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“We didn’t go to Tokyo but we still won Gold” Stonewood Homes Whangarei Wins Gold Award – 2021 House of the Year Regional Gold: Auckland / Northland / Coromandel, Altus Window Systems New Home $750,000 - $1 Million
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PICTURE PERFECT When you’re surrounded by sweeping water views, you naturally want to enjoy them from as many vantage points as possible.
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his elegant home has allowed for exactly that with cathedral ceilings and large picture windows that look out over the gorgeous harbour. From the dining room to the living area and bedrooms, the vista is front and centre. The views are just part of the magic of this 277sqm home. Featuring crisp architectural lines, the home is well-planned and functional, boasting a fabulous
designer kitchen and scullery, three bedrooms, a separate dining area, and two lounges – all of which allow for secluded comfort, while
watch the clouds drift over the ocean through the huge bathroom window. Combining the very best of style, space and views, this outstanding home is
promoting a feeling of spacious luxury. For soaking up the sunshine or sitting under the stars, the private sheltered courtyard lends itself to year-round entertaining. And for the ultimate way to really appreciate the scenery – pour a glass of wine, luxuriate in the freestanding bath, and
one the owners can be truly proud of.
For more of this house go to houseoftheyear.co.nz
stonewood.co.nz | Vynka Short 021 1201 163 | Julia Russell 027 630 8849
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YO U R H O M E Step inside a passive house and there is an immediate sense of calm and a comfortable temperature.
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aggressive on energy saving
hat is all part of the careful design of Northland’s first certified PassivHaus which is being built at Marsden Cove by eHaus Northland.
Owners Terry and Ruth Butcher are passionate
about the project, and excitedly watch each stage
of the building process. Northland eHaus building company licensee Brent Papworth says the design concept offers huge energy savings of between 70 and 90 percent compared to a standard code-built house. “Everything is designed to be as energy efficient
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as possible, starting with the orientation of the house on the site, the number and size of windows and the fully insulated wall, floors and roof. “There is a whole lot going on behind the walls.’’ All eHaus buildings are designed to be airtight, which forms the heart of the energy-efficient building concept. A thermal envelope, including a double ceiling
“Everything is designed to be as energy efficient as possible ...”
insulating the home from the heat of the roof, eliminates any areas where heat can escape and stops drafts and unwanted air movement through the fabric of the building.
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of structural concrete and reinforcing steel. Any
Glenda Brown and Jon Iliffe with the dream of
cladding can be applied.
creating a New Zealand owned and operated specialist design and construction company
“We spent quite a bit of time working out the best placing for the solar panels, and this influenced the room layout below,’’ says Terry. The solar panels power the house’s hot water system as well as providing energy to charge the couple’s electric car.
Northland’s first certified PassivHaus owners Terry and Ruth Butcher with licensee Brent Papworth. Photo: Donna Russell A German designed and built Mechanical
windows and doors which are extra thick and create a seal stopping any thermal bridges.
once every three hours, under normal operating use, while running on just 30 watts of power
This also has the benefit of eliminating all condensation, which can lead to mould growth.
(about the same as a light bulb). “The unit creates a positive air pressure and a constant temperature in the house,’’ he says. The system also removes 98 percent of
people wanting ready-to-build plans with budget certainty. “They are designed to the eHaus Pacific
and neighbouring houses to tell how the house is going to perform.
standard which is a lowered threshold of performance compared to the Passive House
“This is all done before the first stake is put in
standard, but still incredible high-performing homes,” he says.
the ground,’’ says Brent. eHaus was established in 2010 by Baden and
The couple can still enjoy the outdoors when
the positive air pressure deflects heat and dust. More than double the level of insulation required by the standard building code is
“I am not expecting to do much dusting!’’ Ruth says.
installed in walls, which also helps to maintain a stable temperature.
Maintaining a constant temperature all year round (minimum of 20 and maximum of 25
The houses feature large 50mm walled polystyrene blocks that are filled with 150mm
Brent says as well as the PassivHaus designs, the company has recently launched the People’s House Collection design, which is aimed at
Software analysis Passive House Planning
they open the windows just like you would in any house – enjoying indoor-outdoor living – as
pollutants, pollen and allergens, which is a feature that is particularly attractive to Ruth and Terry.
using the German PassivHaus build and design principles.
Package or PHPP takes into account local climate extremes, site orientation, existing trees
degrees) is possible due to the high-performance
Heat Recovery Ventilation Unit by Zehnder replenishes fresh filtered air for the entire house
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For over 15 years we’ve been proudly building Kiwi homes for Kiwis using all the best stuff from right here in good ol’ NZ. Over the last 15 years the Kiwi dream has come a long way since the elusive quarter acre. That’s why we’re proud to still be able to provide a Kiwi solution for your first home, second home, a home where you need a bit more home, or even your home away from home. We offer a range of plans from 60 to 250 square metres. These can be built straight from the plans, or we can use them as inspiration to create your own Kiwi dream.
“We are already seeing keen interest.’’
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Great homes start with a great idea. Combine that with expert advice and a little hard work and you can make your dream home and garden a reality with Mitre 10 MEGA Whangarei.
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itre 10 MEGA Whangarei is
Bathrooms:
are designed to give you some ideas and
Garden Centre:
proudly owned by locals Peter Rogers-Jenkins and Ondine
The stores range of high-quality bathroom products on display include showers and
inspiration to get started.
The garden centre at Mitre 10 MEGA Whangarei sets the standard in Northland and is packed
Waddle who bought the store
baths, toilets and basins, vanities and an
Paint & Decorating:
with a fabulous range of healthy plants each
in 2015. Since then, they’ve made some significant changes including the recent
extensive selection of tapware so that you can create a space that’s yours. Beyond the
An ideal destination for paint and decorating jobs, you’ll find an extensive selection of interior
season. From brilliant colours and decorative shrubs to fruit trees and flavoursome herbs,
expansion, which allowed them to increase
stylish amenities, you can also find hot water
and exterior paints, decking stain and outdoor
we’ve got everything you need for the garden and
the selection of timber, landscaping and building materials.
cylinders, pipes and fittings. Make sure you know if you are on mains pressure or low
furniture oils abound, and all the essential painting and decorating accessories. The paint
inside the house. Plus, a team of garden experts are on hand and happy to help. Join the latest
pressure when selecting tapware. It’s the
tinting service can match almost any colour and
houseplant trend and check out the hanging
ultimate one-stop-shop for DIY projects or new builds.
customers can also view the extensive range of preparation coats, adhesives, sealants and gap
Strings of turtles, dolphins, pearls and more.
They’ve grown the garden plant range to support increased demand for indoor and outdoor plants from both seasoned,
fillers online.
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How to Plan your Dream Kitchen: The journey to a new kitchen can be daunting.
Flooring & Tiles:
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You need to choose your layout, your finishes
The right flooring can transform the look and
you’ve got all the essentials for any project, big or
Whether you are designing a new home or planning a renovation to your existing
and appliances … and that’s just the beginning! We can help you every step of the way and
feel of a home. The store has a wide range of solutions to suit any lifestyle, space or budget.
small. The timber and landscape yard has more than doubled in size to accommodate a great
one, the experienced team at Mitre 10 MEGA
make it as easy as possible. Create a mood
Timber, bamboo, laminate and vinyl ranges
range of options with plenty of stock available
Whangarei can help see your project through to completion. Head in and have a chat to get
board of designs you like, measure your kitchen space accurately and book in a free
all provide a natural look in the home, but there are specialist options for garages and
and lots of space to shop. Creating garden edging and borders with sleepers, concrete blocks or
the ball rolling or take in your plans so the
kitchen consultation with one of our design
workshops as well as UV stabilised artificial
pavers is one of the easiest ways to add character,
team can give you a quote.
consultants. The beautiful showrooms
grass and marine carpet.
define spaces and add to your outdoor ambiance.
green-thumbed gardeners and first-time
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Design and Decorating Trends Coming Your Way houzz.co.nz
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The return
to instil a sense of movement and personality
Trendsetters on
of feel-good furnishings
in a space. It’s telling that the phrase ‘terrazzo bathroom’ had one of the highest search volume
Houzz demonstrate it’s now all about
Right now we’re
surges on Houzz in 2021 compared to the same
seeing designers and architects on Houzz
period last year.
rounded panelling,
style in variations of colour, glazes and rippled
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arches and sunken rooms. Following suit, soon we will experience
surfaces. More and more, hip squares will take form in tiled furniture, in particular benches, side
centre panel and square-
a resurgence of the style return in feel-good furnishings. Be prepared to see decor including
tables and coffee tables.
manifest a wave of the ’70s in building forms from curves to
tufted cotton, fringed bedspreads and floral bed linen in ’70s colourways, such as russet offset by soft pastel-like hues.
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It’s hip to be square While organic shapes are perennially popular, we’re seeing more square tiles
appearing in fashion-forward kitchens and bathrooms on Houzz. An aesthetic that lends
itself to linear conformity but also zellige-
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The slim shaker Shaker cabinet style gets a ‘slim’
shake-up. This version of the trend features a flat
layering wallpaper with other highly textural elements. A trend that is a carefully crafted visual expression of colours and movement. It’s worth noting that these highly curated mixed-material combinations require the specialist experience of an interior decorator or designer.
Terrazzo palazzo
and with recessed
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Interiors experts on Houzz
handles or subtle finger pulls. Professionals on Houzz say it solves what has long been a
using brick materials
edged border – but with finer, narrower frames
Creative brickwork Curved, cut-out
or coloured, the rise of artisanal bricks and
unanimously agree that terrazzo and porcelain
design conundrum, how to have a streamlined contemporary kitchen with just enough detail to
in creative ways are being more readily
terrazzo-look tiles are still
give it a sense of place in period homes.
integrated into New
experiencing a rocketlike popularity this year.
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Wallpaper as a textural feature
Zealand architecture as we’ve seen on Houzz. Creating far more unique and interesting home
Wallpaper makes a comeback, but not as the once regarded hero of the room.
facades, this trend will cement itself as a modern 21st-century exterior style.
Often terrazzo is used as a playful touch, a way
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Fowler Homes Northland Director, Wayne
FOWLER HOMES:
Your style of living… Your style of builder! Fowler Homes has been involved with the building industry since 1984.
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Pickerill says “I am proud to be a long term Northland resident and thoroughly enjoy living and working in Whangarei. With many dedicated years in new home build and construction, you can be confident in the knowledge that my experience and
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understanding of the region’s unique climate and topography will be a great advantage when n the last 37 years, Fowler Homes have
for you to browse through at our office located
built a reputation of attention to details and quality, winning multiple awards for
on Walton Street, Whangarei. Each Plan Brief contains scores of practical plans of varying sizes,
choose to build with confidence, knowing that
tastes and budgets that we have designed and built for New Zealand families in the past. This
you are working with the managing director from start to finish. I have gained a reputation for going the extra mile, assisting my clients through the entire building process”.
our designs and standards of building. We believe in making the building process
simple and we project manage the entire
created a great starting point for you to create
process from the initial design sketch through to completion. Whether you own land or need help
your own perfect home with Fowler Homes. For those that have their dream home in mind
finding it, Fowler Homes will help you build your
we offer a Design & Build service. Tell us your
dream home, where you want, for your family and lifestyle.
ideas or bring in existing plans and we can bring your dreams to life – any size, any style, and with
We have amassed over 2,988 plans and many great examples can be found in our series of
Fowler’s high level of service and attention to detail. Another great reason clients trust us to
thirteen PLAN BRIEF books, which are available
build their homes.
building your new home”. “When you choose to build with me, you
“In addition to this you also have the reassurance of knowing my handpicked team of professional tradesman will be building your new homes. At Fowler Homes Northland we aim to exceed your expectations and create a home for you to live in and enjoy for many years to come” says Wayne. Fowler Homes (Northland) Ltd 63 Walton Street, Whangarei Phone: 09 438 4840 Fax: 09 438-4845 Mob: 021 438 481 Email: waynep@fowlerhomes.co.nz
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Standard Plans. Altered Plans. Your Plans. Hi, I’m Wayne Pickerill, Managing Director & Project Manager for your new Fowler Home. We will have exactly what you need to know about building your new home and guide you through the process. Enjoy quality and benefits of an efficient, low overhead nationwide company. Fowler Homes have done it this way since the early 1980’s. Enjoy dealing with one person start to completion.
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HOMEWORLD DESIGN & BUILD Looking to start your next building venture? With Covid-19 getting in the way of our travels plans, most of us have been looking at investing in a new home, or embarking on a new building venture. If this is you, the timing has never been better, says Homeworld Design & Build director Barry Trass. “Whether you like classic, modern, brick, weatherboard, or something completely unique, at Homeworld we can design and build your
architectural designers, colour consultants, construction supervisors, and local contractors that are second to none,
Homeworld Design & Build, with 40-plus years in the industry, can design and build your home exactly how you want it.
Due to increased demand Homeworld is looking for experienced LBP contract carpenters and an architectural designer
“We all work with passion, and have one focus
home exactly how you want it,” he says. “We’re Northland’s leading design and build specialists,
in mind - to bring every element of your dream
Whether you’ve got your drawings all
and have been in the industry for over 40 years.
home to life in the most exciting and hassle-free
ready to go, or looking for support to come
So, it’s fair to say we know our stuff!” The professional team at Homeworld Design
way.” Barry says. “Why? Because we understand that building
up with the perfect plan, get started with
& Build have expert knowledge and experience to help urn even the most challenging site into
a home is a big deal - not only financially, but
Phone 0800 86 89 86, or pop into the offices
emotionally, and it’s nice to know you’re in the
at 401 Western Hills Drive, Whangarei, or visit
something incredible, bringing together in-house
hands of someone you can trust.”
www.homeworld.co.nz
to join the team. If you are interested in working with a company that has a fantastic team culture then please apply
Homeworld Design & Build, Whangarei.
to Steve Trass: stevet@homeworld.co.nz or call 027 479 4296.
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razerhurst is a local family run business with over 38 years in the window furnishings business in Whangarei and the surrounding area.
Q&A with owners Ray and Sara Wedge,
who are proud of their professional and knowledgeable team who will always go that extra length to give their clients what they want, when they want it, and at the best possible price.
with Frazerhurst
Northland’s largest range of window furnishings.
What specific products and services do you offer? A: Custom made Window coverings both indoor and out with automation a specialty. Our indoor product range is extensive: blinds, shutters,
occasions. We are specialists at the tricky and
venetians, drapes, sheers and romans. We have
unusual requests including automation options.
everything you need to finish the job including tracks and holdbacks. We also offer specialty
We do not stock anything that does not come with a quality guarantee.
concertina insect screens and a shower track and curtain service. Our outdoor product range covers drop screens, awnings, aluminium shutters and umbrellas.
sample service. We even have a toy box to keep the little ones entertained and a willing pair of arms to cuddle the baby.
Why should customers use your services? A: Flexibility is the key. At Frazerhurst we can tailor make window furnishings from
How many locals do you employ?
affordable simplicity to absolute luxury. You
A: Our dedicated team have six members. Some of the staff have been with the business from the
What makes your business unique?
tell us what you’re after, and we’ll find a way to
early days and all have long-term commitment
A: We are family owned and operated with a passion for providing the very best quality at
make it happen. We understand the particular
and enjoy our family atmosphere.
requirements of Northland weather.
competitive prices. You can feel good that when
Ray & Sara Wedge are the owners of Frazerhurst
interior designer available in our showroom to offer you free advice with free take home
You don’t often run promotions or deals, why?
you shop locally you are employing locals that
Tell us about your showroom.
A: We don’t deal in gimmicky promotions or
put money back into the local community, but more importantly you will get the follow up
A: We are out of the city centre down Lower
falsely discount products. You will get the best
Dent Street, have free parking right outside the
and back up that you need on those very rear
door and a great coffee shop next door. Free
service and great quality at the very best value, anytime.
BUILDING? RENOVATING? OR REFRESHING? CUSTOMERS COME FIRST AT FRAZERHURST. CALL THE LOCAL EXPERTS WITH
38years IN THE BUSINESS OF CUSTOM MADE WINDOW FURNISHINGS
ENJOY OUR FREE SAMPLE SERVICE ON ALL PRODUCTS
INSIDE AND OUT: Curtains • Blinds • Awnings • Shutters • Automation
SOLUTIONS TAILORED TO YOUR REQUIREMENTS
Blinds | Awnings | Shutters | Umbrellas
146 Lower Dent St, Whangarei | Ph 09 438 3986 www.frazerhurst.co.nz | Email: info@frazerhurst.co.nz
“Customers come first at Frazerhurst”
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