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\nThis beachfront P\u0101p\u0101moa home built by Calley Homes was named Supreme House of the Year at the Master Builders 2026 Bay of Plenty and Central Plateau House of the Year Awards. Photo \/ Supplied<\/p>\n
A beachfront P\u0101p\u0101moa home built by a local building company has been crowned the Bay of Plenty and Central Plateau\u2019s supreme house of 2026.<\/p>\n
Mount Maunganui-based architectural builders Calley Homes won Supreme House of the Year at the 2026 Bay of Plenty and Central Plateau House of the Year Awards held in Rotorua on Saturday night.<\/p>\n
It was also awarded the Mitre 10 Trade Craftsmanship Award, won the New Home over $4 million category, and the Renovation over $2m category for a Mount Maunganui home.<\/p>\n
More than 200 homes were entered into the regional Master Builders House of the Year Awards.<\/p>\n
One hundred homes proceed to a round of national judging for the National House of the Year awards in November.<\/p>\n
The judges celebrated the P\u0101p\u0101moa residence for transforming a challenging coastal site into an exceptional place to live.<\/p>\n
\nThis beachfront P\u0101p\u0101moa home built by Calley Homes was named Supreme House of the Year at the Master Builders 2026 Bay of Plenty and Central Plateau House of the Year Awards. Photo \/ Supplied<\/p>\n
In a statement, the judges said: \u201cThree carefully composed building forms create a sequence of light-filled indoor and outdoor spaces that respond beautifully to the surrounding dunes, while a striking glazed atrium delivers a memorable sense of arrival and sets the tone for the home beyond\u201d.<\/p>\n
\u201cDespite its impressive scale, the home sits effortlessly within the landscape, with a restrained palette of natural materials and thoughtful planting softening the connection between architecture and environment.<\/p>\n
\u201cAround a sheltered central courtyard, spaces have been carefully arranged to balance lively entertaining with quiet retreat, while exceptional craftsmanship and technical skill are evident in every detail. The result is a home that achieves a complete, cohesive vision, making it a deserving recipient of the Supreme Award.\u201d<\/p>\n
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\nCalley Homes was also awarded the Mitre 10 Trade Craftsmanship Award at the Master Builders 2026 Bay of Plenty and Central Plateau House of the Year Awards. Photo \/ Supplied<\/p>\n
The statement said the Mitre 10 Trade Craftsmanship Award was awarded to Calley Homes for \u201ccraftsmanship, precision, and the dedication of a highly skilled construction team\u201d.<\/p>\n
\u201cDelivered within a demanding construction programme, the project called for exceptional collaboration and creative problem-solving to bring its ambitious design to life.\u201d<\/p>\n
Waih\u012b Beach\u2019s Reside Construction was awarded the Supreme Renovation of the Year Award and the Renovation $1m to $2m category for a Waih\u012b Beach home.<\/p>\n
The judges\u2019 comments said: \u201cRespecting the past while embracing the future, this exceptional renovation breathes new life into a cherished New Zealand bach without losing the character that made it special\u201c.<\/p>\n
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\nReside Construction was awarded Supreme Renovation of the Year for a Waihi Beach home. Photo \/ Supplied<\/p>\n
Master Builders chief executive Ankit Sharma said House of the Year was about more than recognising New Zealand\u2019s top homes.<\/p>\n
\u201cThey celebrate the teams behind them, the trust between homeowners and builders, and the craftsmanship and innovation that go into delivering standout builds.\u201d<\/p>\n
The House of the Year awards were proudly supported by Altus Window Systems, Bunnings Trade, GIB, Master Build 10-Year Guarantee, Mitre 10 Trade, PDL by Schneider Electric, Plumbing World, Resene, and APL Window Solutions.<\/p>\n
Summary of awards<\/p>\n
Supreme House of the Year – Calley Homes<\/p>\n
Supreme Renovation of the Year – Reside Construction<\/p>\n
Mitre 10 Trade Craftsmanship Award – Calley Homes<\/p>\n
Regional Special Award – Beck Building<\/p>\n
Gerrand Flooring Interior Design Award – Beck Building<\/p>\n
PDL by Schneider Electric Smart Home Award – Edinbridge Resources<\/p>\n
Environmental and Sustainable Excellence Award – Edinbridge Resources<\/p>\n
Outdoor Living Excellence Award – Insight Carpentry<\/p>\n
Kitchen Excellence Award – Beck Building<\/p>\n
Plumbing World Bathroom Excellence Award – Beck Building<\/p>\n
New Home over $4 million – Calley Homes<\/p>\n
Resene New Home $2 million to $4 million – Urbo Homes<\/p>\n
Bunnings New Home $1 million to $1.5 million – Urbo Homes<\/p>\n
Altus Window Systems New Home $750,000 to $1 million – Versatile Tauranga<\/p>\n
GIB Show Home – Design Builders<\/p>\n
Renovation over $2 million – Calley Homes<\/p>\n
Renovation $1 million to $2 million – Reside Construction<\/p>\n
Renovation $500,000 to $1 million – Diack Homes<\/p>\n
Gold award:<\/p>\n
Calley Homes<\/p>\n
Reside Construction<\/p>\n
Beck Building<\/p>\n
Edinbridge Resources<\/p>\n
Insight Carpentry<\/p>\n
Keam Construction<\/p>\n
Diack Homes<\/p>\n
Calley Homes<\/p>\n
Design Builders<\/p>\n
Penny Homes<\/p>\n
Landmark Homes Taupo<\/p>\n
Versatile Tauranga<\/p>\n
Urbo Homes<\/p>\n
Landmark Homes Taupo<\/p>\n
JBH Building<\/p>\n
Urbo Homes<\/p>\n
Macro Construction<\/p>\n
Edinbridge Resources<\/p>\n
Diack Homes<\/p>\n
Silver award:<\/p>\n
Stroud Homes Bay of Plenty<\/p>\n
Landmark Homes Eastern Bay of Plenty and Rotorua<\/p>\n
Bronze award:<\/p>\n
DMAC Construction<\/p>\n