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Belle of the block
This pavilion style home is all about the New Zealand lifestyle, featuring open plan living, an emphasis on natural materials, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow
Top tips for staying sane during your home build
Building a home is a big deal, but it doesn’t have to take over your life.
Top tips for planning a custom build (when you don’t know where to start)
Thinking of building your own home but feeling overwhelmed? Here are simple tips to help you prepare for a custom build with confidence.
How to choose the right section
Key factors to consider when choosing the right section for your new home.
Guide to managing build costs
Smart tips to help you stay on budget and in control during your home build.
Luxury living in Tauriko
A sleek, high-spec home offering comfort, style, and prime location in Tauriko.
Build the life you imagined
A stylish, spacious home designed for relaxed living and future flexibility.
Streamlined Sophisticated
A modern home that blends clean lines with refined, low-maintenance living.
From seaside bach to elegant estate
From a humble beachside retreat to a refined architectural statement, this home embodies timeless coastal elegance.
Living The Good Life
Experience the comfort, freedom, and connection of rural living in a thoughtfully designed home
Magic at the mount
A four-bedroom Gold-award home in Mount Maunganui by Landmark Homes showcasing sunlit open-plan living, seamless indoor-outdoor flow, and meticulous craftsmanship.
Anchored in elegance
A stunning waterfront home in Whitianga blends glass, luxury, and smart design to capture canal views and seamless indoor-outdoor living.
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Making a Mark on the World
Episode Overview
In this episode of the Trends Property Insight Series, we sit down with Jarrod Angove, General Manager of Landmark Homes North Shore and Rodney, to unpack everything you need to know about designing and building a new home in New Zealand. With over 14 years at Landmark and decades of combined experience in construction and client relationships, Jarrod is on a mission to make the home-building process transparent, enjoyable, and tailored to each client’s lifestyle.
Jarrod shares the Landmark philosophy of building “alongside” the client—a people-first approach grounded in the company’s core values of integrity and relationships. He explains how Landmark’s unique structure, long-standing franchise network, and experienced in-house teams support clients from concept to handover, removing the stress and uncertainty often associated with building.
Whether you’re looking at a ready-to-build plan, a house-and-land package, or a fully custom architectural design, Jarrod offers clear advice on how each path works, what to expect, and how to get started. He also shares why many clients are now knocking down and rebuilding on their existing site—often in suburbs they already love—instead of moving house.
Listeners will learn about:
- The differences between standard plans, design-build, and house-and-land packages
- How Landmark Homes offers fixed-price contracts and detailed specifications upfront
- Why early engagement with the right team reduces surprises and improves outcomes
- How Landmark’s in-house designer, project managers, and partnerships create a seamless, highly personalised experience
- The role of show homes and case studies in helping clients visualise their dream
From selecting finishes to navigating council consents, Jarrod breaks the build process into three manageable phases: design & pricing, working drawings & consents, and construction. He highlights how important communication is throughout each phase, and how his team’s proactive project management keeps everything on track, including regular client updates, milestone walkthroughs, and hands-on support.
Jarrod also explains the importance of partnerships with trades and suppliers, Landmark’s Master Builders guarantees, and the extensive after-care program, including a digital homeowner portal and 12-month defect warranty.
As the conversation unfolds, it becomes clear why so many Landmark clients become repeat builders—and even invite Jarrod and his team to their housewarmings. From thoughtful design to final handover, Landmark Homes delivers not just a build, but a trust-based relationship that lasts well beyond the construction timeline.
Whether you’re ready to design your dream home or just exploring your options, this episode is packed with real-world advice, heartfelt stories, and practical strategies to turn your vision into a home with confidence, clarity, and care.
Landmark Homes NZ
Landmark Homes have been building beautiful homes for over 45 years throughout NZ. Our Design & Build option and exciting Plan Collection allow us to build a dream home for every client.
Great to work alongside suppliers who share our focus on quality, innovation, and delivering a better experience for homeowners.
This month, we spoke with Dominator Doors about what is changing in garage design, from smart technology and security to finishes that enhance street appeal. Discover what is new and read more on our website. landmarkhomes.co.nz/articles/opening-the-door-to-innovation
#LandmarkHomesNZ #designandbuild #interiordesign
Our latest Auckland Showhome in Point Chevalier is opening this weekend.
Designed to challenge what’s possible on a smaller section, The Point is all about smart design, light filled spaces, and easy, modern living. It is a design that feels far bigger than its footprint, with thoughtful details throughout.
Come and visit, be inspired, and chat with the team about what’s possible for your new home.
landmarkhomes.co.nz/showhomes/the-point
#LandmarkHomesNZ #DesignAndBuild #AucklandLiving
Great to see one of our favourite builds from last year featured on Trends Ideas as a showcase project.
Set beneath the peaks of Te Mata in Hawke’s Bay, this home is a beautiful reflection of thoughtful design, craftsmanship, and the vision of the Landmark Homes Hawke’s Bay team. Take a closer look and see how it all came together: trendsideas.com/stories/framing-the-peak
#LandmarkHomesNZ #DesignAndBuild #HawkesBayLiving
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This home's dramatic gabled roofline connects with nearby Te Mata Peak – strategic orientation, soaring ceilings and clerestory windows bring the warming sun deep into the interior
A great day with our clients as they finalised their design selections with our in-house designer ✨
This home is set to be something special, with plenty of space for the lifestyle they love.
Safe to say everyone was happy with the choices… especially the youngest (and fluffiest) member of the family 🐶💛
#designandbuild #LandmarkHomes #newhome
We always appreciate hearing feedback like this from our clients. Delivering a home on time, on budget, and to a high standard is what every build should feel like. A big well done to the team for the professionalism, organisation, and care they bring to their projects.
#LandmarkHomesNZ #designandbuild #CoromandelLiving
Nice to see a Landmark Homes bathroom featured in Trends!
With bold wallpaper and a custom vanity, it is a great example of how smaller spaces can bring personality into a home. Sometimes it is the unexpected details that make the biggest impact.
#LandmarkHomesNZ #designandbuild #trendsideas
See the full feature on Trends trendsideas.com/gallery/stories/fresh-school-of-thought/1837934-raised-on-high
We always value feedback like this, especially when clients talk about transparency, communication, and feeling genuinely supported throughout their build journey.
It is a real credit to the Landmark Homes North Shore and Rodney team and the care they put into delivering a high quality home while keeping clients informed every step of the way.
#LandmarkHomesNZ #designandbuild #northshorenz
Andre and Christl always dreamed of building a home that truly reflects who they are. A place where precision, creativity, and comfort come together.
Moving to a peaceful rural town, it felt like the perfect step toward making that dream a reality.
With an engineer’s eye for detail, Andre knew their home needed to be thoughtfully designed and tailored to their lifestyle. The Landmark Homes Design and Build team worked closely with them to bring their ideas to life, from a dedicated sewing room to a perfectly lit photography space, and even a cosy spot created especially for their very small (and very special) dog.
They are excited to settle into their new community, and we are thrilled to welcome them.
#LandmarkHomesNZ #DesignAndBuild #AucklandLiving
From the elegant stone fireplace to the rattan pendants in the stairwell, every detail of this Taupō home was thoughtfully considered.
Sharalee and John worked with the Landmark Homes Taupō team to create a home that feels relaxed, elegant, and truly their own. The layout is perfect for hosting family and friends, while still feeling just right when it is only the two of them.
The result was recognised with a Gold Award in the 2025 House of the Year Awards. Take a closer look at this beautiful Design and Build project and see how Landmark can help bring your vision to life.👉 landmarkhomes.co.nz/finished-projects/living-the-lake-life
#LandmarkHomesNZ #designandbuild #TaupōLiving
Okay, okay… April Fools 😉
While we might not be building luxury dog homes (yet), we do have something exciting to share…
We’re now official Business Partners of SPCA New Zealand and look forward to working together to support animals in need. We couldn’t be more excited about this partnership and what’s to come.
Learn more about the amazing work they do here: www.spca.nz
Our latest Auckland Showhome in Point Chevalier is opening this weekend.
Designed to challenge what’s possible on a smaller section, The Point is all about smart design, light filled spaces, and easy, modern living. It is a design that feels far bigger than its footprint, with thoughtful details throughout.
Come and visit, be inspired, and chat with the team about what’s possible for your new home.
#LandmarkHomesNZ #DesignAndBuild #AucklandLiving
A great day with our clients as they finalised their design selections with our in-house designer ✨
This home is set to be something special, with plenty of space for the lifestyle they love.
Safe to say everyone was happy with the choices… especially the youngest (and fluffiest) member of the family 🐶💛
#Designandbuild #landmarkhomes #newhome
We always appreciate hearing feedback like this from our clients. Delivering a home on time, on budget, and to a high standard is what every build should feel like. A big well done to the team for the professionalism, organisation, and care they bring to their projects.
#LandmarkHomesNZ #DesignAndBuild #CoromandelLiving
Andre and Christl always dreamed of building a home that truly reflects who they are. A place where precision, creativity, and comfort come together.
Moving to a peaceful rural town, it felt like the perfect step toward making that dream a reality.
With an engineer’s eye for detail, Andre knew their home needed to be thoughtfully designed and tailored to their lifestyle. The Landmark Homes Design and Build team worked closely with them to bring their ideas to life, from a dedicated sewing room to a perfectly lit photography space, and even a cosy spot created especially for their very small (and very special) dog.
They are excited to settle into their new community, and we are thrilled to welcome them.
#LandmarkHomesNZ #DesignAndBuild #AucklandLiving
From the elegant stone fireplace to the rattan pendants in the stairwell, every detail of this Taupō home was thoughtfully considered.
Sharalee and John worked with the Landmark Homes Taupō team to create a home that feels relaxed, elegant, and truly their own. The layout is perfect for hosting family and friends, while still feeling just right when it is only the two of them.
The result was recognised with a Gold Award in the 2025 House of the Year Awards. Take a closer look at this beautiful Design and Build project and see how Landmark can help bring your vision to life.👉 https://landmarkhomes.co.nz/finished-projects/living-the-lake-life
#LandmarkHomesNZ #DesignAndBuild #TaupōLiving
While we might not be building luxury dog homes (yet), we do have something exciting to share…
We’re now official Business Partners of @spcanz and look forward to working together to support animals in need. We couldn’t be more excited about this partnership and what’s to come.
Learn more about the amazing work they do here: https://www.spca.nz
Edit: April fools 😂
Big news… 🐾
We’re expanding our Ready to Build collection in collaboration with @ctarchitecture_nz… introducing architecturally designed dog houses!
Because your four-legged family members deserve great design too. Think premium finishes, clever layouts, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow (for maximum zoomies, of course).
Launching soon 👀
A beautiful Hawke’s Bay morning for a joinery walk around.
This new home, inspired by our Kinloch Showhome design, is progressing well and making the most of those extraordinary views. Great to see another version of this popular design taking shape.
#LandmarkHomesNZ #DesignAndBuild #HawkesBayLiving
Who says your ensuite needs walls?
This master suite blurs the line between bedroom and bathroom, with raking ceilings lifting the space and tiled floors helping define each zone. A freestanding bath becomes the focal point, creating a calm, open feel that invites you to slow down and enjoy the moment.
Just one example of how the Landmark Homes Canterbury team designs spaces that make everyday living feel a little more special.
#LandmarkHomesNZ #DesignAndBuild #CanterburyLiving
“After a tough experience before Landmark, we were feeling pretty burnt. From the very first meeting, Amanda and Coralie put our minds at ease. Everything has been seamless ever since.”
Stories like this mean a lot to our team. Building a home is a big journey, and hearing that trust and confidence have been restored makes the work we do even more meaningful. A big thank you to our Christchurch team, Amanda, Coralie, and Ernie, for the care and support they bring to every build.
#LandmarkHomesNZ #DesignAndBuild #ChristchurchLiving
Great to see our Hawke’s Bay Showhome featured in the latest issue of Living Hawke’s Bay 👀
It is always exciting to see a Landmark home showcased locally and shared with the community. Pick up a copy of the magazine to take a look inside.
#LandmarkHomesNZ #DesignAndBuild #HawkesBayLiving
You don’t see it when you walk through a finished home – but this stage matters most. 🏠
Before the paint goes on at The Point Showhome in Pt Chevalier, the internal systems are locked in. Linings are installed, services are complete and insulation is in place, setting the foundation for long-term comfort and performance.
It may not be the most glamorous moment in the build, but it’s one of the most important.
#LandmarkHomesNZ #ShowHomeBuild #DesignAndBuild
