The first finalist in Home of the Year 2018 is revealed

We begin the countdown to Home of the Year 2018. Watch and find out which incredible home was the first to make it into the final six

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The first finalist in Home of the Year 2018 is an urban sanctuary in Auckland

The first finalist for Home of the Year has set the bar high. Found in a quiet, leafy street in Auckland, this contemporary haven is beautifully detailed. HOME editor Simon Farrell-Green discusses what impressed the judges and why this home was chosen as the first finalist for Home of the Year 2018.

Stay tuned over the next two weeks as we reveal the remaining five finalists. The winning home will be announced on March 28th. Check out the 12 homes that made the shortlist below and follow the journey over on Instagram with HOME. With special thanks to our loyal sponsor Altherm Window Systems.

Home of the Year 2018 judges: Mel BrightNicholas Stevens, Simon Farrell-Green

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