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Understanding the Differences Among Tradespeople Accreditations

Posted 08/06/17

What does that trade logo on your tradie's website or vehicle mean? What benefit can it provide you, the homeowner? Read on to find out more about national trade accreditations in New Zealand... Some industry accreditations are mandatory, as government regulations require that certain wor

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

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

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

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

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A-frame cabin

Posted 1 year ago

I have an A-frame cabin design. I need an architect to: 1. Check it for compliance with nz building codes 2. If compliant, compile a materials list from it and convert the measurements from imperial to metric so i can get the materials quoted. Although, it may end up easier for an architect to just draw a new design.

Drafting Services Murupara, Whakatane

Draughting & Design Services for 3.5 x wall removal and a floor extension over kitchen/laundry porch area

Posted 5 years ago

We have a 4 bedroom 1960s brick home, we want to create an open plan space in the living areas (2 walls), a larger bedroom (1 wall) and an open foyer entry way (0.5 wall). The walls that need to be removed are point load bearing and exist between the kitchen/laundry (so we can extend the kitchen into the laundry area) and extend this floor area approx 1 metre over the current exterior concrete porch. Remove a wall between the dining and lounge (open plan concept) and a wall between 2 bedrooms...

Drafting Services Whakatane, Whakatane

Enohouse #2

Posted 4 months ago

I have a small modular house design based on steel frames fitted together. My design is a rough model on Autocad 3D. I'm looking for an experienced draftsman to finish the design and draw 2d plans for Council Consent Plans (Whakatane Council)

Drafting Services Whakatane, Whakatane

Adlam

Posted 5 years ago

Garage and renovations kitchen bathroom entrance bedroom and deck, exterior cladding etc

Drafting Services Whakatane, Whakatane

Octagonal multifaceted multi generational home

Posted 3 years ago

I am the owner of rural property on the outskirts of Whakatane. I would like to build a multi generational home on the property. I am particularily interested in multifaceted homes/ octagonal homes. We have seen designs for kitsets from Indonesia and investigated importing them. We would like to know if this is something a local designer and builder could achieve more cost effectively. I have received permission from the regional council – we are above the flood zone. Inside our desgin brief ar...

House Designs Awakeri, Whakatane

Col

Posted 3 years ago

We are relocating a bungalow and need plans drawn to submit to council

Drafting Services Thornton, Whakatane

Nic Twaddle

Posted 2 years ago

We need plans for consent for our 32m2 loft over our detached garage which we would like to make self contained with toilet shower and kitchen. Not wanting anything too crazy design wise just clean simple practical and legal in order to get consents, a valuation and builders quotes for mortgage extension.

Drafting Services Whakatane, Whakatane

Home renovation

Posted 10 months ago

We've recently bought our first home and looking for an architect to help us with renovations. The house is a lovely 3 bedroom 1950s bungalow in pretty good condition but the layout is a little odd so wed like some help making it flow better and maximising the available space.

Renovation Design Ohope, Whakatane

A great paying job 2

Posted 4 years ago

I need a standard house designed

House Designs Whakatane, Whakatane

New house design

Posted 2 years ago

Hi There, We need a price on an architect plan for a possible house build. We love the design from a Lockwood plan, but we dont want to go with Lockwood, and have a few minor changes we would like to add. Changes include 1) Sliding door in bedroom 1 2) Push wall out in living / dining area so its completely rectangle 3) Re-design the main bathroom / laundry to include a separate toilet. - No tub required, just pipes for laundry. In time we plan to push the laundry into a garage so thi...

Drafting Services Matata, Whakatane

Garage Foundation Plan required

Posted 2 years ago

We are wanting to relocate a garage on the same site. To accompany our relocation consent application for Council we are required to attach a detailed foundation plan that complies with the current design philosophies and our resource consent. Hoping to get this ASAP so we can progress with the consent application and get the slab laid in time to move the garage over Easter.

Drafting Services Whakatane, Whakatane

New House

Posted 3 years ago

I would like basic 3 Bedroom plans on top of garage built with retaining walls. engineers plans , building plans and consent to council.

Drafting Services Whakatane, Whakatane

A great paying job

Posted 4 years ago

I need a standard house designed

House Designs Whakatane, Whakatane

Extension

Posted 4 years ago

Extension to lounge and redesign of kitchen dining room and front entrance. I have the plans for existing house.

Renovation Design Thornton, Whakatane

Addition to commercial building

Posted 5 months ago

I want to reconfigure the second floor into an apartment and change the access to it. Also to change part of the ground floor where the existing stairwell is.

Drafting Services Whakatane, Whakatane

Raised floor around Pool deck build!

Posted 1 year ago

Need plans drawen up for a raised floor /Deck (0.5m high) for a commercial operation as part of a change of use building consent application. 10mL x 2mW Indoor on concrete base, with seating on one edge 7mL x 0.7high also a 1mW ramp x 6mlong starting at the 4m point for wheel chair access.

Drafting Services Whakatane, Whakatane

Getting older!!

Posted 3 years ago

Add an ensuite to main bedroom

Drafting Services Whakatane, Whakatane

Bob's job

Posted 1 year ago

want to push the front of the house out 1.8m bring the roof out another 1,8 m to cover a deck . Currently 3 bedrooms across the front want to extend them put in a on suit in one of them and create independent access to the rooms. The front of the house is 8.7m. Wooden floor, tin hip roof . Orginally built 1940's

Renovation Design Ohope, Whakatane

House plans

Posted 1 year ago

We need plans drawn up for new house build. We have a basic plan drawn. It is a challenging block of land.

Drafting Services Whakatane, Whakatane

Draughtsman needed

Posted 4 years ago

Plans drawn for 60m2 house extension. Simple design.

Drafting Services Otakiri, Whakatane

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fortyone ARCHITECTURE

Joined May 2020

We are a Boutique Architectural Studio obsessed with bespoke residential architecture design. Simply put, were focused on intentional design crafted around your families lifestyle. All the while maximizing your properties potential. Great homes don’t just get built. They are thoughtfully designed in a collaborative way that leaves everyone involved, proud of the end result. Palmerston N...

Handy Marz

Joined July 2018

Hi, I am a German brought up in NZ with very fine attention to detail & quality. I pride myself on making every job great & giving you what you want. My scope of work is very wide & my background is in light engineering, landscaping & maintenance as well as full home renovations.

Xpress Design & Drafting

Joined January 2020

Hi, we are a cost-effective Architectural firm specializing primarily in concept design and building consent documentation. From the smallest of renovation/alteration to complex new builds including hill builds. We also provide a wholesale schedule of fees (trade rates) for ongoing working relationships. Keywords in our toolbox being: NZS 3604, New Zealand Building Code, Timber Framed and Steel F...

Five AM Design Studio

Joined February 2014

Designing bespoke residential architecture in which he can call upon a range of different design styles is what Codi finds most exciting. His passion for high spec, energy efficient homes with special focus on building science deeply shapes the way he tackles a design project. Codi strongly believes that a home should improve the lives of its occupants through the way they interact with it...

The Drawing Room

Joined November 2019

Looking for great value Architectural & Drafting work? We guarantee we'll get you your consent, or YOUR MONEY BACK! At The Drawing Room, we pride ourselves on listening to you and work with you to provide solutions to compliance that match your taste. Check out our website on how to get started, www. ...

AY

Joined January 2018

I’m very passionate about new and existing residential projects with 10 years experience in the industry. I’m skilled to take all residential projects from initial design to detailed design through to council submission. (LBP Design Licence)

Manaia design

Joined June 2012

Hi.I have been in the building industry for over 30 years .I have a combination of design and building experience producing quality design-build projects and council consent documentation.I offer a broad range of architectural services to complete your job to a high standard.I work on a variety of projects,mostly being residential and have completed building projects in Auckland and around NZ. I l...

Architeck Limited

Joined November 2018

Kia ora, We are Architeck, we love architecture in all aspects from design, developments through to construction. We would love to hear from you about your project. Please contact us today for a no obligation, free consultation of your next project. We are specialists in providing excellent, professional architectural services. We have over 14+ years experience in everything from rural n...

COFORM Architectural Design Limited

Joined July 2018

Hi, I am a 27-year old male architectural designer & draughtsman, with a Bachelor of architectural studies with a major in Interior Architecture. I have 5 years of working experience, designing low end to high-end architectural jobs. As a result of me designing your dream home, whether it is a new build, an alteration to an existing home, low end or high end; you will have an aesthetically...

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...

Woven Architects Limited

Joined October 2017

Hi, I'm a Registered Architect in Hamilton. I would love to provide you with design services for new builds or renovations. I aim to offer personalised and friendly design services. Free initial meeting and quote.

Global Partnership and Development Ltd

Joined July 2012

Global Partnership and Development Ltd The Art of House Flipping, Renovation, and Design Your Assets Matter! We, therefore, focus on durability and quality. Global Partnership and Development Ltd has supported more than 100 micro business entrepreneurs in the least developed countries. Why us? We have completed houses in Hamilton, Taupo, Tokoroa, Rotorua, Tauranga, Putaruru, Cambridge, a...

ARKI DESIGN AND DRAFTING LIMITED

Joined January 2020

We are a qualified and experienced Design and drafting team with over 10 years of experience in the residential and commercial sector. We pride ourselves with our work quality, fast turnarounds and affordability.

Task

Joined December 2010

Hello, This is our purpose and services:- Carpentry Painting Fencing Retaining Walls Concreting Vinyl Floors Carpetting Kitchen Decking and Handrails Access Ramps and Pergolas We have a great team that meets quality,time and within approved costs. We respect the needs of our customers and we are honest with all our dealings

Vision Design Architecture

Joined April 2017

Hi, Vision Design has been designing new homes all over NZ for over 10 years. We also specialise in renovations and re cladding leaky buildings. We work closely with a number of Tauranga based builders and small building companies. We pride ourselves on quality drawings at reasonable rates. Our small team thrive on working with new building systems.

Collaborative Projects Studio

Joined December 2019

We've done designs for new houses and renovations, we've worked on several public, commercial and education buildings. We can also design and build interiors and furniture. We are a small and effective team that like clear communication and professionalism without intermediary. The collaboration with our clients is the key to achieve their goals.

Click Works

Joined February 2008

Click Works is a Dunedin based company specialising in Architectural Design and Drafting work. We service clients all around NZ with current projects in Dunedin, Christchurch, Wellington, Auckland and Central Otago. From a simple renovation through to large scale residential builds, apartment blocks and light commercial - we've significant experience in all. We also provide a draughting service...

Core Civil Solutions nz Limited

Joined December 2019

Hi, we have been involved in the rebuild of Christchurch for over 7 years. We have experienced LBP builders and able to do a wide range of building works and construction. We are specialist in foundation re-level works and retaining walls, Our team are able to provide a solution that works for you. Please look at our web site for more information. ...

Archemics Design

Joined April 2019

Archemics Design is an architectural design, structural engineering and interiors studio based in Auckland. We provide design services from pre design briefing, concept design through to full building drawings and documentation and consents. We have worked on both residential and commercial projects in New Zealand that form the basis of our industry knowledge. With a design focused env...

C Wilson Building

Joined November 2017

Hi, i am a builder & have been in the trade for the last 20 years, i take pride in my work which varies from fencing/decking to bathroom renovations, house alterations & kitchen installs etc

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