PremiumPremiumPropertyHow do architects design homes when they are for themselves?Could architects say they are the 'perfect client' when they design their own new homes?03 Jan 11:00 PM
PremiumPropertyMinimalist, meek homes among national NZIA prize-winnersIt doesn't have to be flashy to win. Ingenuity and beauty in style caught judges' eyes.28 Dec 02:00 AM
PremiumPropertyContractor to be appointed to rebuild fire-hit New World Victoria ParkNew store to have a contemporary design but keep essence of previous one.11 Dec 11:39 PM
PremiumPropertyWhy Ikea's new Auckland store had to be built like a near-hospital-strength bunker01 Dec 01:21 AM
PremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: Bidders race to land $800m Christchurch prison expansion deal24 Nov 04:00 PM
Property'Delivered with heart': Award blockbuster for University of AucklandUni property boss Simon Neale called 'a catalyst for change'. He won a leadership prize.21 Nov 09:00 AM
New ZealandWaikato projects shine at national architecture awardsTwenty-nine winners were selected from 61 shortlisted projects nationwide.21 Nov 01:47 AM
PropertyNational architecture awards out: 29 prizes, 11 categoriesTwenty-nine awards in 11 categories were made at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre.20 Nov 10:00 AM
KahuRangatahi Māori take the lead in climate action seriesEach episode follows young Māori creating local solutions to global warming.18 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldTourist blamed for fire that damaged Chinese templeVideos show flames tearing through the temple's wooden roof and interior.18 Nov 03:29 AM
TravelRoute 66 reimagined: A road trip through America’s vintage heartThe 3940km route is arguably the most iconic road trip in the world.17 Nov 09:55 PM
New Zealand'Overly optimistic': Architectural designer tried to invoice for work woman didn't wantShe was caught by surprise when an invoice for $3450 arrived.17 Nov 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyResidents oppose plans for 9-level purple apartment block, The Kubrick, in wealthy Auckland suburbIt could be much worse. Plan change 120 means area zoned for 15 levels, opponents admit.11 Nov 04:00 PM
TravelHow to spend three days in Cairo before a Nile river cruiseFrom pyramids to rooftop bars, your guide to the best sights amidst Cairo's chaos.10 Nov 07:00 PM
TravelWant an authentic Parisian experience? Skip these spots for hidden gemsAfter living in Paris, one writer shares their beloved quiet spots. 07 Nov 06:57 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessChopper rides and country music: Inside Calder Stewart’s 70th birthday celebrationOne of NZ's largest industrial landowners and biggest builders has reached a milestone.07 Nov 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumRetailFaradays plans $30m luxury department store on Queen St by 2026The ambitious downtown project will transform the heritage Milne & Choyce site.06 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldWorker dies after medieval tower partly collapses in RomeThe 13th‑century Torre dei Conti was under EU‑funded restoration work.03 Nov 11:03 PM
TravelCroatia is shedding its Soviet-era shacklesThe country which lines the Adriatic is both beautiful and historic.03 Nov 06:37 PM
World'We are writing a new chapter': Egypt unveils Grand Museum at GizaThe museum houses 100,000 artefacts spanning 6000 years of history.01 Nov 10:25 PM
New Zealand'Brought back to life': Quake rebuild crowned best new home in NZDesigner Mitchell Coll rebuilt the quake-damaged villa for just over $600,000.31 Oct 10:02 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyWatch: 41 robots working inside new $90m DHL Auckland pharmaceutical warehouseTwo robot types move supplies, do physical lifting and perform boring, repetitive tasks.30 Oct 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPropertyCaniwi buys Mansons TCLM's properties for $95mBig plans for Mt Wellington property; Greenlane property is fully refurbished offices.29 Oct 11:54 PM
WorldAll six Fine Arts commissioners dismissed as Trump reshapes design agencyThe firings impact an agency that traditionally reviews Washington’s landmarks.29 Oct 04:24 AM
WorldTrump's ballroom blitz upsets old guardThe $250m project will replace the White House’s entire East Wing.24 Oct 12:39 AM
New ZealandFoundation milestone: Napier’s $110m civic precinct pours first concreteThe mix’s 50% fly ash content cuts carbon emissions by about 65%.23 Oct 10:02 PM
WorldLouvre thieves carjacked truck-mounted lift nine days before heistThe gang used a stolen 90-foot (27m) lift truck to scale the Louvre’s walls.23 Oct 09:40 PM
WorldTrump confirms he’s demolishing the White House’s entire East Wing The $522m rebuild will replace the first lady’s traditional East Wing offices.22 Oct 11:33 PM
