Homely as it gets
Homely as it gets
Rather than "bolt a solar power station'' on their existing house, an Otago couple decided to start from scratch and build a passive house, Kim Dungey reports.
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Modest requirements generously met
Modest requirements generously met
Author Lynley Hood opens the doors of her modern, light-filled home to Kim Dungey.
From ammunition to cosy transition
From ammunition to cosy transition
This building was never designed to be lived in. Its conversion to a home is the result of one man’s vision and drive, as well as months of back-breaking work. Kim Dungey reports.
A warm welcome
A warm welcome
A certified passive house, this Dunedin home stays at a comfortable temperature year-round while needing very little energy to operate. Kim Dungey reports.
Rescuing a 'sad' rental
Rescuing a 'sad' rental
A rundown rental gets a new lease on life. Kim Dungey reports.
Best of 2019: Queen of the castle
Best of 2019: Queen of the castle
Dot and Neil Smith's castle boasts towers, a moat and even a dungeon.
On a grand scale
On a grand scale
One of Dunedin's most attractive stately homes has new owners. Kim Dungey reports.
Eclectic elegance
Eclectic elegance
A Dunedin house built more than 120 years ago is a treasure trove of historic items and details. Kim Dungey reports.
The long road back
The long road back
In January 2008, a freak car crash in the Dunedin suburb of St Kilda left one boy dead and another seriously injured. Survivor Harrison Kemp talks to Kim Dungey.
At home in its setting
At home in its setting
Great holidays start here, Kim Dungey reports.
The best of both worlds
The best of both worlds
An extensive renovation has made a big difference to the feel and function of this historic family home. Kim Dungey reports.
Beauty on a budget
Beauty on a budget
This modest new build proves that less is more. Kim Dungey reports.
In harmony with the land
In harmony with the land
An augmented cottage above Blueskin Bay stands as testament to a determined DIY ethic, writes Kim Dungey.
Space and textures in large Outram home
Space and textures in large Outram home
This stylish and practical home was the perfect fit for a young Outram family. Kim Dungey reports.
Modern mountain makeover
Modern mountain makeover
A small chalet-style house gets a modern makeover. Kim Dungey reports.
Living tiny and living well
Living tiny, living well
Imagine living in an area smaller than an accessible parking space. Kim Dungey talks to a couple who are enjoying the experience.
Lens on 1860s Dunedin
Lens on 1860s Dunedin
Henry Frith’s photos from 150 years ago show a very different Dunedin to today. Kim Dungey reports.
Right spot, right time
Right spot, right time
Creating this unconventional holiday home was a team effort involving family and friends. Kim Dungey reports.
Site constraints breed creativity
Site constraints breed creativity
A cross-shaped house on a steep section in St Clair is the answer to the homeowners’ prayers. Kim Dungey reports.
Ageing Dunedin gem returned to splendour
Ageing Dunedin gem returned to splendour
Transforming a century-old brick building into modern accommodation has been a mammoth undertaking for a couple who studied in Dunedin in the 1980s. Kim Dungey reports.