[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":18},["ShallowReactive",2],{"blog-pukerua-a-fresh-take-on-modern-living":3},{"headline":4,"category":5,"content":6,"publishDate":7,"url":8,"summary":9,"heroImage":10},"Pukerua: A Fresh Take on Modern Living","Design","\u003Cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\">\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.datocms-assets.com\u002F56178\u002F1793242592-puekrua-showhome-blog-02.jpg\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto;\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.datocms-assets.com\u002F56178\u002F1793242565-puekrua-showhome-blog-text-08.png\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto;\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A striking new showhome in Richmond is challenging expectations of contemporary home design, bringing together architectural simplicity, natural materials and beautifully considered interiors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The new \u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.signature.co.nz\u002Fshowhomes\u002Fpukerua-showhome\u002F\" style=\"color: #084231;\">Pukerua showhome\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fstrong> by \u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.signature.co.nz\u002Ffranchise\u002Fnelson-tasman\u002F\" style=\"color: #084231;\">Signature Homes Nelson & Tasman\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fstrong> is anything but ordinary. From its distinctive exterior to its warm, textural interiors, this is a home designed to make an impression without needing to shout.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Located at \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fmaps.app.goo.gl\u002FqntgGkdxvgb9dnHUA\" style=\"color: #084231;\">\u003Cstrong>44 Hallmark Drive in Richmond\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>, Pukerua offers a fresh perspective on modern living, showcasing the level of design, craftsmanship and individuality that homeowners can expect when building with \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.signature.co.nz\" style=\"color: #084231;\">\u003Cstrong>Signature Homes.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While contemporary homes are often associated with sharp lines and minimalist interiors, Pukerua takes a softer approach. Natural materials, earthy tones and thoughtfully layered textures create spaces that feel sophisticated yet wonderfully inviting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Louise Trench, interior designer for Signature Homes, says the inspiration came from Japandi, a design philosophy that combines Japanese minimalism with Scandinavian warmth and comfort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This style brings together the simplicity of Japanese minimalism and Scandinavian cosiness. The intention was to achieve a calm, timeless aesthetic through natural materials, soft neutral tones and carefully considered details.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The result is a home that feels effortlessly connected, where every material, finish and architectural detail contributes to the overall experience.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.datocms-assets.com\u002F56178\u002F1793242662-puekrua-showhome-blog-03.jpg\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto;\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.datocms-assets.com\u002F56178\u002F1793242714-puekrua-showhome-blog-text-05.png\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto;\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Step inside Pukerua and you'll quickly discover that it's the finer details that make this home so memorable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Warm timber cabinetry, beautifully textured walls, sculptural lighting and a restrained colour palette create an interior that feels both contemporary and timeless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the heart of the two-bedroom, two-bathroom home is a thoughtfully designed kitchen and dining space, where form and function come together beautifully. Rich timber tones and tactile finishes bring warmth to the clean architectural lines, while expansive glazing draws natural light into the home and connects the interior with the outdoors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The kitchen is a real focal point, designed to be practical, stylish and a natural gathering place for family and friends,\" says Louise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another standout feature is the use of the \u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Freseneconstruction.co.nz\u002Fsystem\u002Frockcote-otsumigaki-japanese-clay-lime-finishes\u002F\" style=\"color: #084231;\">Rockcote Otsumigaki Clay Plaster System\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fstrong>, applied to selected walls throughout the home. Its subtle variations in texture and tone introduce a handcrafted quality that adds depth, character and a sense of individuality to the interior.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rather than relying on bold colours or elaborate features, Pukerua demonstrates how a carefully curated selection of materials can create something truly special.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even the more intimate spaces have been given the same attention, with layered lighting, inviting furnishings and rich finishes creating a feeling of comfort and retreat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"From the moment you walk through the door, there is a sense of comfort and ease. Each space has been designed with intention, and there are lots of interesting design moments that people may not have seen in our showhomes before.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It's this approach that sets Pukerua apart. The home isn't simply a collection of beautiful rooms. It's a complete design experience, demonstrating how thoughtful choices can influence the way a home looks, feels and lives.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.datocms-assets.com\u002F56178\u002F1793242997-puekrua-showhome-blog-04.jpg\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto;\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.datocms-assets.com\u002F56178\u002F1793242854-puekrua-showhome-blog-text-06.png\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto;\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>While Pukerua is an inspiring example of contemporary design, it also represents something bigger: the possibilities available to people choosing to build with Signature Homes Nelson & Tasman.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For the local team, building a home isn't about fitting clients into a predetermined design. It's about understanding how they want to live and creating a home that reflects their individual needs, lifestyle and aspirations.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We take the time to listen to our clients, understand what's important to them and find solutions that bring their vision to life,\" says Simon Bixley, Managing Director Signature Homes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We want to create homes that feel personal, rather than following a standard formula.\" With an in-house design team and expertise in larger, individually designed homes, Signature Homes Nelson & Tasman offers clients the flexibility to create something distinctly their own.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether it's a completely bespoke architectural design, adapting an existing plan or exploring the possibilities of a House & Land package, the team can guide clients through the journey from initial ideas to a completed home.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Importantly, that process is about more than appearance. Great home design considers how spaces connect, how natural light moves through the home, how materials work together and how a layout supports everyday living.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pukerua brings all of these elements together, demonstrating how good design can make even a relatively modest footprint feel generous, purposeful and beautifully resolved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.datocms-assets.com\u002F56178\u002F1793243091-puekrua-showhome-blog-05.jpg\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto;\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg src=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.datocms-assets.com\u002F56178\u002F1793243109-puekrua-showhome-blog-text-07.png\" style=\"display: block; max-width: 100%; height: auto; margin: 0 auto;\">\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For anyone considering building in Nelson or Tasman, the new Pukerua showhome is an opportunity to experience the Signature Homes difference firsthand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It's a chance to explore new design possibilities, discover materials and finishes beyond the expected, and speak with a local team that understands how to turn inspiration into a home designed around you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether you're planning your first home, your forever home or something completely unique, Pukerua is a reminder that exceptional design isn't defined by the size of a home, but by the thought that goes into it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong style=\"color: #084231;\">Visit Pukerua and discover a different side of contemporary living.\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong style=\"color: #084231;\">Pukerua Showhome | Signature Homes Nelson & Tasman\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>44 Hallmark Drive, Richmond\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr>\u003Cstrong>Opening hours: Monday to Friday 10am – 4pm & weekends 1pm – 4pm\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>","2026-10-29","pukerua-a-fresh-take-on-modern-living","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black;\">There’s a new \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.signature.co.nz\u002Fshowhomes\u002Fpukerua-showhome\u002F\">\u003Cb>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\">Signature showhome\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fb>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black;\"> in Richmond that is challenging expectations of contemporary home design.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>",{"url":11,"responsiveImage":12},"https:\u002F\u002Fwww.datocms-assets.com\u002F56178\u002F1793242466-puekrua-showhome-blog-01.jpg",{"alt":13,"aspectRatio":14,"base64":15,"height":16,"width":17,"src":11},null,1.77875,"data:image\u002Fjpeg;base64,\u002F9j\u002F4AAQSkZJRgABAQAAAQABAAD\u002F2wCEAAoHBwgHBgoICAgLEgoVDhgQDRYNDh0OFg8NFx8ZGBYVFiEdKysjJh0oHRUWJDUlKC0vMjIyGSI4PTcwPCsxMi8BCgsLAg0OGRAQHDsoIhwvLzsvNS87OzsvLy8vLy81Ly8vLzs7Oy8vLy8vLzUvLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vL\u002F\u002FAABEIAA4AGAMBIgACEQEDEQH\u002FxAAYAAACAwAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGBwAEBf\u002FEAB8QAAEEAgIDAAAAAAAAAAAAAAEAAgMEMVEGEQUSJP\u002FEABYBAQEBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAIDAP\u002FEABwRAAEDBQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABAwUCBhNBUf\u002FaAAwDAQACEQMRAD8ALvkdESHhUWx1ZJwPcZ2gCt5u0aZJecbWS3k12O50HHO06Xp8gtNu8GfyWGBtEdPCiW\u002FmuS3JKbQXFRZX58GOAXR\u002F\u002F9k=",3200,5692,1793248631806]