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When building a new home in New Zealand, you need to deal with a builder that understands the uniqueness of our beautiful terrain, stunning scenery and of course our climate.

To help you to become as informed as possible about your journey, and of course to keep up with the latest in our network and the building industry, we’ve developed a quiet place for you to enjoy perusing articles we’ve published. These touch on the latest in design advice, innovation and inspiration, building tips and advice, and of course some case studies which we hope will get you excited about your home building journey with David Reid Homes… so pull up a chair, grab a coffee and enjoy!

20 Jul 2023

This is your sign to move to Canterbury

Sick of your commute or just need a change of scenery? Perhaps the property market isn’t working out for you where you are now and you’re on the hunt for greener pastures. We’ve had a number of enquiries come through to our Canterbury team recently from people considering making the move from another city, and we can’t say we’re surprised.
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16 Jun 2023

New build homes as investment: why it's a smart choice

There are so many options out there for investment that it can feel overwhelming to make a choice. But there’s one choice that stands out as an incredibly popular one for New Zealanders: Property investment.
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25 May 2023

Home Colour Trends of 2023

Striking the balance with colours that will add interest but maintain calm in your space is key. Let's explore the top home colour trends we’ve seen coming through this year that will elevate your living spaces.
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15 May 2023

Wiser Smart Home | The future of New Zealand Homes

As technology continues to advance, it has become more integrated into our daily lives, and our homes are no exception. At David Reid Homes, we like to be ahead of the curve so we source innovative products from leading suppliers. One of these products is the Wiser Smart Home System by PDL by Schneider Electric.
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26 Apr 2023

Tile Trends 2023 | Our top picks

Whether you're looking for bathroom tiles, kitchen tiles or beyond, one thing is certain: tiles are a versatile and hard-wearing surface for any room in the house. We've had the privilege of seeing and building many beautiful bathrooms over the years, so we know the key tile trends for 2023 like the back of our hand.
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24 Apr 2023

Experience the new in Kinloch, Taupo

In this month's "We Love New" testimonial, we join Kasey and Sindre, who built their new family home with David Reid Homes overlooking beautiful Lake Taupō.
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28 Mar 2023

Experience the new in Jack's Point, Queenstown

Introducing this month’s We Love New testimonial: Neil and Fleur, who are based in the beautiful area of Jack's Point, Queenstown.
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08 Mar 2023

Award-winning double pavilion home in Waimate

This award-winning double pavilion home in Waimate, South Canterbury, is a stunning example of contemporary design and rural charm built by Aaron and Nikki MacKay and the team at David Reid Homes Waitaki and South Canterbury. It boasts a sleek modern design that seamlessly blends with its rural surroundings, creating a unique, inviting, stylish, practical space.
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17 Feb 2023

Experience the new in Waitarere Beach

In this month's "We Love New" testimonial, we speak to Tony and Janie, whose stunning new architecturally designed home has captured their hearts.
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10 Feb 2023

Experience the new in Taupo

In this month's "We Love New" testimonial, we join Judy and Alan, who built their new 218 sqm house with David Reid Homes on the edge of Lake Taupo.
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