The BEST episodes of Grand Designs New Zealand season 9
Every episode of Grand Designs New Zealand season 9, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Grand Designs New Zealand season 9!
Architect Tom Webster meets people all over Aotearoa who are challenging architecture, geography, sustainability, technology, and even standard building practices to create innovative, cutting edge homes.
#1 - Whanganui Mid-Century
Season 9 - Episode 8 - Aired 6/15/2025
A rambunctious retired bricklayer builds one final house, for himself and his ever-patient wife on their farm near Whanganui.
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#2 - Concrete Californian
Season 9 - Episode 3 - Aired 5/11/2025
A concrete, steel and glass citadel above a popular Auckland beach combines austere functionality with luxury living.
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#3 - Lake Tahoe
Season 9 - Episode 5 - Aired 5/25/2025
Two psychologists undergo their own stress tests building a Mountain Modern home overlooking Otago Harbour.
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#4 - Tennis Court
Season 9 - Episode 6 - Aired 6/1/2025
An old tennis court in Paraparaumu is set to become a couple’s new family home but the project lobs up a series of backhanders.
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#5 - Loburn Lifestyle
Season 9 - Episode 7 - Aired 6/8/2025
A couple with peaceful retirement in mind, plan a rustic retreat in North Canterbury inspired by a Stealth Bomber fighter.
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#6 - Waiheke Wonder
Season 9 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/27/2025
Plans for an elegant “empty nest” home on Waiheke Island are swamped by a sea of mud and a tsunami of rising construction costs.
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#7 - Lake Ōhau
Season 9 - Episode 2 - Aired 5/4/2025
A cherished family holiday home at Lake Ōhau is rebuilt after destruction and near-death experience.
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#8 - Waikanae Rammed Earth
Season 9 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/18/2025
The dream of a sustainable rammed earth house at Waikanae risks crumbling in the face of building delays and steadily rising costs.
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