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5 Tips for Spring Home Renovations

Posted 29/10/14

We've talked to industry insiders and experts, and have put together a list of our top 5 tips for getting started your spring home renovations. Spring home renovations Coming out of a cold winter, spring home renovations may seem like a daunting prospect. Yes, you've been thinking about i

The Benefits of Building a Conservatory

Posted 22/10/14

If you've been thinking about adding an extension to your home, Building a conservatory is a clever way to add more living space without having to move to a larger home. One of the benefits of building a conservatory is the potential to add a lot of value to your home. Hiring an architect

Choosing Between Another Storey or Adding a House Extension

Posted 16/03/17

Extending your house or adding another storey can give you the much needed space a growing family needs. We look at the advantages and disadvantages of these two renovation options... How to choose between another storey or a house extension Depending on the size of your backyard, you can

Choosing and Using an Architect

Posted 05/10/12

A good working relationship between client and architect is a vital ingredient in the success of any building project. Therefore it's therefore essential to choose an architect whose design approach and practice philosophy best fit your requirements... However, you may have noticed there

The Tiny Home Movement in New Zealand

Posted 18/03/15

The tiny home movement is a trend that seems to be here to stay. But why has this movement gained so much traction? Is it a genuine trend that’s both socially and economically advantageous? Or is it just the next not-so-big thing in house design?... Exploring NZ's tiny home movement Since

Understanding the Differences Among Tradespeople Accreditations

Posted 08/06/17

With so many tradespeople belonging to different accreditation organisations, how do you know which one to trust ? We take a closer look... Tradespeople Accreditations There are 10 common tradespeople accreditation to be aware of. Each one is not equal, yet they are work towards bettering

Need to Add an Extra Bedroom for Your Kids?

Posted 10/11/16

Kiwi parents have on average 1.9 kids, which works fine for those who have three bedroom homes. Except when you have more than two children, have guests over to stay or want to use a bedroom as a study or home office. That’s when adding on an extra bedroom for your kids is a great solution to gi

Architect, Draughtsman or Builder - Who Do You Need?

Posted 10/09/13

You want to renovate your home - so who do you call, a Draughtsman, Architect or Builder? We have a look at each of them does and how they can help you... Picking between an architect, draughtsman and builder An Architect will provide the buildings architectural design and also oversee the con

Successful Indoor Outdoor Flow in New Zealand Homes

Posted 13/05/15

One of the most popular selling points of a kiwi home is the indoor/outdoor flow. Whether you’re thinking of selling or just want to realise the potential of your home and the plot it stands on, considering indoor outdoor flow is important... Indoor outdoor flow The secret to unlocking the

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Architect - Remove Wall

Posted 1 year ago

Looking for an architect to provide a plan for removing a wall between Lounge and dinning area in a 1979 house.

Renovation Design Napier South, Napier

Load bearing wall. 2

Posted 1 year ago

I need to remove a load-bearing wall between our kitchen and dining room and put in a beam. But i want to go through council and do it right. So i would like something designed up and i'll get a builder to install.

Drafting Services Pirimai, Napier

Draughtsperson- kitchen layout

Posted 5 months ago

We would like to extend our living space by moving our kitchen. We have structural beams that must stay and a interesting roof line to consider. We've drawn up a rough plan of the area, but we would like a draughtperson to draw up plans should we take this further. We haven't yet considered layout of the kitchen until we are sure that we can work with the space in question.

Drafting Services Taradale, Napier

Student flat

Posted 1 year ago

changing a garage/rumpus room to a self-contain flat

Drafting Services Marewa, Napier

Brendan and Kylie's house

Posted 1 year ago

We have put a deposit on a section. We want to build a storey house around 240m2. We don't have any drawings yet. We have a good idea of what we want.

House Designs Napier Central, Napier

Sleep out

Posted 1 year ago

Hi, we are planning to change my garage to be sleep out. We need the architect to provide planning layout and renovation design. The garage is separate from my main house and need to be changed a sleep out with a bathroom.

Renovation Design Greenmeadows, Napier

Addition on Vigor.

Posted 1 year ago

Residential renovation drawings , Kitchen and bedroom extension + ensuite.. Just want basics to get thru consent. 1925 house but extension to be all modern.

Drafting Services Napier South, Napier

Plans and council consent for open plan kitchen

Posted 5 months ago

Drawings and council consent for removal of interior wall for new open plan kitchen.

Renovation Design Bluff Hill, Napier

Load bearing wall.

Posted 1 year ago

Drafting Services Pirimai, Napier

Floor drawing for commercial space

Posted 1 year ago

I have an empty commercial tenancy of around 400 sq/m on Dickens St. I need a floor plan done of the ground floor space and mezzanine to assist potential tenants in planning layouts. I need the job done quickly - ideally this week.

Drafting Services Napier Central, Napier

Draft drawings for room extention

Posted 1 month ago

Hi there We are after a draftsman to do up the drawing plans for our room addition we are wanting to get done to our family home in Taradale Napier. Basic extention so we imagine it'll be quite straight forward. Also wanting to add storage to the existing bedrooms and hallway. Time frame : sooner the better

Drafting Services Taradale, Napier

Garage converted into two bedrooms

Posted 9 months ago

We want our attached single garage converted into two bedrooms. We need plans drawn that will be accepted by the Napier council for building consent. We want to submit the plans along with an owner-builder form 2b. Garage roller door will be replaced with a sliding door. Walls insulated.

Drafting Services Taradale, Napier

Westshore

Posted 3 years ago

Two rooms attached to house

Drafting Services Napier Central, Napier

New home plans

Posted 1 year ago

Working plans for a 230sq mtr three bedroom house, with 170sq mtr ... ncept drawing completed.

Drafting Services Taradale, Napier

Need LBP to sign off my plans

Posted 9 months ago

Hi, Need someone who can sign off my plans for residential building. Mostly renovations (non structural, to NZS3604) Current job needed to be sign off is changing 2 sliding doors into one long one (under4m in lenght) Please send me a qoute how much would you charge for signing it off for me. Thank you

House Designs Onekawa, Napier

Bay View Browns

Posted 3 months ago

We are looking to build on a lifestyle block this year and need to sort out a draftsman. We have a design we like, just need to move to pricing and consenting it.

Drafting Services Bay View, Napier

Plans drawn

Posted 2 years ago

Water and waste drawn on a existing pole shed design

Drafting Services Meeanee, Napier

Bluff Hill

Posted 4 months ago

An opportunity to be involved in conceptual work prior to design and constructioon on one of the best sites in Bluff Hill. Sun and spectacular views to be maximised in mature surroundings. Good access.

House Designs Napier Central, Napier

Sealy

Posted 11 months ago

Simple 3 bed lightweight const.

Drafting Services Napier Central, Napier

Draft a floor plan

Posted 1 year ago

I need a a draughtsman to draw up my own very rough home drawn plans, definitely not a box, quite a lot of unusual angles. He does all the work, plans etc. and got my consents

Drafting Services Napier Central, Napier

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TASdesign Limited

Joined February 2018

Hi there, we're a professional design company offering drafting services for Concept Design and Building Consents. We also specialize in taking your design and creating comprehensive Manufacturing/Shop drawings and Assembly Instructions as part of our unique SmartPLANZ 3D Plan Packages, which are specifically created to ensure a time and cost effective build. We offer competitive quotes and pricin...

Abode Architecture

Joined October 2018

We are a company that believes relationships are important. A meaningful life requires meaningful relationships. With this in mind we design architecture that evokes great relationships. We also understand that great architecture fits both your lifestyle and your personal style. I have been in the building industry since leaving school, firstly as a builder then later as a site manager undertaki...

smartarch

Joined June 2016

Hi, I've been working in construction, design and drafting and related industries since 1997. I am a licensed LBP (AoP Design 3) who works on all scales and complexities of new builds in residential and commercial projects. My recent NZ projects include, *2019 - Conversion of Utility Room to Studio Unit *2019 - New Back extension - Living and Bedroom - Moutenau *2019 - New 4 Bed Home - Waihol...

D'Angelo Renovations

Joined April 2018

At D'Angelo Renovations, your satisfaction is our main priority. Since our business started, quality has been our focus. By working with the best materials in the industry and employing the most experienced and meticulous contractors, we are able to deliver solid and long lasting solutions for everyone. D'Angelo Renovations has always operated under strong values aimed at exceeding client ne...

Singer Architecture

Joined February 2014

I am an LBP registered architectural designer working in residential and light commercial projects. I can offer a range of services including; feasibility studies, concept designs, construction documents, construction administration, and building consent application. I would love the opportunity to talk with you further about your project and put together a fee proposal that is tailored to you.

Wyn Architecture

Joined January 2017

An independently owned Architectural and Design company based in the beautiful Mount Maunganui. Specialising in 3D visuals, in all residential design and spec homes. These include alterations, leaky homes, renovations and interior design. Our goal is to deliver precision in our work. We’ll go the extra mile to provide the highest level of satisfaction in all areas of your dream design process...

BES Services Ltd

Joined December 2011

We specialise in many fields. Construction Management • Project Management • Architectural Design/Draughting Services • Resource Consents • Building Surveying • Design & Build Civil & Structural Engineering • Landscape Design & Build • Interiors & Lighting Our core focus in 2012 is Design, Draughting & Project Management.

nz skills ltd

Joined April 2017

Our Auckland based company is excited to expand to the beautiful Hawkes Bay! We pride ourselves in doing the best possible job at affordable prices. Our team specialize in setup commercial and residential architectural design, form work, framing, decking, civil work, retaining wall, major renovations, new builds and many more. you will not be disappointed.

BUILDBIM

Joined November 2015

BuildBIM is a design, drafting and BIM solutions provider for New Zealand and Australian construction industries. We provide a quality service that includes design, drafting and construction documentation, BIM coordination, clash detection, and 3D modelling. We offer fast turnaround times at competitive rates.

Infinite Building Solutions Ltd

Joined April 2015

We are an “all under the same roof” operation which provides our clients with the complete job handled by us from beginning to end. We take the stress out of your job by project managing it from start to finish, and with many years experience in the industry, including owning a construction business in Wellington for 18 years, you can trust us to get the best results for you. We’ll put highly qu...

House Plans New Zealand

Joined January 2016

We specialise in designing modern, high insulation, low energy homes that look good and cost less to run. All our homes are designed with ensuite bathrooms and low maintenance materials for easy living. Building consent drawings, specifications, application forms and council liaison provided. We supply custom house plans to private customers and builders throughout New Zealand.

Jurado Architects

Joined January 2019

We are innovators with passion! We love what we do and we care for your future. Our journey always starts with a vision to the way in which we can enhance your life, by creating architecture that makes you feel better about the world having experienced it. We love to create timeless pieces of history, while we also make it our mission to innovate projects, creating silhouettes of the oceans supe...

Mandy Wood Stained Glass

Joined January 2011

I have been making stained glass for 25 years and was the first stained glass artist in Queensland to be accredited by the governent to train apprentices who I used in my 5 galleries. Over the years I have made 1000's of stained glass commission windows and doors for the cyclone prone Queensland coast line. I came back to NZ and bought a home and gallery in Dargaville in 2007. I can ship s...

PS Structural Drafting Ltd

Joined June 2018

Hi, my name is Petra Syme and I run PS Structural Drafting Ltd. company from my home in Napier. I'm experienced in Architectural Technologies/Drafting and also Structural Drafting in residential, commercial and industrial field. I'm very professional and work hard to meet deadlines for project completion using the latest CAD Software-Revit to produce plans at all stages of the design process...

TUNDRA BUILDING AND LANDSCAPING

Joined October 2010

TUNDRA BUILDING AND LANDSCAPING OFFERS A VARIETY OF SERVICES , WE DO SPECIALISE IN BATHROOM AND KITCHEN RENOVATIONS , WE DO ALTERATIONS AND XTENSIONS . WE OFFER A LANDSCAPE DESIGN SERVICE AND SPECIALISE IN ALL OUTDOOR LIVING STRUCTURES .TUNDRA BUILDING AND LANDSCAPING ALSO DOES POLE BARNS AND OTHER FARM BUILDINGS.WE HAVE A BASE OF SKILLED AND EXPERIENCED SUB CONTRACTORS TO CALL ON. WE ALSO OFFER A...

Boztech Ltd

Joined September 2017

Hi we have a Christchurch based qualified LBP Architectural Designer Level 1 with 7+ years experience. All kinds of Architectural Concept Design and Full Working Drawings, we can do work throughout New Zealand. New Builds and Extensions inquiries welcome :)

Architecture & Interiors Ltd

Joined February 2013

Architecture & Interior Design Residential - New, Alterations, Interiors, Kitchens, Bathrooms, Garages & Utilities Commercial - New, Alterations, Interiors, Fitout, Reception ADNZ Professional Member LBP Design 2

Up Ease LTD

Joined March 2011

Here at Up Ease we have over 15 years experience providing access solutions for residential and commercial properties. Specialising in all forms of vertical access we also provide Dumb waiter's chairlifts for stairs, frieght lifts, hospital bed lifts,passenger lifts,Maintenance/service and car park solutions. As well as elevators we can undertake onsite engineering, demolition and removal wor...

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