"People want places that are all done. They don't have time to do the work themselves."

Shelly Beach Road home wouldn't be out of place in a James Bond movie.

A beginner's guide to painting and staining decks, fences and paths.

Lodge that's hosted rock stars, tycoons, athletes and diplomats on the market.

A finished home DIY or makeover project makes your house look great and you feel good.

Stunning house once belonged to renowned Kiwi inventor John Britten.

Aucklanders, Aussies and the occasional Singaporean are driving big sales in Queenstown.

Boatshed has seen a parade of Kiwi music icons pass through its green door.

Contestants take home record $2.25m in prize money.

Under-the-radar deals reveal some serious capital gains for vendors.

Kiwi TV producer and director Sally-Anne Kerr is best known for her work on Neighbours.

Expand your possibilities beyond mere measurements.

DJ and Remix founder Tim Phin making the sea change to Omaha.

Different design styles, room shapes, sizes or functions - they just look good.

Expats, locals and developers vied for sprawling family home in double grammar zone.

Auckland buyers are going hard.

From high gloss to flat, each has qualities that make it suitable for different use areas.

Cotter House hosted Rolling Stones guitarist after he underwent life-saving brain surgery.

An elegant and modern room, without having to resort to the safety of a neutral palette.

"Everyone bid aggressively on the phone - we could barely keep up with the numbers."

Biggest sale of the year one of four deals that settled over lockdown.

Grey can be one of the most stylish, versatile and hardest working colours out there.

Family of renowned motorcycle engineer announce "difficult and emotional decision".

Luxury Omaha home bought sight unseen.

You need an office space that inspires as well as encourages productivity and creativity.

Penthouse in boutique apartment block has sweeping views of the harbour.

"There have been a lot of properties selling in the $8m to $12m bracket in Remuera."

Grey Lynn townhouse is unlike any other in Auckland.

Some quick and simple ways to set your outdoor areas up for spring and summer.

Multi-million-dollar home was given an extravagant makeover by renovator Diane Foreman.