One of the main reasons many homeowners choose to build their own homes is to design a place that’s just right for them. When it comes to designing the floor plan of your dream home, there are many factors that one should consider. It is probably one of the most important choices you will make [...]
Anyone with a keen interest in the property market knows that finding a decent-sized plot of land is difficult… to say the least. Consequently, local Wellingtonians may have noticed the rise in popularity of smaller homes on narrow sections. Building on a narrow section can be difficult but, it's definitely possible with correct planning and [...]
Earlier in the month, we explored a simple guide to building your dream Wellington Home. The team at Moore Design is back with the last two steps so that you can be fully informed in the building process. Concept design The concept design stage is where your vision starts to come alive. With the aid [...]
Been daydreaming about building your own dream home? Does the enormity of a new build scare you and set you back in your tracks? It’s normal to feel both excited and scared about building your dream home. That’s why the team at Moore Design has created this simple guide to give you a clear indication [...]
Globally, last year we spent a lot of time in our homes. Unfortunately for a lot of the world that will remain the case for 2021 too. Here in New Zealand though, we have the luxury to get out and about in our beautiful country thanks to the low levels of Coronavirus. But, all the [...]
Architecture trends are constantly evolving. We see trends come in and go out, sometimes quicker than we can keep up. These ever-changing trends are influenced by a number of factors, such as societal progression, new needs that are met by design, and new innovations that hit the market Just like any year, this year we [...]
It's official, summer is finally here! New Zealand families across the nation will be gearing up for a summer full of barbecuing, outdoor water fights, and patio outdoor dining. Summer is also the time where homeowners pay more attention to their exteriors, as they look for ways to make their outdoor living more enjoyable and [...]
Last week we gave you four home renovation tips to keep in mind when renovating your Wellington home. We’re back now to give you the last four tips that will get you prepared for your Kiwi reno summer. Let’s kick it off with... budgets. 5: Setting budgets Budgets can be daunting, and unless you have [...]
With the year nearly drawing to an end, we know that many Kiwis will be gearing up for a Kiwi reno summer. Whether your plan is to attack the spare bedroom, remodel your bathroom, or install a new kitchen, the team at Moore Design have you covered. Here’s our list of 8 home renovation tips [...]
What’s the place we spend almost every day in but when building or renovating we commonly forget? It’s our laundry. Unfortunately many-a-times the laundry is a mere afterthought as most of the attention goes to kitchens, bathrooms, and bedrooms. Over the years, Moore Design draughtsmen have designed many laundries. So, we’ve picked up a few [...]