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Build & Renovate Today
In today’s New Zealand, the demand for and appreciation of architectural excellence continues to gather steam.
Be it a showcase estate, standard family home, batch or mini-build in a dense urban setting, architectural and building excellence not only sooths the senses, but in our diverse climate, impacts our quality of life.
But with so many things to consider and options to choose from – where do you begin when building, restoring or renovating your largest investment?
That place is here and it’s called Build & Renovate TODAY.
This is where to learn about products, techniques and tactics that can add to any property, be it a classic restoration, an extension or renovation, or new home build.
It’s a place to glean insights into modern home design, building techniques and the vast array of products and materials now available.
From how architects bring ideas to life and blend function and form to create contemporary living spaces, all the way through to the finishing touches that make a new home or renovation unique and ideally suited to today’s lifestyle.
Old or new, classic or contemporary, this is where to discover what works for you and your family, to create a haven befitting people living in a nation looking forward to a bright future.
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Grand Designs
Major projects that are impressive in design, build and scale, whether it's chic setting or coastal, and building a city or ambition that is looking forward to a bright future.
Hot Homes
The popularity and appreciation of award-winning architecture/design grows significantly in every year, and the desire among buyers showcases architectural and building excellence.
Sustainability
Sustainability has long moved from a trendy catch-cry to a vital requirement in modern building. The new/renovated home should be robust and exceed new standard building code standards, delivering homes that deliver environmental performance and energy efficiency.
New Homes
Insights into modern home design, building techniques and materials. New home entrants bring fresh ideas. Novel decor and fit-outs create contemporary living spaces, all the way from the triple-fold kitchen island, to the new home office, and family suited to today's lifestyle.
Exteriors
Products, techniques and tactics that can add to any property, be it classic restoration, an extension or new house build.
Rural & Lifestyle
In a large urban centre or a large piece of land, don't lose sight of your lifestyle. Insights and real-life stories, keep up with statistics, buying a rural/lifestyle property, the experience, inspiration, legal and ownership complexities, with general and financial commitments.
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Build & Renovate TODAY is published by the Academy Group – a wholly New Zealand owned and operated company.
Academy Group is a successful, entrepreneurial, family-owned business with a diverse operational portfolio.
Established in 1980, the Academy Group now has a range of companies and is recognised as an enterprising, innovative company with a proven track record.
Visit Academy GroupWe may have many businesses, but we have only one culture. This culture is based on our values and our core strengths: to achieve excellence through sound leadership and proven products, delivered by our greatest asset – passionate people.
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