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When building a new home in New Zealand, you need to deal with a builder that understands the uniqueness of our beautiful terrain, stunning scenery and of course our climate.

To help you to become as informed as possible about your journey, and of course to keep up with the latest in our network and the building industry, we’ve developed a quiet place for you to enjoy perusing articles we’ve published. These touch on the latest in design advice, innovation and inspiration, building tips and advice, and of course some case studies which we hope will get you excited about your home building journey with David Reid Homes… so pull up a chair, grab a coffee and enjoy!

  1. Dulux 2017 Colour Trends

    Dulux 2017 Colour Trends

    The colour scheme selected for a home can be one of the biggest decisions there is to make when it comes to building, renovating, and redecorating. Dulux has put together four key colour themes, motivated by a desire to combat the modern challenges faced in the digital world we live in.
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  2. Should you buy or build a new home?

    Should you buy or build a new home?

    If you are looking at buying a house, whether it is your first home or your fourth, you may be wondering whether you should buy an existing house or build a brand new one. In this article, we look at the pros and cons of buying vs building.
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  3. East to East to the Small Screen

    East to East to the Small Screen

    When a Christchurch filmmaker saw on her Facebook newsfeed that a group of teenagers would be taking part in the iconic Coast to Coast, she saw an opportunity. David Reid Homes helped her get the documentary to New Zealand TV screens.
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  4. Bathroom Trends for 2017

    Bathroom Trends for 2017

    The bathroom can be one of the most luxurious and relaxing spaces in the home. The key to creating the perfect oasis lies in striking the balance between colours, textures and lighting.
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  6. David Reid Homes Wellington Display Home

    David Reid Homes Wellington Display Home

    A collaboration of top class designers and builders have produced a home not to be missed in Wellington’s Churton Park. David Reid Homes Wellington's latest display home is opening to the public this Sunday, for a limited time.
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  7. Selecting a Home from the Plan

    Selecting a Home from the Plan

    Options can be endless when it comes to building a home, but it doesn't have to be difficult. With David Reid Homes, creating your dream home can be as simple or complex as you'd like it to be.
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  8. Home of the Week: Southland Farmhouse

    Home of the Week: Southland Farmhouse

    Traditional Kiwi farmhouses were not necessarily known for their good design or creature comforts. Often old, cold and draughty, farmhouses just came with the farm and families made do with them as they were. The owners of this Southland home wanted a modern home, which still had elements of a traditional farmhouse.
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  9. Knock Down and Rebuild

    Knock Down and Rebuild

    Imagine living in a new home, built exactly the way you want it, designed to suit your lifestyle but still in the neighbourhood you love. Choices don't have to be limited to renovating or moving and starting again; with David Reid Homes you can stay in the neighbourhood you love, and have a brand new home.
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