The New Zealand House Built on a Sled
This charming two-story beach house is simple, functional, and can be towed to any beach or barge
This Rustic Modern Home Embraces New Zealand’s Natural Splendor
In a scenic location near lush wildlife, cascading falls, and black sand surf beaches, sits a timber-clad home with grand living...
Soak In New Zealand’s Rugged Beauty at This Remote Farmhouse Retreat
Accessible via helicopter or a 40-minute 4x4 ride overtop clifftop farm tracks, Scrubby Bay offers a remote slice of paradise on...
A Rammed Earth Home Rises on a Breathtaking Site in New Zealand’s Southern Alps
The use of rammed earth ties the home of a vintner to the terroir.
The New Zealand Native That's Taking Over Rotterdam
The sleek lighting designs of Sabine Marcelis are capturing the attention of fashion houses and architecture firms alike.
This Coastal New Zealand Retreat Mixes Business and Pleasure
Nestled in Christchurch, an architect's home and office pays tribute to New Zealand's awe-inspiring surroundings.
A Curved Holiday Home Nestles Into a Spectacular Clifftop in New Zealand
Belinda George Architects crafts a family “bach” on New Zealand’s North Island that celebrates the native bush and outdoor living.
To Design a Cabin in New Zealand, Its Architect Looked to the Sky
Birds fluttering overhead gave Barry Connor inspiration for the compact cabin, which is positioned for some of the most...
Stay at a Stone-and-Glass Retreat in a Remote New Zealand Bay
Relax and soak up the scenery at this stunning architectural gem close to the sea.
A Tiny Cabin Boasts Big Views of the New Zealand Countryside
Voted New Zealand's Best Small Home in 2016, this petite retreat has been cleverly designed to sleep up to eight guests.
Off-the-Grid Island House in New Zealand Connects with the Outdoors
A remote beachside cottage evokes the spirit of camping trips.
A Wedge-Shaped Home Opens Up to the New Zealand Bush
On the Tutukaka coastline, a couple carves out a slice of paradise with a wooden home inspired by traditional baches.
This New Zealand Design Duo’s Headquarters Are as Fresh and Lighthearted as They Are
George & Willy’s signs and display systems are minimalist, functional, and playful.
A Striking Black House Appears to Float in the New Zealand Mountains
Cantilevered atop a concrete foundation and wrapped in glass, Alpine Terrace House by Fearon Hay Architects hovers gently over...
This Tiny House in New Zealand Is a 241-Square-Foot Slice of Paradise
Inspired by the cinematic landscape of New Zealand’s North Island, this tiny home is the guest house you’ve always wanted to...
A Sun-Kissed Home Hits the Market in Otago, New Zealand
Built in 2020, the contemporary dwelling spans nearly 5,000 square feet, and it frames picturesque views of the surrounding...
A New Zealand Couple Build a Tiny, Cedar-Clad Cabin for $72K
The 162-square-foot Hideaway is now up for grabs as they prepare to craft their next dream retreat.
This DIY Home in New Zealand Doubles as a Coffee Spot and Art Gallery
A budget-savvy, well-caffeinated couple get their hands dirty building a house, art gallery, and coffee kiosk on New Zealand’s...
This New Zealand Architect Created a House That Looks Like a Tiny Village
An Auckland architect switches up the formula on the Victorian villas that populate his neighborhood.
A Minimalist Cabin in New Zealand Is Crafted From Eco-Friendly Timber
Vertical slats give this elemental cabin in Cardrona Valley a graphic appeal.
This Moody New Zealand Home Overlooks the Black Sands of Piha Beach
On New Zealand’s rugged west coast, a family’s brooding beach house opens up to the surrounding canopy and ocean views.
You Won’t Want to Leave This Cozy Cabin in New Zealand
An Australian couple build a small cabin retreat in New Zealand for their family—then decide to make it available to rent for the...
A Stellar Work of Midcentury Modern Architecture Is Up For Sale in New Zealand
Completed in 1963 by Hall & Mackenzie, The Japanese-inspired Fletcher House is in mint condition—and it’s packed with custom...
Three Timber Cabins Form a New Zealand Architect's Family Retreat
Architect Cymon Allfrey takes a page from the traditional “bach,” or holiday home, to design this alpine getaway.
This 3-Story Residence in New Zealand Offers Lake Vistas and Exquisite Interiors
A stylish sanctuary awaits the buyer of this sleek, contemporary home in Queenstown, Otago.
This $155K Tiny House in New Zealand Was Inspired by a Couple’s Cycling Tour
A simple, gabled form and clever storage define this compact one-bedroom home in Wanaka, New Zealand.
Stay in a Tent-Inspired A-Frame Cabin in the New Zealand Rain Forest
On Waiheke Island near Auckland, New Zealand, the Tent House sits among wetlands on a patch of undeveloped land.
This Compact New Zealand Home Uses Low-Cost Materials to Dazzling Effect
Designed for a couple in Wellington, New Zealand, this small home puts the focus on affordable materials and stunning views.
A New Zealand Architect Brings a Beach Shack Sensibility to His Family Home
Channeling the kiwi bach, architect Daniel Smith creates an address where a casual attitude—even in a sharp-edge structure—reigns...
A Coastal New Zealand Home Mines Starlight and Sunshine With Massive Light Wells
On the coast of New Zealand’s North Island, an award-winning holiday home puts a sculptural twist on the local bach typology.
An Eco-Friendly Prefab Farmhouse Pops Up in New Zealand in Just 4 Days
A young family embraces New Zealand farm life with a sustainable prefab home.
A New Slant
In Seattle, where others saw only a severe slope and lack of municipal hookups, one couple spotted their ticket to their dream...
A Remote Cabin in New Zealand Celebrates Affordable Materials and Life’s Simple Pleasures
Located on a windswept site, this one-bedroom retreat is built to withstand the rigors of rural life, and it can sleep up to six...
New Prospects
A Brooklyn architect shows what a little elbow grease, a healthy dose of naïveté, and a decade can accomplish.
Budget Breakdown: A New Zealand Architect Builds a Passive House for His Family for $490K
Drawing on a simple material palette of plywood and corrugated metal, architect Rafe Maclean designs a certified Passive House on...
A Musician Couple’s Wedge-Shaped House Echoes the Majesty of the New Zealand Landscape
Imagined by Jeffrey Day of Actual Architecture Company, the sharply angled structure rises at a 12-degree slope that suits the...

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