Experience and a good eye for aesthetics has ensured a pleasant villa is now a gorgeous one, writes Robyn Welsh

Surrounded by a golf course, ocean and reserve, this cool architect-designed beach house is a superb entertainer, hears Leigh Bramwell

A rare chance arises to buy in one of Auckland's older, more characterful buildings, writes Donna McIntyre

Location, design and a 128-year pre-paid lease are just some of the reasons to consider this development, writes Sandra Goodwin

A two-level, streamlined beauty in a prime area features big, flexible living spaces, writes Jane Loudon

A soaring glass-dominated design over five split-levels that maximise sun and views -- this striking clifftop property captivates Bronwyn Sell

A self-contained lower level is a bonus in a character house that's big on light and flow, writes Graham Hepburn

Eye-popping harbour views and privacy season this great big steak of a property, writes Ruth Claude

The fetching 50s features of what was once a holiday bach complement the clean lines of modern style in this family abode, writes Sandra Goodwin

Couple fulfills plans to retire by seaside without sacrificing space or comfort, says Leigh Bramwell

America’s Cup yachtie is never far from the sea in this city property on the water’s edge, writes Robyn Welsh

Light, glass, steel and top-notch technology galore take this elegant and roomy weatherboard home, complete with gym and wine cellar, to a new level, discovers Graham Hepburn

Vertical green 'living' walls feature in the holistic design that makes these industrial-chic terraced houses so special, writes Ruth Claude

Even in the sky you can enjoy a little garden, writes Louise Richardson

Three car parks and water vistas add to this package, finds Donna McIntyre