Dawn of the Design Age - Dulux Colour Forecast 2016
A closer look at Dulux's highly anticipated 2016 Colour Forecast.
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design and advice
When building a 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!
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2016 Bathroom Trends
Whether you’re updating your bathroom or building a new home and looking for some inspiration, you’ll need some advice from the experts.Read this article -
Creating Outdoor Areas To Love
Tim Sunderland from David Reid Homes Wellington Region knows better than most about the importance of creating outdoor areas that can be used whatever the weather.Read this article -
Building in Rural Areas
Building a home in the country is a dream many of us aspire to; clean air to breathe, a more peaceful way of living and ample options for the size and position of your new home.Read this article -
Kitchen Design Tips for the Budget Conscious - Plus Latest Trends
Palazzo Kitchens and Appliances Senior Design Consultant Monique Enoka chats about some of the latest trends and some handy tips for designing kitchens on a budget.Read this article -
Give your home a spring makeover
Keeping the interior and exterior of your home in good nick reduces the need for repairs, helps to give it a longer life span, improves its value and makes it a smarter place to live.Read this article -
Get Fired Up
Considering installing a fire or updating your current fire or heating situation? Jason Hague-Smith from Wellington Fireplace draws on 24 years of experience to weigh up the options and dispense some advice for choosing the right heating solution for your home.Read this article -
Building Homes For The Future
Sustainable construction is the future of the building industry. As proud Kiwis, David Reid Homes is committed to incorporating thermally efficient features to minimise the impact we have on the environment.Read this article -
Kitchen Design Tips
Over the past decade kitchens have made a comeback and now play a starring role in the modern home. Open plan kitchens that flow into the dining and living and alfresco areas are becoming the norm. David Reid Homes Nelson/Tasman/Marlborough owner Paul Richards has been in the trade for 34 years, and when he first started out, kitchens were not given much consideration at all.Read this article -
Storing Wine At Home
Any wine enthusiast worth their salt will have a stash of wine in their spare bedroom wardrobe, dreaming of an underground cellar to store their collection in.Read this article