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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, notable for their setting or context, and befitting a city of ambition that is looking forward to a bright future.

Hot Homes

The popularity and appreciation of award-winning architecture has grown significantly in recent years and these stunning homes showcase architectural and building excellence.

Sustainabilty

Sustainability has long moved from a trendy catch-cry to a vital component in modern building. This encompasses the design and materials used to exceed standard building code standards, delivering homes that deliver environmental performance and energy efficiency.

New Homes

Insights into modern home design, building techniques and materials. From how architects bring ideas to life, blend function and form to create contemporary living spaces, all the way through to the finishing touches that make a new homes unique and ideally suited to today’s lifestyle.

Exteriors

Products, techniques and tactics that can add to any property, be it a classic restoration, an extension or new home build.

Rural & Lifestyle

Be it a large urban section or a larger piece of rural land, there’s a wide range of options available to anyone living on, or considering buying a rural or lifestyle property. It is important to weigh up your needs, wants, experience, long-term goals and financial commitments.

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The Academy Group

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.

We 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.

With its head office in Christchurch, an office in Auckland, cyber sales teams throughout New Zealand and Australia, and offices in both Melbourne and the Gold Coast, Academy Group is well equipped and well informed locally, regionally and nationally.
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