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Ekōwhai offers bedroom home designs to suit all family sizes. Our standardised and consistent home designs reduce our lead time, meaning we can produce quality homes at a significantly faster pace than all other builders on the market.





Kauri by Ekōwhai
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Discover Kauri by EKŌWHAI
A 60sqm minor dwelling that perfectly balances versatility and modern living. Ideal for AirBnB, holiday home, rental opportunities, or as a cozy retreat for extended family, the Kauri offers unparalleled functionality and style.
Thanks to our innovative panelised building system, you can move into your new home within just 9 weeks from the arrival of panels on site, a remarkable leap ahead of the usual 4-8 month build time in New Zealand.
Designed for Kiwi living, the Kauri features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a spacious open-plan living area, and abundant storage. A standout feature is the large slider that beautifully connects the home to the outdoors, promoting a seamless indoor-outdoor flow and enhancing your living experience.
Our Lego-inspired panel system delivers exceptional performance, far surpassing standard building codes. With R4.4-rated walls that exceed the typical R2.0 building code, this home ensures warmth, dryness and energy efficiency all year round. Enjoy a healthier living environment with our airtight construction that maintains optimal temperature regulation, regardless of the climate.
Perfect for all life stages, the Kauri by EKŌWHAI offers a sustainable, comfortable, and contemporary living solution. Choose EKŌWHAI for a home that combines swift construction with superior quality and modern design.
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Inclusions
- Size 60 SQM
- 2 bedrooms
- 1 bathroom
- Dimensions 10M x 6M
- Cladding: Abodo Vulcan in White; (cladding can be changed to another colour option, additional charges may apply).
- Windows: Black uPVC with Lightbridge Low e Glass
- Carpet (bedrooms): Rhino Atlanta carpet on 11mm Dream walk Royal underlay
- Flooring (kitchen/lounge/laundry): Quickstep Classic Timber Laminate flooring
- Appliances: Bosch Series 4 Stainless Steel Built-in oven, Bosch Series 4 Induction hob, Bosch Series 4 Free-standing fridge-freezer with freezer at bottom 186 x 60 cm Stainless steel, Bosch Series 6 Washing machine front loader 9 kg, Bosch Series 6 Heat pump tumble dryer 9 kg
- Kitchen: Dezignatek Doors and Panels – Berlin Profile, Engineered stone benchtop, Blum Inserta Blumotion soft close hinges.
- Stiebel Eltron Heat Recovery Ventilation System LWZ70E
- Stiebel Eltron hot water heat pump WWK 302H
- Wall hung vanity with double storage draws
- Glass walk-in tiled shower
- Elegant tiles from floor to walls
- Bathroom fixtures – select your option round or square and choose from brushed nickel, chrome or brass.
Exclusions: Pricing does not include foundations, site specific works and services connection (can be priced separately based on site requirements).
Optional Add-ons:
- Change cladding to timber weatherboards, cedar or alternative aluminium cladding profile
- Bath over shower
- Wooden flooring
- Wool carpet
- Built-in entertainment unit
- Wardrobes
- Soft furnishings (blinds & curtains)
- Decking & landscaping