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Living and natural pools are rising in popularity in New Zealand. Here's why.

We spoke to landscape architect Alex Traut of Natural Pools NZ

1 February 2024

1 February 2024

A living pool, which uses natural processes to filter water than chlorine

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Front view of the home with the architectural features including the steel portal frames.

For Andrew Watson of Christchurch’s AW Architects, this house was meant to be

A Christchurch architect’s modest retreat transforms into a thoughtful, flexible family home shaped by love and design.

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Modernist glass house for architect’s family still ultra cool nearly 20 years on

Architect-designed Remuera glass house blends Modernist design with nature and harbour views.

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