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Custom Home Builds: Understanding the Costs Involved

In New Zealand, there are many different pathways to owning your own custom house build. Some homeowners invest in prefabricated builds, which can cost up to $20,000 depending on the distance these homes need to be transported, and others may consider a house and land package, which includes the purchase of land and a house […]

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Are Turnkey Homes Typically Furnished?

When it comes to turnkey homes, the question often on homeowners’ lips is whether turnkey means finished. The answer is, well, no – but that doesn’t mean a turnkey home is totally empty or unhabitable!  Let us at DW Homes, as New Zealand’s home building experts, explain. What is a turnkey home? A ‘turnkey’ home […]

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Crafting Your Vision: The Advantages of Design & Build Homes

Crafting your vision from the ground up is an attractive prospect for any homeowner who desires a property that’s truly theirs. There are many advantages of Design and Build homes that go beyond their potential for wholly personalised design features. Find out more about these many advantages with the help of our expert knowledge at DW […]

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Essential Tips for Beginning Your Home Design Journey

Confused about where to start when it comes to beginning your home design journey?  Don’t worry! At DW Homes, not only do we know everything there is about how to build a house in NZ, we are thoroughly involved in the design process too. Follow the essential tips we outline below, and discover that beginning […]

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The Home Building Process: A Step-by-Step Guide For Kiwis

Are you wondering how to build a house in NZ? Don’t worry, DW Homes has got you covered with the following guide. So, here are the key steps that you need to know: Before you can even begin building your dream home, you will first need land to build on. Finding the right plot of […]

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How To Choose A Custom Home Builder To Bring Your Dreams To Life

Are you looking to bring your dream home to life? If so, then you have come to the right place. Here at DW Homes, we are expert builders who can take your vision and turn it into a reality. In fact, one of the key aspects when looking to build a home is having the […]

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From Concept to Keys: The Journey Of A Turnkey Home

Are you planning on purchasing a home in the near future, but unsure of the best approach to securing your home? This is where DW Homes and our collection of turnkey homes come in.  However, you might be wondering what the term ‘turnkey’ even means. Don’t worry, in this blog, we’ll explore everything that you […]

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Elevate Your New Home Design with Exquisite Tapware: A Complete Guide

In the realm of interior design, every element plays a pivotal role in shaping the overall aesthetics and functionality of a space. While often overlooked, tapware—the taps…

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Choosing the Right External Cladding for Your Aesthetic

Selecting the ideal material for external cladding is a significant decision in the construction of a new build home.  Among the myriad options available, Cemintel and Cedar stand…

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Choosing the Right Carpet: Wool vs. Solution-Dyed Nylon

When it comes to selecting the perfect carpet for your home, the material you choose plays a significant role in both the comfort and longevity of your flooring…

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What Is A House & Land Package? & Other Common Questions

What does house and land package mean? This is a question that will often come up in many new homebuyers’ minds, especially when shopping around for a new home. If you are looking for the answer to this question, then you have come to the right place. In this blog, we will explore what you […]

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Turnkey Homes 101: What Are They & How Do They Work?

If you’re unable to finance a new-build home without a mortgage, you can facilitate this funding process by providing the bank with confidence regarding the project’s anticipated costs.

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Want To Build Your Dream Home in Auckland? Here’s How

If you’ve bought land in the Auckland region and find that homes on the local property market don’t quite meet your specific requirements, you might consider learning what’s involved in building your own bespoke home.

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