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Read our articles about the building industry and what we have been up to at Villaworx. Building a new home or in the middle of building your dream home? Our articles have good insight and ideas from our experience in the construction industry to help you along the way.

Understanding NZ’s Healthy Homes Standards

Understanding the Healthy Homes Standard NZ: A Detailed Guide New Zealand’s Healthy Homes Standards were introduced to ensure rental properties provide safe, warm, and dry living conditions. By law, all
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How to Blend Modern and Traditional Styles in Villa Renovations

How to Blend Modern and Traditional Styles in Villa Renovations Renovating a traditional New Zealand villa provides a unique opportunity to combine the charm and character of classic architecture with
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Cladding Options in New Zealand

Cladding Options in New Zealand When building or renovating a home in New Zealand, selecting the right cladding is a crucial decision. Cladding not only defines the exterior aesthetic of
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Key Rules and Regulations of Building a House in NZ

Key Rules and Regulations of Building a House in NZ When planning to build or renovate a house in New Zealand, it’s crucial to understand the rules and regulations that
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How to Add Value to Your House

How to Add Value to Your House Are you thinking of selling, or thinking how you can future proof your most valuable asset, your house? There are numerous ways to
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Modern Ideas for House Renovations

Modern Ideas for House Renovations Are you considering renovating your home? Modernising your house can breathe new life into your space, enhancing functionality, style, and comfort. In this guide, we’ll
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Building a New Home vs Buying an Existing Home

Building a New Home vs Buying an Existing Home: Making the Right Choice for Your Kiwi Dream Are you contemplating whether to embark on the journey of building your dream
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Building Trends for 2024 in New Zealand

Building Trends for 2024 in New Zealand As the construction industry continues to evolve, staying ahead of emerging trends is essential for homeowners and builders alike. In 2024, New Zealand’s
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Top 5 Tips For Building Your New Home

Top 5 tips for building your new home 1. Figure out what your personal needs are and set a budget Discuss the non-negotiables. Prioritize what is a need and what
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How Much Does A Bathroom Renovation Cost? 2023

How much does a bathroom renovation cost? 2023 Anywhere from $10,000 to $60,000+ Bathrooms are the more complex areas of a household home improvement and generally age faster than other
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Villa Renovation Challenges

Villa Renovation Challenges Auckland Villas Auckland villas are majestic splendours and retain a certain elegance and style that separate them from other villas around the world while possessing some similar
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Auckland Building Costs: What To Expect in 2022

Auckland Building Costs: What To Expect In 2022 What does it cost to build a new home in New Zealand in 2022? We on average are building more houses but
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The Process of Building a House

The Process of Building a House The Process of Building a House The first stage in building a house starts with planning. Time spent planning here looking at the range
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Old Villa Renovation Ideas

Old Villa Renovation Ideas New Zealanders love older homes like villas and bungalows as they have charm, appeal and special characters that you ordinarily just can not buy from new. 
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Villa Style House Plans NZ

Villa Style House Plans NZ Traditional Villas Villas in New Zealand were typically built around a central corridor with rooms opening off each side. The room reserved for entertaining guests
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