Why Garage Doors Matter More Than You Think

The role of garage doors in curb appeal and functionality

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9 outdoor kitchens that make alfresco dining easy

Cooking and entertaining outdoors has graduated from the humble BBQ to something a bit more serious.

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All hands on deck – ideas for a fresh air lifestyle

Don't just look out on unused lawn space – erect a deck! Here are some examples of how a not-so-humble outdoor platform can add character as well as broad functionality to your home

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Choosing the Right Gate Type for Your Home

Function, material, and layout all influence the best gate design

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Interior view of sofas and chairs in a living room.

Industrial tone

Contrasts – masculine and feminine, hard and soft – are designed to enrich these interior spaces, with elements creating an interplay of textures that brings depth and sophistication to every room – the kitchen is the hero of the design, presenting dark toned cabinetry teemed with a dark ceiling overhead

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Overhead Storage in the Garage

Using ceiling space for seasonal and infrequent items

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The project involved a new addition to an existing two-storey home, with a focus on passive solar design and multiple direct connections to the natural environment. The pool is a few steps from the sheltered outdoor lounge.

Nature infused

A modern home renovation blurs the lines between indoors and out – passive solar design and seamless connections create a natural living space that flows directly from kitchen and living room to pool

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Building Decks That Last in New Zealand Conditions

How to choose materials and avoid mistakes in deck construction

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Garage Carpet as a Multi-Use Option

Soft underfoot and ideal for converting garage zones

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Stepping into nature

This pavilion home immerses itself with the natural world – each architectural element is designed to maximise breathtaking lake views, while respecting the surrounding environment – lower level volumes float over the land

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Ian Barker Garden Design This spa stands proud of its swimming pool environment which in turn is set at the uppermost point on the property – for differentiation, the spa is clad in smaller, brighter mosaics that the pool.

Soaking under the stars

Whether sharing a wine with friends, playing with your kids, or twiddling your toes, relaxing in a hot spa is a simple life luxury – here are some creative ways you can introduce a backyard oasis to your property

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Tilt Garage Doors for Simplicity and Strength

A single-panel design that suits basic and secure setups

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Outdoor dining terrace clad in timber, visually aligned with the poolside area opposite.

Fresh and contemporary

Clean-lined landscape design blends seamlessly with modern architecture – outdoor entertaining, lush plantings, and thoughtful details create a serene retreat

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Smart Garage Storage for Busy Households

Get the most out of your garage with practical storage systems

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Exterior of a modern, single-storey home by Rachoff Vella Architecture, featuring light-coloured brick cladding, large rectangular windows, and a flat roof, with a green lawn in front.

At one with the landscape

For this expansive farmhouse, three wings protect a central courtyard – cladding choices and undulating pitched roof forms connect to the landscape and mountains while glass wall-ended pavilions take in distinct outlooks

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Open hearted

This cliff-side home is all about year round indoor-outdoor enjoyment – pride of place in the central outdoor room is a Jetmaster Alfresco Outdoor Wood Fireplace, by The Fireplace

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The generous deck with al fresco living space/ The living space with its double height windows is directly behind.
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The new rear deck and stairs seem from between mature trees that were retained as part of the project.
Sunken outdoor living area with an adjacent walkway offering sheltered circulation.
Original state of an outdoor space prior to renovation.
Rear-facing view of the home where the dramatic headboard in the master bedroom is visible, seamlessly connecting with the surrounding natural landscape.
The exterior perspective of the renovated open-plan dining and kitchen by Craig Linke
Outdoor fireplace with accompanying louvred roof and al fresco seating.
Seamlessly integrated indoor and outdoor living is achieved through full-height glazed doors, which allow natural light to flood the kitchen while offering uninterrupted flow to the outdoor entertaining area.
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Outdoor living space with roofing by Dorrington Atcheson Architects
newly built home exterior, focusing on the type and application of the cladding, designed by Kee Yen Architect
Modern outdoor area showcasing lounge furniture
Seamless indoor-outdoor flow from the new living area out new rear deck / outdoor living space.
Even the alfresco fireplace has a pared-back artistic appeal.
The new rear deck /outdoor living space.
Deep eaves provide shade in winter while the low winter sun still penetrates the living spaces.
Looking in to the kitchen/dining/living zone from the rear yard.
Upstairs deck with al fresco lounge seating.

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