By Harnett Builders
Rooted into the hillside amongst the native manuka, overlooking the Bay of Islands, the breathtaking location for this new build demanded a similarly awe-inspiring finish.
Timber and stone were utilised throughout the dwelling, honouring the natural surroundings and creating a sense of flow from outside to in. A simple mono pitch aluminium roof allows the impressive stonework, vertical timber cladding and hardwood decking to shine, as the real stars of the show.
Tying together these very different materials in a harmonious way is certainly challenging, so the extensive experience of our team in dealing with these specialist products was invaluable. A steep and tricky section to work with, the completed build is nonetheless a dream come true for the owners, and a home that blends perfectly with its spectacular surroundings.
Since 1973, Howard Harnett and his dedicated team have established Harnett Builders as one of Northland’s premier residential and commercial building firms.
We believe our continued success is down to our people, who we carefully select for their patience, attention to detail, high skill levels and good communication. These are the keys to maintaining a great working relationship with you, and ensuring a successful outcome to your project.
Our culture is one of flexibility and adaptability. We embrace challenges, and take changes within our stride, ensuring every detail of your project turns out exactly as you want it.
We also take great pride in training our builders from the ground up, and giving them opportunities to excel. Most of our builders have been with us since their apprenticeship, and the consistency of service they deliver is one of our core strengths, and one of the many reasons our clients recommend us.