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Strength of purpose
This architectural residence is an inspiration for young families or couples
wanting a home to grow into – engineered to stand up beautifully over
the years, James Hardie building products feature throughout
Above: Grand approach – this
modern-meets-country Hamilton
home by Design Builders Waikato
features James Hardie products
throughout. For example, James
Hardie’s HardieGroove Lining gave
the design and build company an
affordable, hardwearing surface in
high impact resistance areas, while
in the wet areas – such as bathrooms
– the company’s Villaboard Lining
offers a peace-of-mind solution.

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Whether for resale peace of mind or simply
the pleasure of having a home that keeps pace
with your lifestyle down the years, choosing a
solidly constructed home is a must.
James Hardie fibre cement products provide
a key point of difference in Design Builders’ first
showhome at the Meadows in Hamilton. The
architecturally designed home has been created
to appeal to a range of buyers, including young
families or couples.
Director of Design Builders Waikato, Jeff
Marra, says that with the home’s unique design
and quality materials, he hopes to demonstrate

to potential owners that they can achieve an
individual outcome that’s not only right for the
moment, but that will adapt as their lives evolve.
“James Hardie’s products are engineered
to stand up beautifully over the years,” says
Marra. “The durability of the products featured
in the showhome – including HardieGroove™
Lining, Axon® Panel, and Villaboard® Lining
– achieve the desired design and performance
levels expected of a Design Builders home.
“We wanted to create a modern design with
a country twist,” says Marra. “To achieve this,
the showhome features a variety of textures,