The Art of the Architect - Season 1
Season 1
Episodes
Car Enthusiast
Go inside the world of fascinating creative builds with Peter Elliott, and meet an architect who has been charged with the task of executing the dream of a New Zealand family or community.
Egyptian
When Waikato couple Robin and Colleen Ratcliffe decided to have their home architecturally designed, their passion for Egypt was always going to have a significant influence.
Oriental
Having rented a home on Wellington's Oriental Parade for many years, Andrew and Sumi's dream has always been to own a home at this exclusive Wellington address.
Coming Home
Ann, an expat Kiwi, has always held a deep desire to 'come home' to New Zealand and makes plans for her dream home on a stunning site on Lake Wakatipu.
Black Estate
An award-winning city-based architect works on a property in the heart of South Island wine country - Waipara.
Otaki
Two architects must understand their client's dream and their enthusiasm for Maoritanga, to create a building that is not only workable, but shrouded in meaning for a group of three iwi.
Modernist
Justine and Daniel's bungalow is falling apart. It's too costly to repair but unsafe for their young family, can our architect find a solution for this home in a heritage-protected street?
Snake
Three Auckland architects showcase the affordable architecturally designed dream. Take a look at the bach kit and snake house, the shared bach concept and the zero energy house.
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