If you’re a New Zealand resident looking to build a new home, there’s one crucial part of the puzzle you need to find. Land! Making smart choices when it comes to choosing a block of land can make the building process and your life so much easier. We’re going to talk about what to consider …
If you’re building a new home, there are a lot of choices you need to make. But one that often gets overlooked is choosing floor designs to keep your home warm and comfortable. We’re going to discuss a range of ideas, including: Carpet options Rugs Concrete Wood Flooring Stone and ceramic tiles Laminate flooring Underlay …
Useful Floor Design Ideas to Make Your Home Feel Warm and Comfortable Read More »
Winter can be a bit of a dreary time of year for anybody. Especially if you’re stuck at home more often than you used to be. With still plenty of uncertainty surrounding when the world will be back to normal, our homes have become a sanctuary. The only problem is, they’ve also become our office. …
It’s not uncommon these days to find people looking for a sea change. City life is busy, hectic and for many, downright irritating. They want to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life and move to the country for some more space. The rural or acreage lifestyle is considered by many to …
Tips for Buying Rural or Acreage Land in New Zealand Read More »
Once upon a time, it seemed ludicrous to knock down a perfectly good house and build a new one in its place. Why go to all that trouble when you could sell and move to another home? However, attitudes have shifted considerably in the modern world, and a knockdown and rebuild is now an extremely …
Knockdown and Rebuild is a Popular Option for Many Kiwis Read More »
The idea of downsizing your property happens for a number of reasons. Many people want to downsize once their children have left the nest, or they’re retiring and don’t want a large house to maintain anymore. People could be trying to free up money in their weekly budget, or even trying to save for something …
There was a time not so long ago when the dream for most people was to own the biggest house possible for their budget. Unfortunately, this actually led people to stretch their budget to the limit. They found they couldn’t really enjoy their life because there was no money left over from their mortgage payments. …
The idea of a ‘granny flat’ has been around for a long time now, however, their uses are much more diverse than the name implies. You may not choose to have nan living in your backyard, but there are plenty of other reasons people choose to build a granny flat on their property. Dual living …
Benefits of Building a Dual Living Home (Granny Flat) Read More »
Pinterest, for those who haven’t checked it out, is a place to share images, designs and a whole host of other things. Essentially, you can make a collage board with things that catch your eye – and this is called ‘pinning’. Pinterest has become somewhat of a go-to for interior design as well, with experts …
In years gone by, homes on rural property were really only the domain of those in the agricultural and farming industries. Farmland was exactly that – land to operate a farm on. These days, many people from all walks of life are looking to pack up and move to the country, so to speak. Escaping …
The idea of designing and building your ideal home is a dream come true for thousands of Kiwis each year. As with anything of this significance, care needs to be taken to ensure a well thought out, functional house plan. This article explains some of the main things to consider when designing a home. Given these …
Top 5 Things to Keep in Mind When Designing Your Home Read More »
There’s a lot to consider when designing new home. But, it’s also a very personal thing. Every family will have different ideas about what the perfect home looks like. Then, of course, you’ll need to consider your budget, but aside from that, the options are endless. Here are a few tips on designing your ideal …
