Aspiring Collection lookbook

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ASPIRING

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LOOK BOOK


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Welcome Here at Signature Homes we understand that often the hardest part to building a new home can be coming up with the design first, which is why we have created our pre-designed plan range to make the first step a little easier. Our pre-designed plan range is made up of four bespoke collections, each with their own unique offering. Whether it be your first home or dream home, our pre-designed collection of plans has got you covered. Signature Homes provides a full-service new home offering that gives you access to our team of new home consultants, architectural designers, quantity surveyors and project managers, along with the expertise and knowledge of our experienced franchise partners, all in one place. Having one point of contact makes things a lot easier for you, and you can rest easy knowing your new home is being built by one of New Zealand's most renowned and respected residential builders. Even better, your new home will be protected by industry-leading building guarantees. We’re proud to be 100% Kiwi-owned since our inception in 1983, and in that time we have brought thousands of Kiwi dream homes to life. After you’ve browsed the inspiration in this book, contact us for a free no-obligation new home workshop to discuss your new home.

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Aspiring Collect ion ABOUT OUR

Our Aspiring collection is about celebrating simple and relaxed living through unassuming spaces and open-plan living areas. The eight homes of the Signature Aspiring Collection each reflect modern Kiwi living and complement New Zealand's stunning architectural landscape. Largely undefined living areas that merge kitchen, dining and lounge allow occupants to use the space as it suits them. Seamless openings onto expansive outdoor areas relax the threshold between indoor and outdoor spaces, extending the living spaces and providing endless entertaining opportunities. Whether it's for beach, country or city living, there is a layout and style to suit all situations.

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1. Taking your brief STEP BY

STEP GUIDE TO YOUR

Your first meeting with Signature Homes gives us a chance to discuss your new home aspirations, and we’ll also share more about us and how we do things differently through our building process.

We’ll produce full concept designs along with firm and final pricing. This process will give you surety of costs and peace of mind.

6. Entering into a

Our team will meet with you on your site to discuss options for where your new home could be situated and how it might be oriented on your section. We’ll also conduct an initial review of site requirements for the building process.

building agreement Now you’ve signed off the final design and pricing of your new home, we’ll enter into a building agreement. We arrange for council consent, and once this is issued you’ll meet with your Project Manager and commence your build.

3. Concept Designs

7. Construction

Now we understand the style of home you wish to build and the requirements of your site, we’ll present you with conceptual designs in alignment with your investment level as a starting point for your new home.

Your Project Manager will take care of you from this point onwards, keeping you updated at key points throughout your build and meeting you on site to take you through your new home as it takes shape.

4. Greenlight Planning

8. Your Home. Your Way.

2. Site visit

Service Once you’ve chosen a concept design that pretty much ticks all the boxes, we’ll provide you with a comprehensive estimate to build your new home. Once you accept this estimate, we’ll move into our Greenlight Planning Service which gives you access to our team of expert designers and estimators to finalise your design. 6

5. Contract Presentation

Once we’ve finished your home and received a Council Compliance Certificate, we’ll hand over the keys to your brand new Signature Home. We’re sure you’ll enjoy it for years to come. In fact, we guarantee it!

new home Workshop today

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your team MEET

New Home Consultants

Our New Home Consultants (NHCs) ask a lot of questions because their job is to find the perfect new build option, at the right price for your budget. Make sure you ask them questions too, as our NHCs will always find you an answer and are with you every step of the way.

Design Team

Signature Homes is one of New Zealand’s leading residential building companies, with 14 local teams bringing hundreds of Kiwi dreams to life every year. We’re a fully New Zealand owned business that has been operating since 1983. Signature Homes has strong relationships with the country’s leading building material suppliers, giving us access to fantastic pricing and supply arrangements that we pass on to you to ensure your new home is both high-quality and well-priced. Owners Gavin and Anneta Hunt have been involved in the business since its inception nearly 40 years ago, and still oversee its running. Signature Homes has your best interests at heart and strives to make building a new home easy and stress-free.

Our experienced architects, designers and estimators turn your dream into conceptual drawings and 3D images. They’ll show you a range of plans from our collections that could work on your site or, if you’re after something a little different, talk you through the process of designing your new home from scratch.

Colour Consultants & Interior Designers

Don’t worry if you don’t have an eye for interior design – when you build with us you have access to your own design team, including a colour consultant who will help guide you through these key decisions.

Building Project Managers

Once your build is locked down and signed off, your Project Manager (PM) will be your key point of contact. They'll manage the tradespeople on your site and all the requirements for the remainder of your build, keeping it on time and on budget, right up until you move in.

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DESIGN

features

Designed by De La Mere Architects, in collaboration with Signature Homes, our Aspiring Collection designs are uncomplicated in form and feature an elegant palette of textures that are both modern and rustic. Each concept is individual and unique from the last.

Quality in our attention to detail. Quality in the service we provide

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Q UA L I T Y M AT E R I A LS When you build your new home with Signature Homes you can take comfort in knowing that you will have access to the best building materials in the industry.

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Exterior materials kiwi lifestyle

Celebrate the with inspiring exteriors that enhance our unique environment.

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LEARN MORE ABOUT B OA R D & BAT T E N

Board and batten

Use board and batten to make straight walls look sleek, clean and modern.

Weathered timber

Create a rustic feel that complements NZ’s natural environment with a weathered timber façade.

LEARN MORE ABOUT W E AT H E R E D T I M B E R

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Cedar cladding

Cedar cladding not only helps to create a standout exterior it is also a natural and sustainable product, allowing you to reduce the carbon footprint of your home.

Timber screens

The use of timber screens is popular method to control light and soften a façade to create a visually appealing exterior.

LEARN MORE ABOUT TIMBER SCREENS

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LEARN MORE ABOUT CEDAR CLADDING

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Interior materials relaxing

Create a aesthetic with natural materials and a minimalistic approach.

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Love this look?

Plywood

View our Kai Iwi plan here

The use of plywood in place of plasterboard is a trend that is showing no signs of slowing down. Interior designers embrace this hardy building material thanks to its warmth, texture and cool aesthetic. Even better, its more affordable than solid timber and better for the environment.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE B E N E F I T S O F P LY W O O D

C R E AT E T H E LO O K WITH JAMES HARDIE GROVE LINING

Timber battening

The use of timber battening is great for adding warmth, depth or texture to space, turning a plain wall into something impressive.

LEARN MORE ABOUT TIMBER BAT T E N I N G

Feature wall cladding

Create a statement wall in the bathroom with Hardie™ Groove Lining. The vertical lines give a striking modern look when used alongside tiles. Hardie Groove Lining can be used in semi-wet areas, making it ideal for walls and along the front of baths. Combine the effect of tongue and groove lining with practicality and resistance to moisture damage. 15


Polished concrete

Polished concrete has become a popular choice for the likes of flooring and kitchen benchtops, providing a classic look clean lines which is durable and easy to clean.

EXPLORE TIMBER CEILING OPTIONS

LEARN MORE ABOUT POLISHED CONCRETE

Timber ceilings

Timber ceilings are an obvious choice for aesthetic reasons: they provide warmth and texture to most environments, nurturing a rustic, homely atmosphere that can bring comfort to any space. Especially in designs that aim to reconnect with nature, a wooden ceiling combined with glass windows can feel incredibly natural. 16


Exposed brick

Exposed brick adds a lot character to a room. Whether it’s painted or left untouched, it creates variety from simple painted walls. The tumbled look of brick gives dimension to a room without the need to over decorate. It also brings a mixed feeling of old and new together in more modern spaces.

EXPLORE BRICK OPTIONS

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Love this look?

View our Hawea plan here

Coloured cabinetry

Coloured cabinetry is a cost-effective way to add a hint of flair to your home. You can expect to nature inspired colors such as Green & Oak as a trend for 2022. 18

EXPLORE COLOURED CA B I N E TA RY O P T I O N S


Timber flooring

Timber ceilings are an obvious choice for aesthetic reasons: they provide warmth and texture to most environments, nurturing a rustic, homely atmosphere that can bring comfort to any space. Especially in designs that aim to reconnect with nature, a wooden ceiling combined with glass windows can feel incredibly natural.

EXPLORE TIMBER FLOORING OPTIONS

Love this look?

View our Kai Iwi plan here

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Takaka Takaka - 97 2

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With the perfect balance between blending in and standing out, this clever and compact 97m2 mono-pitch design features a central open-plan kitchen, living and dining space that flows seamlessly through large glazed sliders to decks on both sides. Two double bedrooms, each with an ensuite, neatly bookend the home. 6.0m

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Discreetly bold ENSUITE

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100m 2

Moturiki Moturiki - 100

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Summer bach perfection Gorgeous cedar stain and large bi-fold doors give this 100m2 home an all-year-round summer vibe. It consists of two gable volumes, neatly split by a central, external walkway.

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Open-plan living, kitchen and dining dominate the first wing, while the second features two double bedrooms, a bathroom and laundry. The living area opens to a spacious deck – and a dreamy outdoor shower.


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132m 2

Cashmere

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Designer holiday Those that enjoy entertaining all year round will fall in love with our Cashmere plan. Raking ceilings bring a heightened sense of space to this 132sqm home with three double bedrooms, two bathrooms, including master ensuite, and laundry. The open-plan kitchen, living, dining area flows to a covered deck.

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133m 2

Mt Rosa Mt Rosa Mt Rosa - 133 3

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The Mt Rosa trial in Otago is the inspiration behind our Mt Rosa Plan, where tussock grass sways gently in the breeze, and natural landscapes provide striking scenery all year round.

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14.9m

Designed to blend into the natural environment with the use of weathered timber and natural materials, our Mt Rosa plan is the epitome of relaxed holiday home living. The Mt Rosa boasts indoor-outdoor flow at its very finest, featuring a statement kitchen, large floor-to-ceiling windows and expansive decking.


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145m 2

Raglan Raglan - 145 BATHROOM BED 2

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Off the grid

LIVING

The Pirongia Forest Park, located just out of Raglan, is the inspiration behind our Raglan plan. Natural timber and native tree landscaping celebrate our unique forests providing and the feeling of being completely off the grid.

DINING

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KITCHEN

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ENSUITE

BED 1

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Either side of the home opens up to nature, inviting the birdsong and subtle rustling of trees indoors. Stay warm at night as the sunsets with an outdoor fireplace and sit back and relax.


looks we love

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177m 2 Waiheke - 177

Waiheke

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Luxury holiday Waiheke is home to some of the most outstanding architecture in NZ, and our Waiheke inspired plan sure fits the bill. This 177m2 compact home is surprisingly generous, thanks to its expansive cathedral ceilings and loft area for that added space. Create a standout interior with a timber battening feature wall and polished concrete flooring.

LIVING VOID

LIVING

LOFT

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BED 2

BED 3

LINEN BATHROOM 1

BED 4

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BED 1

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BED 2

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BED 3


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178m 2

Oakura Oakura - 178

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Surf, sun, snow

HW LAUNDRY

With its world-renowned surf beaches and mountain peaks, Taranaki is an all-year-round adventure playground. Our Oakura plan celebrates the kiwi lifestyle all year round, with a striking design suitable for all seasons.

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Expansive windows capture the sun and breathtaking views. Profile metal cladding provides a stylish aesthetic, is better for the environment and is highly durable.


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184m 2

Matapouri ENSUITE

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Inspired by one of NZ’s most magical beaches located in Northland. Our Matapouri plan is designed to sit comfortably within its landscape.

20.31m

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Matapouri - 184

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Positioned on stilts, this 184sqm four-double-bedroom home (master with ensuite) is the height of relaxation. Glazed doors fold back, eliminating boundaries between the deck and open-plan kitchen, living and dining space. The main bathroom boasts a bath, separate shower and double vanity.


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You're in safe hands with Signature Homes, as we provide the most extensive Building Guarantees in New Zealand.

comprehensive NEW ZEALAND'S

MOST

GUARANTEES PROGRAMME

Home Completion Guarantee Your payments to us are 100% secure, ensuring that you receive Your Home, Your Way, on budget, in accordance with the specification in your Building Agreement.

Two Year Maintenance Guarantee One of the best things about moving in to a brand-new home is the fact that you don’t have to fix anything up. You’ll receive a maintenance guarantee for two years, giving you more time to enjoy living in your home, rather than fixing it.

Ten Year Structural Guarantee Your new home will stand the test of time.

We've got you covered, right from day one

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Ten Year Weathertightness Guarantee We have great faith in our builders and the products we use, so much so that we guarantee all our homes will be warm, dry and healthy to live in for years to come.

No Hidden Extras Guarantee We believe the price we give you up front, should be the same price you pay. We guarantee that we won’t sneak anything else into your price meaning there are no nasty surprises when it comes to building your dream home.

Guaranteed Completion Date When we tell you when you can move in to your new home, we mean it – otherwise we pay! Knowing exactly which date you will be moving in makes it easier to organise the sale of your existing home, or the final date of your rental agreement as well as moving vehicles and the all-important house warming.

Total Price Guarantee At Signature Homes, we guarantee that the price we give you when you sign your Building Agreement is the same price you will pay for your new home, excluding any authorised Variations. No nasty budget blow-outs, no surprise costs and no scary extra fees.


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Full service offering S I G N AT U R E H O M E S

Design & Build You may have an idea of your perfect home in your head or sketched somewhere, have plans already drawn up by an architect, or be looking for something completely unique. We can help you Design & Build your dream home from scratch or follow your existing plans. This is a great option if you’re after something a little different or have a tricky site.

Build From a Plan Decades of experience have shown us that there are elements of great home designs that are universal amongst our clients. With this in mind, we have created collections of plans that include almost any layout you can think of, and they are a great place to start.

House & Land Packages If you don’t have a section to build on, then a House & Land package might be the answer. Our packages often feature newly-released land from developers that isn’t available to the public, and we match each section with one or more plans that maximise the specific site and environment.

Knock Down & Rebuild Love where you live but not the house you’re living in? We have decades of experience in managing the removal of existing homes and rebuilding on your site to create a home that suits your lifestyle.

Subdividing This is a great option if you have a larger site, potentially offering you very good financial rewards. We offer a streamlined Subdividing Service, bringing together a number of specialists to save you time and money. 38

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We've been building fantastic homes to suit Kiwi conditions and lifestyles since 1983. The Signature Homes network now extends from Whangarei to Queenstown, and nearly everywhere in between. Northland 0800 082 882 Rodney & North Shore 0800 488 828 National Support Office 0800 744 628 West & North-West Auckland 0800 020 600

Manukau & Botany 0800 102 109

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Waikato 0800 082 888 Taranaki 0800 102 104 Greater Wellington 0800 102 135 Palmerston North & Manawatu 0800 707 310 Nelson & Tasman 0800 244 422

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