A renovated bungalow was a labour of love for a Westmere couple, writes Louise Richardson.

Couple's home was planned to make the most of natural heating and cooling.

Chance brought this family to their much-loved home in a neighbor friendly community.

Character home near the beach is full of charm, writes Sandra Goodwin

With a mix of art deco and arts & crafts elements, this bungalow is full of charm.

Once upon a time flooring choices were mostly old fashioned carpet or lino.

Country may be facing a slowdown in economic activity that will impact the housing market.

Restoring and planting their lifestyle block has been a passion project for this couple.

Lifestyle block in quiet community has proved a great place for rasing a big family.

Village-like suburb has matured and offers perfect place to bring up children.

Villa was renovated and extended in keeping with its vintage - but made warm.

Century-old villa comes with original features and a modern twist.

Lakeside home has been remodelled to make the most of its footprint and the views.

Soaring timber sarked ceilings are among the attractions of this apartment.

Good ventilation can make a home easier to sell.

It seems China is about to relax its rules on capital outflow.

Owners have enjoyed their 'Beverley Hills' address for almost 30 years.

Former student flat needed a lot of work to make it a comfortable family home.

Water views from everywhere enhance this deceptively spacious home, writes Sandra Goodwin

Open plan living, kitchen and dining room are the centrepiece of this home.

This was their forever home, but now this North Shore couple is heading to the country.

Showhome was moved to coastal site as a place for family to unwind, says Louise Richardson

Watch boats, birds and marine life play in your 'own back yard' from this luxury bach.

This downtown residence has hotel benefits, writes Graham Hepburn.

This winter was definitely gloomy for property sales across the country.

Paerata Rise: a new housing development on former Wesley College land near Pukekohe.

This traditional-looking bungalow has many secrets, but once inside all is revealed.

Getting to grips with how valuations work is vital when buying or selling property.

Two homes that tell the story of one extended family's move to New Zealand.

This villa was bought comprehensively renovated leaving this couple little to do.