Whether you’re looking to make the most of your land through subdivision, or simply want to create a brand new home in the neighbourhood you love, a knockdown and rebuild might be the perfect option for you. However, these projects are not without their unique challenges. We recently had a chat with Hayden Rau, Managing Director of Sentinel Homes Wellington/Kapiti, about the knockdown and rebuild process, and how the Sentinel Homes team plans to set you up for long-term success.
We know for many people the journey to building their own home can be a pretty daunting process, but with the right advice and support it doesn’t have to be! We had a chat with Will Batts, trained architect and Managing Director of Sentinel Homes Counties Franklin about the building journey and why being a great building partner is key to creating a home you love.
Sentinel Homes helps demystify the home-building process so you can confidently press go on the next stage of your life – and build the home of your dreams.
Imagine being in a home tailored to your every wish – in your favourite location. Whether it’s beachfront Mt Maunganui or the middle of Ponsonby, you have options, no matter how busy the area already is. From demolition to recycling, find out how to knock down and rebuild, turning your favourite spot into a masterpiece. Here are your FAQs answered.
Summer 2023 has been tough for Kiwis, with Auckland’s severe flooding and Cyclone Gabrielle causing widespread devastation across the country. Our hearts go out to those people facing the daunting task of cleaning, repairing, rebuilding, or in some cases not being able to return to their homes.
When it comes to building or subdividing, it’s often what’s underground that can cause the most hassle. From pipes in the wrong place or unstable ground to protected trees or deceptively steep slopes, understanding the unique constraints of your build site can set your project up for success. It means you can tweak designs or build techniques, seek additional approvals or expert support so you have a better chance of sticking to timelines and budgets.
Perched on an outcrop overlooking the Akatarawa Valley is Stephanie and Campbell’s dream home, built by the team at Sentinel Homes Wellington and Kapiti. Their journey began after Stephanie’s mum passed away just a year after moving into her new build – it was a wake-up call to seize the day.
“They came across energetic and they were as excited as we were. They wanted to do a quality job.” The Auckland North West team have won a contract to build not one, but seven new homes. We spoke to developers, Bela and Mariann Horvath, about how they knew Sentinel Homes were the right people for the job.
The Sentinel App gave Kevan and Michelle visibility and full control from their European holiday
I like the Harry Potter books. Not in a ‘I-have-a-Hufflepuff-tramp-stamp’ crazy-fan kind of way, but I have read each of the books and seen the corresponding movies. I remember watching one of the films with Caitlin once and she said, “I like these movies, but when I read the books, I imagined Hogwarts to be on a much grander scale, didn’t you?” Without needing to think about it, I replied: “nope, I just pictured Hogwarts as my high school”.
When you build a new home, you’re making a large financial and emotional investment. You want to find the best possible builder to build your home and asking the right questions can help you do that.
