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Sustainable abodes: Four inspirational New Zealand eco-home builds
These homes are a testament to honouring the environment through clever architectural design.

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This article showcases four inspirational New Zealand eco-homes that honour the environment through clever architectural design and sustainable building practices.
These builds demonstrate diverse approaches to green living, including:
- Passive House certified homes by Rafe Maclean Architects and Team Green Architects.
- An energy-efficient bach by JTB Architects using passive heating and ventilation.
- An off-grid Great Barrier House by Studio2 Architects where sustainable design is a necessity, featuring solar power and passive ventilation.
1. Honeymoon Bay Bach by JTB Architects
2. Kōwhai House by Rafe Maclean Architects
Kowhai House by Rafe Maclean Architects. Image: Simon Devitt
3. Team Green Passive House by Team Green Architects
4. Great Barrier House by Studio2 Architects
Great Barrier House by Studio2 Architects
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