Grand Designs New Zealand - Season 9
Season 9
Episodes
Waiheke Wonder
Plans for an elegant "empty nest" home on Waiheke Island are swamped by a sea of mud and a tsunami of rising construction costs.
Lake Ōhau
A cherished family holiday home at Lake Ōhau is rebuilt after destruction and near-death experience.
Concrete Californian
A concrete, steel and glass citadel above a popular Auckland beach combines austere functionality with luxury living.
Waikanae Rammed Earth
The dream of a sustainable rammed earth house at Waikanae risks crumbling in the face of building delays and steadily rising costs.
Lake Tahoe
Tennis Court
An old tennis court in Paraparaumu is set to become a couple's new family home but the project lobs up a series of backhanders.
Loburn Lifestyle
A couple with peaceful retirement in mind, plan a rustic retreat in North Canterbury inspired by a Stealth Bomber fighter.
Whanganui Mid-Century
A rambunctious retired bricklayer builds one final house, for himself and his ever-patient wife on their farm near Whanganui.
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