| 105 T T Kim Newth Creating beautiful spaces The Riddell Drive home is a beautiful blend of design, style and practicality. BUILDING JK Builds Based in Kerikeri, JK Builds Ltd brings a personal approach to every new project, whether it is a new architectural home or a residential renovation or alteration. Company founder Joe Kiff and his skilled team work closely with like-minded architects and sub-contractors to achieve the best for their clients. “Over the past two to three years, we have expanded quite heavily and currently have a team of 10,” says Joe. “Up in Kerikeri, it has been really thriving and the work keeps coming in.” Much of that is down to JK Builds’ reputation for quality craftmanship, as well as their positive, can-do attitude. “We believe that transparency and good communication are essential to project success; I like to say that once we have a set of working drawings then we’ll jump in and engage and work alongside them to get it through the council. We try to have good relationships with our clients and everyone else we work with.” Joe has deep roots locally, having grown up in the Kerikeri area. He founded JK Builds in Kerikeri in 2017 and is proud to call Kerikeri home. Alongside his partner Georgia and their three young children, he embraces the Bay of Islands lifestyle. “I coached my son’s under-7s rugby club last year – we try to do as much as we can around the community.” Projects featured on JK Builds website include stunning architectural homes, such as a gorgeous dwelling on Riddell Drive. The clever design, by Living Architecture, ensures ample room for socializing while also providing well-defined private spaces. This home, the first that Joe built for himself, is a beautiful blend of design, style and practicality. JK Builds’ portfolio includes other inspiring homes, such as the Goldie House. Designed by Lindholm Design, this beautiful modern home is situated on an elevated site with spectacular views over the Kerikeri inlet. The stained cedar and black exterior delivers pleasing contrast and texture, while the generous window design opens up the home to sun and views. Polished concrete floors contribute to the chic, modernist home interior. Another architectural gem built by JK Builds - also designed by Lindhom Design (Karin Lindholm) - is a striking pavilion-style family dwelling on Spoonbill Drive that combines expansive open-plan living with an abundance of natural light. The resulting atmosphere is spacious and inviting. When the New Zealand housing market slowed last year, the flow-on impact was felt in the building sector with the brakes going on the new home market. Added pressures have come from high interest rates and inflation. Nevertheless, JK Builds is moving forward positively. “It does impact us when people can’t sell their existing home and have to put their new home plans on hold, but on the other hand we’re definitely streets ahead with renovation work,” says Joe, noting that local demand for home renovations and alterations is on the rise as people look to improve or extend what they have. “We’re doing a nice renovation at the moment, where we’re adding a new deck to start with and they also want us to renovate the kitchen area. We’ve got another one starting where they are wanting to increase the footprint of their house to create more space.” JK Builds is a go-to builder for special projects of all kinds, such as decks to extend outdoor living or for cabin-style dwellings. Another project featured on JK Builds website is a tiny home on Koropewa Road, designed by Joe to deliver a light and spacious feel along with all the practical functionality needed for modern living. In 2024, JK Builds continues to build on its local reputation for reliability and flair in creating beautiful spaces. • Fascia and rainwater goods are a vital component of your new home − Continuous have perfected our trade with 28 years experience • We specialise in custom made bespoke rainwater products • Locally owned and operated • 10 year leak free guarantee NORTHLAND CONTINUOUS SPOUTING LTD 09 407 1010 office@northwire.co.nz www.northwire.co.nz • Renovations • New Builds • Pre-purchase inspections • Panasonic heat pumps For all your electrical needs! 34 Klinac Lane,Waipapa 0246 Kerikeri, New Zealand theteam@northlandplumbing.co.nz www.northlandplumbing.co.nz Proud to Support JK Builds 09 407 9157 MEMBRANE ROOFS AND GUTTERS TANKING DECKS BATHROOMS
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