Over our 30 years in architecture we’ve designed many housing developments, both for private developers and retirement villages which led us into involvement with Papakāinga developments. Whether it be the masterplan, then right through to detailed drawings and getting building consent, or maybe just site, foundation and drainage plans, we can help you with the designs, plans and […]
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What is the best way of heating your home? Here we discuss five types of heating systems you can use in your new home design. When designing your new home, researching the best winter heating systems and finding what will work best for you is important. Here are some options to help you along the
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As Architects and Architectural Designers it becomes second nature as to what things do and don’t work when designing a home, both for function and aesthetics. These are often never discussed so see below a selection of eleven home design rules you should never break. 1. Never Change The Type of Cladding on External CornersChanging the type
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When it comes to designing your home, you must start from the ground up. Your site layout is probably the most important aspect of your build, so you want to get it right the first time. See below a brief guide to assist you with designing your home to suit your section. 1. Council Zone
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So you’ve been thinking of building, but have got one big question to ask Google, so you’ve tapped in – ‘how to design a house’. Thankfully, we’re professional house designers so you’ve landed in the right spot. Before engaging us, many of our clients have explored their own ideas, to help narrow down the options.
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Often, the biggest fear of a house project in NZ is dealing with council and obtaining building permits and consents. If you’re wondering ‘what consents and permits do I need for building?‘ we’re here to help you out. There is a vast array of different consents and permits required for a successful completion of a
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What is the cost to design and consent a home in New Zealand? When planning your first home it’s easy to overlook the design and consenting costs associated with your project. This article will give you clarity on the possible costs involved. Your Biggest Purchase Ever As building a home is likely the sole biggest
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Got a building project coming up, and are wondering what Titles, Consent Notices and Covenants are? It can get mighty confusing when you start looking at Titles and their attachments, so we’ve created a brief description below of each to assist you in understanding the different names and functions. The first thing we do when
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You’re looking to build a home – should you use a Builder, Architect, or Architectural designer? This is one of the first questions you come across when thinking about building a new home. To help break this question down, lets first explain each type: Builder:A general builder’s sole purpose is to project manage and build
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As with every method of building, there’s lovers and haters and then the majority of people who just don’t know. So in this article we’ll discuss – concrete floor or timber floor? Which you should have and why. Rule of Thumb It’s like saying ‘how long is a piece of string’ to accurately compare the
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