Put down roots where you know they'll flourish: at the base of the Waitakere ranges.

Villa transformed by its interior designer owner into a haven of light and space.

Distinctive angles, clever glazing and quirky built-in cabinetry define a mid-century gem, writes Sandra Goodwin

Penny Pawson found that her classic sun-draped home with leadlight windows inspired her to try painting for the first time, writes Donna Fleming

Series of sensational living spaces delight the family of award-winning children's author Ted Dawe, finds Louise Richardson.

A golden opportunity awaits in this sprawling, eager-to-be-transformed property, writes Graham Hepburn

Distinctive angles, clever glazing and quirky built-in cabinetry define a mid-century gem.

Series of sensational living spaces delight the family of award-winning children's author Ted Dawe.

A golden opportunity awaits in this sprawling, eager-to-be-transformed property.

Pad high above city's hum has had some famous guests, writes Ruth Claude

Once home to an order of nuns, this restored beauty now leads a far more worldly life, writes Leigh Bramwell.

An interior designer set high standards when she transformed a villa with good bones into a modern residence with good vibes, writes Donna Fleming

An interior designer set high standards when she transformed a villa with good bones into a modern residence with good vibes.

Once home to an order of nuns, this restored beauty now leads a far more worldly life.

There's space to be yourself in this warm, modern and low-maintenance home.

The ability to be 'together alone' is a great feature here.

Pad high above city's hum has had some famous guests.

The ability to be 'together alone' is a great feature here, writes Kate Williams

Prospective MP tells Ruth Claude the home has a tree house so flash you could probably live in it.

Penthouse apartment in a 1920s brick building is designed for light, space and liveability, writes Graham Hepburn.

Watch yachts come and go from a ringside seat on one of Auckland's best streets, writes Jane Loudon.

Penthouse apartment in a 1920s brick building is designed for light, space and liveability.

Seclusion co-habits easily with city sociability.

Prospective MP's home has a tree house so flash you could probably live in it.

On a clear day you can see Coromandel from this easy living home , writes Sandra Goodwin

The owners put their tradie connections to good use when rebuilding and renovating this character villa, writes Kate Williams.

Echoes of the 1910s include the original gazebo and front door with servant's bell, says Jane Loudon

On a clear day you can see Coromandel from this easy living home.

Immaculate villa in a quiet cul-de-sac surprisingly needs only a light touch.