Contemporary black and white kitchen with dark-stained American oak and white lacquer
Modern kitchen in contemporary beach house features white lacquered island with waterfall sides, dark American oak cabinets, marble splashback
Desert romance
Sandy tones, soft curves and repeated interior design elements add to the character of this contemporary, centrally set family kitchen
Choosing the Right Kitchen Sink for Your Lifestyle
Your kitchen sink and tapware should go beyond aesthetics to reflect your daily habits combining smart materials, practical design, and stylish features to create a functional and elegant centrepiece.
The Prep Zone Powerhouse, Sinks That Streamline the Cooking Flow
Optimising the prep area around your sink can lift your entire kitchen experience
Family First, Kitchen Sinks That Keep Up With Busy Homes
From morning rush to evening clean-up, the right sink can take the pressure off family living
Statement Sinks, When the Kitchen Centrepiece Isn’t the Island
The right sink can become the focal point of your kitchen, combining bold design with everyday purpose
Small Space, Big Impact, Sink Solutions for Compact Kitchens
Even the tiniest kitchen deserves a sink that delivers on both function and style
Function Meets Form: Choosing the Right Kitchen Sink for Your Lifestyle
Modern sinks do more than hold water, they enhance your kitchen's flow, hygiene, and design
Industrial edge
Dark and moody with an industrial level extractor in the mix, this kitchen creates a thoroughly modern workspace within a classic villa
In the limelight
This high-ceilinged kitchen looks out on dining, living, a central courtyard and side garden – and occupants of these spaces enjoy looking back
Farmhouse vibes and city views
This kitchen and adjacent living areas re-imagine the open, friendly and casual pleasure in farmhouse living – sharing time & home cooked food
Throwing out the rule book
An innovative positioning of wood-crafted cabinetry and islands optimises flow, preserves existing elements and creates kitchen privacy
Designer Mic De Giulio developed a special translucent paint to apply over a plain sawn white oak for cabinetry throughout this kitchen, allowing the grain to come through and creating a texture to the finish. He also used random width planks for the doors rather than plain, solid veneer. So that adds texture as well.
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Altus Window Systems
Altus is a leading New Zealand manufacturer and exporter of innovative designs in aluminium extrusions and extrusion-based building systems.
Altus is an award winning leader of the Aluminium extrusion and rolled product market. We specialise in design, manufacture, import and export of extrusion and rolled product, and distribute to both local and International markets.
We’re experts in creating solutions to integrate and partner with our customers across a wide range of sectors; marine, transport, architectural systems, window and door fabrication, mechanical engineering and agricultural industries.
Askö
Furniture designed for life. Ethically made dining and living furniture and accessories by international and New Zealand designers where refined elegance meets sleek, contemporary form. Explore our extensive range of designer furniture via our Christchurch showroom or browse online.
Box™.
Box isn’t like other New Zealand architecture firms; we’re a building design company responsible for every part of the process, from design to construction. If you’re looking for a team of designers or builders in Auckland, we can help.
The best architects know what it means to design both beautifully and practically, ensuring the best builders can, in turn, build more efficiently and collaboratively with you and the designer or architect.
Our consistent and attentive involvement of each team throughout the entire design-build process includes our in-house cost estimation team, who value-engineer projects to ensure the highest quality and value, while respecting your vision as our client.
Frontier Pools
We specialise in bespoke concrete swimming pool design and construction.
From infinity-edge showpieces to compact plunge pools in tight city spaces, we create concrete pools in any shape, size, or finish. The possibilities are endless and the quality is uncompromising.
With an expert in-house team, we manage every step, from concept to completion, delivering high-quality pools tailored to your space, style, and lifestyle.
Kitchen Studio
At Kitchen Studio we are very proud of the fact that we are been voted the most trusted kitchen brand in New Zealand for the ninth year running, and there are good reasons why more Kiwis trust us to transform their kitchen than anyone else.
Landmark Homes
Founding directors Paul and Debbie Clarke established Landmark Homes in 1977. Their vision was to offer “something more exciting” than the average home: a home that made creative use of space but was also beautiful to live in.
Mastercraft Kitchens
Founded in 1985, we are the largest group of independently owned and operated kitchen businesses in New Zealand, operating under a national banner. Our licensees have been carefully selected and are experts in their craft. We share an absolute passion for the design, manufacture and installation of high quality, well designed kitchens and other household cabinetry provided with personalised, friendly local service. Think national - be local.
Plumbing World
Plumbing World is New Zealand’s most prominent 100% Kiwi-owned national plumbing merchant, operating over 50 branches from Kerikeri to Invercargill. Plumbing World offers a wide range of bathroom, kitchen, laundry, heating, and hot water products, catering to trade professionals and homeowners.
Poggenpohl
Poggenpohl is a premium German kitchen brand known for its innovation, timeless design, and precision craftsmanship, offering bespoke kitchen solutions that blend luxury with functionality.
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Askö
Furniture designed for life. Ethically made dining and living furniture and accessories by international and New Zealand designers where refined elegance meets sleek, contemporary form. Explore our extensive range of designer furniture via our Christchurch showroom or browse online.
Plumbing World
Plumbing World is New Zealand’s most prominent 100% Kiwi-owned national plumbing merchant, operating over 50 branches from Kerikeri to Invercargill. Plumbing World offers a wide range of bathroom, kitchen, laundry, heating, and hot water products, catering to trade professionals and homeowners.
Landmark Homes
Founding directors Paul and Debbie Clarke established Landmark Homes in 1977. Their vision was to offer “something more exciting” than the average home: a home that made creative use of space but was also beautiful to live in.
Poggenpohl
Poggenpohl is a premium German kitchen brand known for its innovation, timeless design, and precision craftsmanship, offering bespoke kitchen solutions that blend luxury with functionality.
Mastercraft Kitchens
Founded in 1985, we are the largest group of independently owned and operated kitchen businesses in New Zealand, operating under a national banner. Our licensees have been carefully selected and are experts in their craft. We share an absolute passion for the design, manufacture and installation of high quality, well designed kitchens and other household cabinetry provided with personalised, friendly local service. Think national - be local.
Kitchen Studio
At Kitchen Studio we are very proud of the fact that we are been voted the most trusted kitchen brand in New Zealand for the ninth year running, and there are good reasons why more Kiwis trust us to transform their kitchen than anyone else.
Box™.
Box isn’t like other New Zealand architecture firms; we’re a building design company responsible for every part of the process, from design to construction. If you’re looking for a team of designers or builders in Auckland, we can help.
The best architects know what it means to design both beautifully and practically, ensuring the best builders can, in turn, build more efficiently and collaboratively with you and the designer or architect.
Our consistent and attentive involvement of each team throughout the entire design-build process includes our in-house cost estimation team, who value-engineer projects to ensure the highest quality and value, while respecting your vision as our client.
Frontier Pools
We specialise in bespoke concrete swimming pool design and construction.
From infinity-edge showpieces to compact plunge pools in tight city spaces, we create concrete pools in any shape, size, or finish. The possibilities are endless and the quality is uncompromising.
With an expert in-house team, we manage every step, from concept to completion, delivering high-quality pools tailored to your space, style, and lifestyle.
Altus Window Systems
Altus is a leading New Zealand manufacturer and exporter of innovative designs in aluminium extrusions and extrusion-based building systems.
Altus is an award winning leader of the Aluminium extrusion and rolled product market. We specialise in design, manufacture, import and export of extrusion and rolled product, and distribute to both local and International markets.
We’re experts in creating solutions to integrate and partner with our customers across a wide range of sectors; marine, transport, architectural systems, window and door fabrication, mechanical engineering and agricultural industries.
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Honouring the architecture
With monochromatic grey cabinetry at differing heights, simple forms and natural materials, this kitchen reflects on the home's original individualistic architecture
Bridging past and present
A bold use of colour and a curated material palette provide powerful harmonising elements in the design of this airy family kitchen within a classic heritage villa
Clear Benchtops, Calm Mornings: Appliance Storage Zones
Clear your benchtops and reclaim your space with smart appliance storage zones that balance function and aesthetics.
Modern and cohesive
Simplifying the initial design concept and a close attention to material connections give this kitchen a flowing, expansive feel – the result is a heart-of-the-home workspace that's both functional and stylish
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Welcome home
Light-filled kitchen pairs pressed-tin charm with tailored storage so everyday cooking and entertaining flow easily to dining and outdoors.
Olive loves oak
Oak cabinetry, deep-green tiled splashback, and a new walk-around island turn a quirky U-shaped kitchen into a seamless open-plan social hub.
Botanica Kitchen
The original kitchen felt dated and enclosed. The curved island and overhead bulkhead contributed to a sense of heaviness in the space, and the bulky fridge obstructed the main walkway.
Restful retreat
Contemporary design meets classic accents in this generous four pavilion home with pool – each design decision was crafted to further tranquillity and a restful atmosphere
Designer Mic De Giulio developed a special translucent paint to apply over a plain sawn white oak for cabinetry throughout this kitchen, allowing the grain to come through and creating a texture to the finish. He also used random width planks for the doors rather than plain, solid veneer. So that adds texture as well.