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Here you’ll find the latest news, ideas and tips from Platinum Homes to help you on your home building journey. We’ve included the latest housing industry news, ideas for keeping your home warm in winter and tips for styling your bathroom. Keep an eye on this page and stay up to date on what’s happening here at Platinum.

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Platinum Homes Annual Conference 2024

We were thrilled to celebrate our 21st Platinum Homes Annual Conference on the breathtaking island of Samoa last month.
Each year, our annual conference is much more than just a business gathering—it’s a reunion of the extended Platinum Homes family. This year was no different. Bringing together Licensees, staff, and our invaluable suppliers, we shared moments of learning, laughter, and connection.

Platinum Homes Annual Conference 2024
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Living The Rural Dream In Rodney

We love hearing what our valued clients say about their building journey with us. Nikki and Derek's dream of building their perfect home from scratch became a reality with the help of Platinum Homes Rodney.

Living The Rural Dream In Rodney
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Our Tauranga Team Is Growing!

Are you ready to be an essential part of our growing business? If you are considering a career change or seeking a new challenge, we have an opportunity for you to join our small team based in Pāpāmoa. While experience in new home sales would be great, it is not essential.

Our Tauranga Team Is Growing!
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New High Performance Show Home Under Construction

Excitement is building as our first Auckland High Performance Show Home is now under construction in Paerata Rise, Pukekohe. The home is starting to take shape, with the structural insulated panels (SIPs), one of the key components of our High Performance Home being craned onto site last week.

New High Performance Show Home Under Construction
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20 Incredible Years of Platinum Homes

Platinum Homes are proud to celebrate their

20 Year Anniversary

20 Incredible Years of Platinum Homes
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New Mosgiel Show Home Opens

Step inside our newest Platinum Show Home, located in Mosgiel. Where luxury meets lifestyle.

New Mosgiel Show Home Opens
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Platinum Homes Welcomes New CEO Jamie Webster

We are thrilled to welcome Jamie Webster who has been appointed Chief Executive to the Platinum Homes team.


Platinum Homes Welcomes New CEO Jamie Webster
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Render to Reality

Having a clear design process is the key to a great experience in building a new home.

Render to Reality
Top tips for making your laundry work for you
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Top tips for making your laundry work for you

A well-planned laundry involves much more than just choosing a reliable washing machine.

Your laundry will be one of the most used rooms in your house, so if it’s functional and easy to work in it will make a huge difference to making your household run smoother.

Top tips for making your laundry work for you
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How to design a kitchen to fit your lifestyle

The kitchen is a place where food brings us together – whether you’re the chef, a taste tester or a guest. Since we spend so much time in the kitchen, it must be functional and suit your family’s needs. Here are a few tips and ideas on how your lifestyle and kitchen can fit together seamlessly in your dream home.

How to design a kitchen to fit your lifestyle
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How to plan the perfect outdoor area

Your garden can be an extension of your home, especially when the sun is shining! Maximising the space you have with planting, decking and outdoor dining areas will make a huge difference to how your home looks and feels.

How to plan the perfect outdoor area
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Choosing the right cladding: A guide for your new home

Today there are so many different types, colours, styles and materials of cladding to choose from for your new home. You’ll be able to choose from a variety of durable, low maintenance options, so it’s good to have some idea of the look you want to achieve and any preference for materials.

Choosing the right cladding: A guide for your new home
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