the detailing and oak flooring. No expense has been spared.

There is everything a young family could need – four bedrooms, three large bathrooms, media and office space and an expansive wrap-around hardwood deck. Many of the rooms lead onto the deck, creating indoor-outdoor flow from wherever you are.

Clad in rusticated weatherboard with box corners, and with a plastered chimney, this house will never date.

For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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Clad in crisp white plaster and textured black cedar, this contemporary home celebrates contrasts. And the variety doesn’t stop there. A cantilevered corner of the smartly dressed house creates a covered entry, leading to a bold concrete feature staircase.

Part of the brief for the building was a sleek, sophisticated kitchen that would work for a family, and that’s what has been delivered.

Features include fingerprint-proof black laser-edge cabinetry with bevelled handles, a Sublime Teak melamine back panel and Calacatta Supreme Stone tops.

Walk through the door from the kitchen into the scullery and you’ll find a family pantry that also has a coffee/bar area.

There are four bedrooms and three bathrooms in this 263sqm Karori house and the generously sized main bedroom ensuite has a luxurious feel, with floor-toceiling Carrara marble-look tiles and a concrete floor. A free-standing bath with back-lit LED lighting encourages long, relaxing soaks.

Two living rooms means there’s space for separate relaxing and entertaining – a bonus for any family.

For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

DAVID REID HOMES (KAPITI)

Wellington & Kāpiti

T 04 904 5959 • M 021 880 033 E wellington@davidreidhomes.co.nz W www.davidreidhomes.co.nz

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‘A cantilevered corner creates a covered entry leading to a bold concrete staircase.’

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NEW HOME $600,000–$750,000

GREYTOWN

HEY GOOD LOOKING The exterior is of this architecturally designed 230sqm Greytown home is an impressive marriage of weatherboard, cedar and panel cladding. And what’s on the inside is just as impressive.

This Wairarapa haven comprises three bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living spaces, a separate toilet, kitchen with scullery, storeroom and double internalaccess garage.

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Skylights offer natural illumination together with full-length stackers that encourage indoor-outdoor flow.

Wet-floor bathrooms with handmade tiles, full-height glass panels in the showers, tiled niches and bespoke vanities and basins make the bathrooms a pleasure to be in – just like the rest of the home.

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Built with total comfort in mind, the insulated foundations, high-performance wall and ceiling insulation, ducted heating system, Stovax woodburner and energy efficient thermally broken window joinery cover all bases.

A modern Euro-style kitchen with the latest appliances, gas hot water and tempered glass splashback reward the efforts of the cooks.

‘It’s an impressive marriage of weatherboard, cedar and panel cladding.’

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Set within the leafy, eco-friendly subdivision of Ferndale, this customdesigned home is made for relaxed living – a result of the simple yet sophisticated floor plan and aesthetic.

Contemporary styling with a mix of neutral colour tones, textures and natural materials combine to create a light-filled and relaxing retreat.

This three-bedroom two bathroom 188sqm home on the Kāpiti Coast is designed to make the most of the sun. Both uncovered and covered outdoor entertaining areas stretch into the north-west facing section and form

an extension of the open-plan living areas within the single-level retreat.

Considered landscaping mixes native plants and permeable materials to create low-maintenance, easy-care outdoors spaces.

The streamlined kitchen, with a peninsula workspace, features soft-touch cabinetry, engineered stone and stainless-steel benchtops, open shelving and Fisher & Paykel appliances.

From the kitchen, the view is of trees, further connecting the heart of the home to its green surrounds.

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‘Outdoor entertaining areas stretch into the section forming an extension of the living areas.’

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TIMBERLEA

ROLLING BY THE RIVER Situated in quiet rural surroundings on its own little island created by the flow of the Mangaroa River, this house was built with attention to detail resulting in a spectacular high-end home. The exterior is clad in James Hardie Linea, contrasted with vertical cedar. The striking exterior is complemented with a black plasma door, which is an indication of the quality that lies within.

Polished concrete floors keep the three-bedroom house

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cool during summer and underfloor heating makes it cosy during colder months.

In the high-spec kitchen, the black splashblack, rangehood housing, sink insert and stone bench with waterfall ends are complemented with wood-grain melamine.

The main bedroom suite, complete with his-and-her wardrobes and elegant ensuite, lends an air of subtle

opulence. In the ensuite you’ll find a floating vanity and wall-tower cabinets on either side.

Bifold doors from the living room and sliding doors from the main bedroom peel back and extend the living onto a wraparound kwila deck, where you can enjoy views of the generous grounds and the nearby river.

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As a holiday home, this house needed to offer relaxing spaces, operate as a practical home away from home and be durable for guests. The pavilion-style house, which was built for a young Wellington family who escape to the Kāpiti Coast during weekends, gets a tick for all three.

The 195sqm home also makes an eye-catching addition to its neighbourhood – vertical black Stratum and horizontal cedar cladding create contrast and impact on the site, which was tricky to build on. An interior black Stratum feature wall in the centre of the

home creates a connection to the outside.

The kitchen is a modern design that mixes textures and colours – including black and white – with oak laser-edge cabinetry and Calacatta Supreme stone tops. An integrated fridge and hidden walk-in pantry complete the streamlined look.

The bedrooms are separate from the open-plan living and entertaining spaces, making the house ideal for different bedtimes.

No one wants a holiday home that requires lots of work, so this laid-back retreat is also low maintenance.

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DAVID REID HOMES (KAPITI)

Wellington & Kāpiti

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‘Bedrooms are separate from living areas – ideal for different bedtimes.’

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MASTERTON

A NEW CLASSIC This Cleanline Building plan was customised by the clients who wanted to extend the living area and increase the size of the covered outdoor area. The result is a home with great indoor-outdoor flow and alfresco entertaining space. Built for a couple with adult children, there’s plenty of room for the grandkids.

Positioned for all-day sun, this four-bedroom house is light and bright. The separate lounge opens into an

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open-plan kitchen, dining and family area, which flows out to two separate outdoor spaces with views of the Tararua Ranges. The first, a large, covered decked area, has plenty of room for a barbecue and entertaining space and is a bonus during hot Wairarapa summers. The second, in the backyard, is an ideal spot for a morning coffee.

The 234sqm house is clad with tried-and-true timber

weatherboards. With its schist columns providing a nice contrast to the black and white exterior, and its timeless double gable, this home looks classic and modern all at once. Built in a large new subdivision, it stands out in a sea of monopitch black and cedar.

This is a house that will stand the test of time.

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THE BEST OF BOTH A touch of country charm with comfortable modern details, this Masterton new build represents two styles that really make the heart sing.

From its inviting entryway between two gabled peaks, a wide hall continues past all three bedrooms and two bathrooms, entering into a bright, open-plan living and kitchen area. Thermal-wrapped kitchen cabinetry brings

its Shaker style into the kitchen, tying in with the home’s tongue-and-groove panelling. Beyond the living area, the ‘whisky lounge’ and office-come-art studio are fun creative spaces. French doors open from the bedrooms onto concrete pads – perfect for enjoying a coffee in the sunshine.

Tongue-and-groove wall panelling and window blinds bring charm to the main bathroom. The Athena Cassini bath, tiled shower, unique vanity, ornate mirror and light fittings, and colonial-style tapware also make this space shine.

Soothing, country-inspired wall colours allow the interior to feel homely.

With its soft palette and modern fittings, this dwelling brings a traditional style into the present day.

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SETTING THE TONE This handsome five-bedroom house offers the best of both worlds – the appeal of a classic Kiwi style, with a few embellishments, plus all the functional and aesthetic advantages of a brand new home.

Sitting high on the hills at Churton Park, one of the capital’s northern suburbs, this 250sqm house has everything a growing family could want or need.

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The kitchen, with an eye-catching feature light, echoes the pared-back, restrained streamlined style PRINTand DATE NEARING of the rest of the house. Decor is focused on light, neutral walls and floors, with dark contrasts on features such as the kitchen cabinetry. It’s almost the reverse colour of ............................................. the outside of the two-storey home.

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PLEASED TO MEET YOU Modern living meets industrial style in this Wairarapa home. Add a measure of rustic flair, and you end up with this outstanding property.

Cedar cladding on the interior makes a statement as you enter the 264sqm house. The rough-sawn timber is repeated in a feature wall in the living area and in the barn-style door of the media room.

The bedroom wing consists of four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The latter are in keeping with the modern-industrial theme throughout the home. Tiles on the walls, Athena Motio showers, Athena Sirocco vanities in black gloss and large, round mirrors do the trick.

In the kitchen you’ll find an engineered stone benchtop, mirrored glass splashback and glossy cabinetry with high-tech hardware.

A cathedral ceiling in the main living room and large sliding doors to the outdoor living area give a sense of grandeur and space.

Once you’re outside, the feeling is just as good. There’s a seamless indoor-outdoor flow from the living area and views of the Tararua Range.

For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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Masterton

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reviews. In the end, we went on the recommendation of a friend of friends who had worked with Nate before and spoke really highly of him. Nate being a Master Builder helped us make the decision. By choosing a Master Builder we knew we were choosing quality and someone we could trust.

It was also very important for us to be protected by a guarantee, especially with an investment of this size. Only Master Builders can offer the protection of the market leading Master Build 10-Year Guarantee. It gives us peace of mind knowing that if something does go wrong, Master Builders will help resolve any issues and finish our home. At less than 1 per cent of the build cost it was a no brainer for us.

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How are you finding working with your builder Nate?

It has been a fantastic process. Nate brought a wealth of building knowledge to our project. Having someone who truly knew his stuff put us at ease. Discussing the build with him is always a highly productive experience as he is never afraid to give you his honest opinion.

His focus was never about upselling. Instead he was dedicated to what he thought was best for us and our home.

He understood our budget from the outset and helped us to ensure we got great value for money.

Building a new home can seem daunting, and even more so in these uncertain times.

But Waikato’s Nicole Kara couldn’t be happier with her decision to continue to build through the disruptions created by Covid-19.

Nicole Kara and her husband Kurt are well into building their dream house in Hamilton – a home for them and their two young children, as well as Nicole’s parents. So far, the project has been a great experience and Nicole credits this to the work of her team of Master Builders from Sentinel Homes. The Level 4 lockdown certainly added to apprehensions all homeowners feel during the building process, but Nicole says she is incredibly happy with how things are going and believes there has never been a better time to build.

We catch up with Nicole about the process and asks her for tips for others thinking of building their own homes.

What would you say to those considering building a new home, particularly at this time? It’s worth taking the leap.

Like anything, you can spend hours thinking about what could go wrong. But now we’re deep into the building process, we know we made the right decision.

For us, the timing couldn’t be better – interest rates are low and our builder and his team have capacity. We were considering renovating, but convinced ourselves that if we are going to spend all that money then why not get exactly what we want. We found a bit of land and made the jump into building.

We can’t wait to live in a home that’s perfect for our family.

Do you still believe this, even with market uncertainty? We all know there’s a housing shortage, which means we should all be motivated to build new, where possible. One of the best assets in New Zealand is real estate. Kiwis love property – we can see it, understand it and its value holds up over time. Low interest rates have made it an ideal time to build.

Everyone is trying to buy homes and they are all being snapped up. Rather than joining the race, and having to settle for something that’s not quite right, we decided to spend this time on our build.

History tells us that when there is a softening in the market, if you hesitate, you can miss the boat. Once demand starts to creep back up, prices will increase. My advice is, if you are in a position to do so, now is the time.

Tell us about your build. We chose a Master Builder to ensure we had the backing of a trusted organisation. Since November last year, we’ve been working with Nate from Sentinel Homes on our new family home just outside of Hamilton. We’re currently right in the thick of it. Our roof has just been finished and we’re underway with the plumbing and wiring. All things going well, we should be finishing the place by early next year.

How did you go about finding a builder you could trust?

We did our research, shopped around and asked friends.

We really took on board past customer testimonials and

What advice did your builder give you about the specifics of your project? From the start, Nate and the team had a real emphasis on quality and what would give us the best outcome in the long term. Sometimes the cheapest option is the cheapest for a reason and won’t last. We had plenty of conversations specifically around what materials were best. Nate was great at explaining the cost behind certain materials and then would recommend what he’d use himself.

Obviously, I’m not a builder, so we came in with no real idea of what was best. To have that expertise and advice on hand was really comforting.

A big focus for us was the importance of sustainability and the durability of the house. This led to our decision to use brick for our exterior, rather than cedar, as it requires less maintenance.

Do you have any tips for others about how to best work with your builder? My number one piece of advice is to build a strong and trusting relationship with your builder, right from the start. Second is frequent and clear communication. Sentinel Homes is incredible with this, and I would be quick to recommend them to anybody.

Another bonus of working with Sentinel Homes is their use of the CoConstruct app. This allows us to stay informed about the progress of the build with regular updates and photos. It also provides us with a place to keep everything in writing, which we can easily refer back to. It really helps us to keep on top of things, especially when you’re trying to think of what you might have missed.

It keeps the work trucking along by allowing us to be able to respond to approvals in real time. It is great to see this kind of technology available.

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Hugging a steep bush-covered Wellington site are two striking new townhouses that have been built for members of the same family.

The success of the project is due, in part, to delivering a bespoke design on a complex, precipitous site, but the new build succeeded in another way – it also met a tight budget.

The 260sqm building that steps down the hill is divided in half and each unit has three bedrooms. Both homes have their own outdoor living – decking and balconies that take in views of the bush that surrounds them.

The exterior of the building is clad in low-maintenance black corrugated Colorsteel, mostly fixed vertically, but there are strong clues that each townhouse has its own distinct character. The front doors are different colours and on the front of one unit, two panels of the Colorsteel have been fixed horizontally.

Inside, the decor is neutral, leaning towards midcentury modern, with woody touches.

The bathrooms have large floor and wall tiles and floating vanities with wood finishes.

For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

REFRESH RENOVATIONS

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Aramus wanted to showcase strong architectural materials, including exposed concrete, steel, cedar and glass, in its Aotea show home. And the finished house achieves this and more.

The four-bedroom home is elevated with excellent views of Te Awarua-o-Porirua Harbour, but the extreme wind conditions and sea spray needed to be factored in.

The exterior is clad in vertical cedar shiplap weatherboards stained in Wood-X. Espan-340 flat Colorsteel Maxx is vertically laid on walls as a feature. An Ecoply Barrier rigid air barrier system

keeps the house weathertight.

Wide eaves and a pergola surround the living spaces to reduce direct summer sun, while high clerestory windows are positioned to allow winter rays to heat a shuttered concrete wall. The wall has been positioned centrally between the living and bedroom areas to distribute the warmth throughout the house. This, combined with Low-E Max glass windows, keeps the home at an even temperature.

Multiple doors open to the garden, making the most of the elevated site and its harbour views.

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KHANDALL AH

GREAT HEIGHTS Standing high and proud, this builder’s own home makes a bold statement in its Wellington neighbourhood. With honed block feature entrance, custom copper downpipes and spouting, and three storeys, this family home has been a labour of love.

A double-sided interior fireplace connects open-plan dining and lounge areas and a Daikin central heating and cooling system and extensive underfloor heating keeps

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the nine zones of the four-bedroom home at a comfortable temperature. There is granite throughout, including in the kitchen benchtops, laundry, internal fireplace, garage and bar. You’ll find American oak hardwood flooring in the kitchen and dining areas as well as the rumpus room, and a large outdoor courtyard with schist fireplace and kwila bench-seating flows from an open-plan living-dining space.

All three bathrooms have Italian tiles and Grohe tapware. Because the house is three storeys, a Dahua intercom and video system makes communication between floors easy. There’s also Thermobreak aluminium double-glazed joinery with Low-E Xcel glass for heat retention and noise reduction.

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When it came to constructing his own home, this builder chose high-quality products to minimise maintenance and protect from wear and tear – particularly in the bathrooms and kitchen.

Trethewey Stone granite tops were used in the kitchen and the adjoining scullery, which has walls completely lined with timber-grain Melteca for style and durability.

There’s a 900mm five-burner gas stove, an electric oven and an extra-large kitchen sink.

The high-end bathroom and main-bedroom ensuite have tiled walls and flooring, plus underfloor heating.

This mid-century modern-inspired monopitch home, which has four bedrooms, has also been built for ease of living. A spacious covered outdoor area, spanning the entire front of the house, means the family can enjoy the outdoors without the harsh UV rays.

Outside areas are accessed through bifold doors off the main lounge and French doors off the family room.

Abodo decking was picked for its durability and minimal shrinkage. For winter warmth, there’s a dual system for winter heating – a gas fire and a floor-mounted heat pump.

For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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When the family who live in this house needed more space, they decided to extend. The decision was made to add a second-storey floor, which would provide two additional bedrooms for the children.

In order to accommodate the new rooms, space for the staircase had to be designed into the ground floor.

The prefabricated stairs were cleverly installed in a way that made them look like they’d always been there.

Adding a second storey would put a good deal of weight on the existing house so a significant structural upgrade was required.

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Opening up the roof also meant there had to be a tent-like structure with plastic wrapping over the entire home for much of the build. All the while, the family of two adults and two children continued to live in their house.

The project has resulted in two beautiful rooms overlooking a park for the children. The rooms have been designed to be of a similar size and have similar views, so no one feels they’ve got a raw deal. The renovation also needed to blend in with the existing weatherboard house and it has achieved this too.

For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

REFRESH RENOVATIONS

Wellington

M 0800 874 000 • E nicholas.leko@refresh.co.nz W www.refreshrenovations.co.nz

SITE EXCAVATION SPECIALISTS lekoarchitects.co.nz 0800 874 000

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‘The project resulted in two rooms overlooking a park for the children.’

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What was once a dilapidated ex-rental property is now a welcoming family home with a contemporary coastal theme.

The renovation of the two-level house included a downstairs space with two rejuvenated bedrooms, a large bright bathroom, storeroom, laundry and a media room with all the extras.

On the upper level the new open-plan kitchen has been given lots of storage and a large island. French doors connect this space to the deck.

The kitchen is open-plan and links to spacious dining and living zones. These take full advantage of the

exceptional 180-degree sea views.

Step outside and you’ll find an alfresco kitchen, LouvreTec-covered dining space, wraparound decks and a grassed area for the grandchildren to play.

The main bedroom suite has a double shower with a glass back so the vista is never missed, even from the ensuite. A large, open wardrobe has also been added, and doubles as a study.

This home has been completely transformed so the owners can enjoy it for many years to come.

For more of this house to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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‘The shower has a glass back so the vista is never missed, even from the ensuite.’

RENOVATION $500,000–$1MILLION

PLIMMERTON

STRAIT FROM THE HEART The relatively young company behind the renovation of this family home was committed to doing an ‘awesome job’ for its clients. The work consisted of a partial roof structure removal and rebuild with portal and beams to achieve a high skillion ceiling.

The rest of the house underwent a partial reconfiguration and full renovation. An internal access stairwell was added for easier access.

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The indoor-outdoor flow has been enhanced thanks to large slider stackers at the front. These lead to a welcoming deck space that makes the most of views out over ever-changing Cook Strait.

At the rear of the four-bedroom home, the smaller sliders lead to a breakfast deck with bush views up Plimmerton’s Airlie Road valley.

The light-filled kitchen is a study in white and timber. It is large enough for all of the family to help with meal preparation and has more of those big views.

As well as the four bedrooms, there are two bathrooms and two living rooms, one of which has a wood fire for cosy winter nights indoors.

For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

KELLAHAN BUILDERS

Wellington

M 022 109 8566 • E ryan@kellahanbuilders.co.nz W www.kellahanbuilders.co.nz

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‘A welcoming deck makes the most of views out over ever-changing Cook Strait.’

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LOWER HUTT

A GRAND SALUTE Once home to the Corps of Royal New Zealand Engineers and the Royal Regiment of New Zealand Artillery, the Pattie St Barracks is steeped in history. The mess hall was a place where those who served came to let their hair down.

More recently the mess hall in the six-bedroom property has served as a playground for the family who bought it in 2007. In 2018, as the three children got older, it was time to re-think this area. The owners wanted to bring the energy

Proud to support Hutt City Builders P: 0800 100 311 E: brad@harbourcityplumbing.co.nz www.harbourcityplumbing.co.nz

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and fun factor back to the grand old lady.

A pair of 13m external cavity/recessed doors were installed, allowing the entire entertainment area to open to the outdoors.

A Gasmate barbecue was inbuilt and a new changing room, shower and toilet meant there was no traffic through the main house after a swim in the pool. A screen was wall-mounted in the extra lounge for movies,

and a games room kitted out for those who want more active relaxation.

A self-cleaning heated pool, artificial turf, evergreen trees and tiles mean the entertaining area is low maintenance. A sunken spa provides added luxury, as do inbuilt speakers. Here, old memories can be shared and new ones begun.

For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

HUTT CITY BUILDERS

Wellington

M 021 316 133 • E info@huttcitybuilders.co.nz W www.huttcitybuilders.co.nz

WAIRARAPA • Ph: (06) 379 6645 156 High Street North, Carterton WELLINGTON • Ph: (04) 570 0547 403 High Street, Lower Hutt KAPITI • Ph: (04) 298 6984 18 Kapiti Road, Paraparaumu

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‘They wanted to bring the energy and fun factor back to the grand old lady.’

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RENOVATION $500,000–$1MILLION

PLIMMERTON

BACH TO THE FUTURE It’s often the case that home owners love where they live, but their house no longer meets their needs. This Kāpiti Coast house overlooking the sea was a case in point. The 1960s bach required a complete overhaul and an extension to transform it into the home the owners wanted for their special coastal site.

There were challenges with the project, including a substandard concrete slab that had to be replaced, and

Registered Masterbuilders Registered Architects Nick Leko is proud to have four featured homes in the 2020 Master Builder Awards. Nick’s attention to detail and quality control creates homes to be proud of.

As a design and build specialist, Refresh Renovations and Leko Architects make things easy by being your one point of contact for the entire build process. We have the architects, builders, and trades to complete the job on time and on budget.

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much of the interior, including the partitions, had to be demolished.

The results, however, speak for themselves.

As well as being up to current Building Code requirements in terms insulation, heating and structure, the four-bedroom 230sqm home has special touches.

The kitchen, bathrooms and floors have modern finishes only recently introduced to the market.

All living areas, including the kitchen and dining area, face the sea and open out to a private front deck overlooking the bay. The bedrooms, at the back of the property, get sun throughout the day.

The house is a win-win: character has been retained but with all the advantages of a warm modern build.

For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

REFRESH RENOVATIONS

Wellington

M 0800 874 000 • E nicholas.leko@refresh.co.nz W www.refreshrenovations.co.nz

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PHOTOGRAPHY BYJOSHUA CROSL AND AND SARA TANSY

‘The bach required a complete overhaul and extension to transform it.’

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The renovation of this beautiful Newtown, Wellington, villa is the result of clients with vision, great architectural and interior design and a team of builders who were up for the challenge.

The four-bedroom, two-bathroom house across a 242sqm floor-plan has been sympathetically updated and reorganised for modern family living, without giving away any of the beautiful villa touches, such as the panelled walls and moulded ceilings.

The high-performance Skylit kitchen has a deliberate vintage French feel. It repeats the panelling of the hallway

Proud to support Hutt City Builders P: 0800 100 311 E: brad@harbourcityplumbing.co.nz www.harbourcityplumbing.co.nz

for cohesion, while the sleek, white Corian benchtop, butler’s pantry, integrated appliances and marble tiles work together to make a space in which most people would be thrilled to cook a Sunday roast.

The same sympathetic renovation can be seen in the bathrooms. Large, marble-look tiles line the lower half of the walls and are juxtaposed alongside dark herringbone floor tiles. The antique sideboard was sourced from France and transformed into a bespoke vanity. If it didn’t already have it, this villa now has that je ne sais quoi.

For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

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HUTT CITY BUILDERS

Wellington

M 021 316 133 • E info@huttcitybuilders.co.nz W www.huttcitybuilders.co.nz

WH Electrical are proud to be working alongside Award-winning Hutt City Builders

P: 0800 943 943 E: dan@whelectrical.co.nz

W W-11993-5-3

PHOTOGRAPHY BY BONNIE BEATTIE

‘It has been updated without giving away any of the beautiful villa touches.’

www.whelectrical.co.nz HOU S E OF THE Y E A R 2020

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THORNDON

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During the extensive redevelopment of this early 60s house, two new floors were added. There was a very good reason for this – the single-level house is perched above Wellington’s Botanic Garden and extensive views and the morning sun could be captured. The house was also designed to accommodate the owner’s collection of art and furniture, much of it mid-century.

Sympathetic to the original 60s detailing and materials, the house has a predominantly neutral painted interior with a palette of complementary materials, including extensive use of recycled timber flooring, Okoume

plywood and cedar cladding continued from the exterior. A courtyard space connected to the kitchen, dining and living spaces was created to provide sheltered outdoor living. Flexible bedroom and study spaces in the rear of the house wrap around a courtyard and have both east and west outlooks.

The exterior is a mixture of brick, western red cedar and painted fibre cement sheet and the roof is clad in long-run aluminium. Passive house principles were part of the design to minimise energy and resource demands.

For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

PLANIT CONSTRUCTION

Wellington

T 04 380 1958 • M 021 397 710 E rowan@planit.nz W www.planit.nz

PPL Contracting Ltd For all your Wellington earthworks

Proud to Support Planit Construction Specialising in structural steel and seismic strengthening

P: 04 389 1033 M: 027 442 2888 E: ppl.wgtn@gmail.com

www.pplcontracting.co.nz

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‘It was designed to accommodate art and furniture, much of it midcentury.’

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THORNDON

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lekoarchitects.co.nz 0800 874 000

P: 0800 100 311 E: brad@harbourcityplumbing.co.nz www.harbourcityplumbing.co.nz

Before its renovation, this two-storey character home was configured in two flats and looked tired and run-down. But there’s no hint of its previous life now. The weatherboard beauty has been restored to its former glory and stands tall and proud in its central Wellington neighbourhood.

In order to transform the flats into one gracious four-bedroom home, the house was lifted, repiled and the back was demolished to accommodate the new doubleheight extension. To maintain the character, matching skirting boards and architraves were used and timber

floors and windows were crafted to match.

Floorboards were blended in with the existing flooring, which was fully refurbished.

A new kitchen and two bathrooms were built, and central heating, double glazing and insulation were installed. The gardens underwent a redesign and a double garage was constructed.

Despite the extension and upgrades, the house has maintained all of its character and charm. Feedback from the owners, their family and friends is that the grand villa feels original, as if it was built this way.

For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz

REFRESH RENOVATIONS

Wellington

M 0800 874 000 • E nicholas.leko@refresh.co.nz W www.refreshrenovations.co.nz

Registered Masterbuilders Registered Architects Nick Leko is proud to have four featured homes in the 2020 Master Builder Awards. Nick’s attention to detail and quality control creates homes to be proud of.

As a design and build specialist, Refresh Renovations and Leko Architects make things easy by being your one point of contact for the entire build process. We have the architects, builders, and trades to complete the job on time and on budget.

0800 874 000

W W-43256-6-3

PHOTOGRAPHY BY TANE MENZIES AND SARA TANSY

‘The house and extension feel original, as if the house was built this way.’

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KITCHENS

kitchen REPORT

SOME LIKE IT HOT This oven is both high-performance and sexy in a Betty Draper kinda way.

Steel Ascot 120 Combi steam cooker, $19,495, from Eurotech Design.

CHOP CHOP Good-quality kitchen utensils make cooking a pleasure rather than a chore. Like this perfectly imperfect chopping board hewn from reclaimed teak.

Heritage rectangular board, $119, from Father Rabbit.

PARQUET LIFE We love the distinctive yet practical nature of these oak-look porcelain tiles.

Luthier timber tile, POA, from Tile Warehouse.

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Give your cooking space an update this summer with luxe finishes and fresh colours

Dark materials Enjoy the luxurious look of dark lacquer without the worry of greasy fingerprints. This new matte black kitchen has a special coating to prevent any nasty smudges.

POA, from Hacker Kitchens.

Summer lovin’ Bring on barbecue season with nature-inspired pieces that bring the outdoors in.

Club dining table, $2299, and Cuun dining chair, $599 each, from Nest.

Get a handle on it Choose the right hardware and you’ll enhance the overall look of your kitchen in both finish and style.

HB675 handles, POA, from Halliday + Baillie.

SPOT ON Whether you’re roasting a wild boar over the firepit or heating a store-bought pie, this big-cat pinny will keep you spick and span.

Urban Jungle apron, $34.90, from Wallace Cotton.

RISE AND SHINE PRECIOUS VESSE LS Everything tastes a little better from a pretty glass, like these Vitro tumblers in olive. $17 each, from Father Rabbit.

Dare to go dark with a sleek black kitchen.

Soften the look with natural materials like the wood-grain melamine that’s been used in this striking Upper Hutt example by Epic Homes. Statement lighting and lush indoor house plants help to introduce warmth and vibrance into the space.

For more of this house, go to page 34.

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bathroom REPORT

Clean and serene with a touch of green – make your bathroom a place of refuge

Monochrome magic Transform your bathroom without overpowering it by adding classic geometric tiles.

Use on the floor, or as a feature on wet areas such as the walls around the bath.

J UST DE W IT Certain house plants thrive in a humid environment. Try a spider plant (above left), fiddle leaf fig (above right) or calathea (below).

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Artisan Milan charcoal tile, POA, from Tile Warehouse.

On the fringe Explore pattern, texture and tassels with these Forget Me Not bath towels, from $39.90, and Jacquard bath towels, from $49.90, from Citta.

TR AY CHIC Keep things tidy with a Yondo dish.

From left: Square Midi dish, $20; Slim tray, $32; Bud, $16, from Claybird Ceramics.

SPL ASH OF BALI Let a luxury resort inspire your bathroom makeover and you’ll always be on holiday.

All Things Round above-counter copper basin, $1217, from Plumbing World.

PE RFECT PACKING Make a stylish getaway with the Hara wash bag, $39.90, from Citta. And don’t forget a lush towel set, like this Living & Co Hotel Collection face towel, $3, hand towel, $7, and bath towel, $14, from The Warehouse.

Cool and calm Transform your bathroom into a Zen space where you can truly unwind, like this Mount Victoria new build by Plan It Construction. A combination of materials and neutral tones, including natural travertine counter tops and timber veneer cabinetry give this space a soothing quality that you’d find in a five-star retreat.

And who doesn’t want to feel pampered?

For more of this house go to page 24.

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GARDEN

FLORAL DISPLAY Once the gorgeous flush of spring is over, gardens can look a little tired or dull, which is when annuals and perennials must be summoned. Pop down to your local garden centre, peruse the flower aisles and you’re bound to find something you love. Just keep in mind where in your garden they should be planted, how much sun they require, how much water they need, and what shape and size they will eventually grow to.

SUMMER

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you’ll be saving yourself a lot of backache later on in summer. Set aside an afternoon and go for it. Do the whole garden, then mulch with compost, pea straw or pine needles. This will help suppress them – for a while anyway.

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Be clever about how you tackle your warmer-weather gardening tasks and you’ll have more leisure than labour in summer, says Mary Lovell-Smith

do well in shadier areas. Most vegetables and herbs also do well in containers. If you’re not an expert compost maker, get pots as big as you can and fill them with container mix, then plant.

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As far as I know there are only four ways to avoid weeding: spray with herbicide (seriously uncool), pay someone else to do it, concrete your garden or just let them grow.

But if you do pull them out now, while they are small,

ummertime’s coming and you want the livin’ to be easy. If you put in the hard yards now you’ll be able to enjoy a lazy hazy guilt-free summer. You won’t be entirely chore-free, but you’ll certainly give yourself more time for other summer activities, or to simply enjoy the fruits of your gardening labour – from the comfort of a lounger.

PLANT TO PLATE

Fancy popping a sun-ripened cherry tomato into your mouth or sipping a cocktail made with your own lemons and mint? Then get planting.

From mid-November even the most tender summer vegetables can be planted outside in all but the chilliest parts of the country. Most adore the sun, but if you’re running out of sunny spots, then lettuces and coriander

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OUT DAMNED WEED

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 Healthy soil makes for

a productive patch.

Building up your soil with compost, manure and other organic material is the best thing you can do for your garden.

 The most useful garden tool is the Japanese niwashi. It’s like a short-handled hoe with a sharp blade, and is great for weeding, hacking and digging out roots.

Chances are it will be a dry summer with water restrictions, so before you do anything, check to see if you can use the hose on your garden. If you have the green light, make watering part of a pleasant daily routine. The best time to water is early morning or late afternoon, so hold the hose in one hand, and a hot drink or long cool one in the other.

It’s also a good idea to plant drought-resistant species, mulch the more needy ones and/or install an irrigation system and timer.

CLEAN MACHINE

After a winter of inattention, your garden equipment may need a little cleaning, de-cobwebbing and repairing.

The good news is, this only needs doing once a year. So wash down your outdoor furniture, deck, house exterior; check that the fabric furniture isn’t rotting or if the wood need oiling; and get the steel-wool onto the barbie… Yes, all those tedious tasks. Then reward yourself.

 The presence of birds is

the icing on the cake in any garden. Encourage korimako/bellbird, kererū, tūī, pīwakawaka/fantail and kākā by planting plenty of native species.

 Lemon and other citrus, which are sometimes fussy in soil, can grow well in pots. These are best filled with a special citrus mix and placed somewhere sunny.

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