Grand Designs New Zealand

Grand Designs New Zealand

Grand Designs New Zealand

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Grand Designs New Zealand

2015- 2025

9 Seasons

74 Episodes

6.2(10 votes)

Returning Series

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The stories of creative and enterprising Kiwis who are taking on the challenge of building their own unique and inspirational homes. No design is too ambitious, and no obstacle too large in their quest for the perfect house.

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