This family home has been carefully modernised to be sympathetic to its original design, writes Jane Loudon

Stroll down a private staircase to a near-deserted beach, or let the sea views wow you from the deck and through double-height floor-to-ceiling windows in this spacious seaside pad, writes Bronwyn Sell

Light and passion helped create this multi-level house and its great indoor-outdoor flow, writes Robyn Welsh

More than 4ha of park-like grounds and a warm, spacious home create an enticing haven, says Donna McIntyre

New listing activity has started to pick up but unless there are far more than we saw last year then supply is likely to remain less than demand.

The word is that because there is so little to choose from when it comes to finding a property, the mindset among many wannabe movers seems to be “there’s no point selling because there’s nothing to buy”.

Step out of this deluxe apartment to a world of yachts, harbourside strolls and eateries, writes Robyn Welsh

This Nantucket-inspired house will charm you with its timeless heritage feel, writes Donna Fleming

Creative pair could not believe they'd found the perfect house ... bay villa, double garage -- and a river runs by it, writes Robyn Welsh

PIHA Streamlined living spaces blend effortlessly with the robust sensibility of a Kiwi bach, discovers Kate Williams

A spacious interior, courtesy of a high stud and open layout, also gives this pad the edge, finds Donna McIntyre

Poised on the cliff, this pristine property's panoramic views will captivate and inspire, writes Robyn Welsh

Commute, enjoy a blissful retirement, or escape town for wild winters and fun-filled summers, says Donna McIntyre

A sleek and thoughtfully practical renovation makes for a restful and elegant city fringe home, writes Kate Williams

Handsomely Scandinavian, this neatly crafted eyrie commands an amazing outlook. As Jane Loudon notes, the interior's golden timbers invite you in

Floor-to-ceiling glass, polished block and steel accentuate minimalist design principles and maximise ocean views in this striking cliff-top property, writes Leigh Bramwell

This elegant, carefully restored villa is ideal for formal entertaining as well as being a lovely family home, writes Donna Fleming