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A joint venture between Ngai Tahu Property, NZ Super Fund, and New Ground Capital, Kerewhenua delivers 11 different house typologies across 208 homes in a lively village environment.

Brick is used extensively, providing visual diversity in a large development. The use of brick has a strong connection to the site. Māori worked clay in the area for many years and brickworks were a primary industry until the 1930s. It’s durability, low maintenance and excellent acoustic properties made it the material of choice.

Building orientation to maximise sunlight in living areas, energy-efficient heating systems and rainwater harvesting deliver a development with sustainable, affordable homes.