A Conversation Worth Having
Design + Build is where inspiration comes to life.
Instead of fitting your life into an existing home, this is your chance to shape one around how you live, with guidance, clarity, and experience behind you.
Tell us what you like. We’ll take it from there.
Over 25 years and 7,500 homes built with confidence • 10-year structural warranty you can count on.
Ever walked through a home and thought, "I'd change that"?
More light here. A better connection outdoors. A kitchen that works the way you cook.
Design + Build turns those thoughts into real options, without needing to have all the answers upfront.
Let's explore what your future home could look like
A design conversation doesn’t require all the answers.
It’s simply a chance to talk through ideas, budgets, sites, and possibilities with people who do this every day.
DESIGN + BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME
Hear from our Eastern Bay of Plenty Regional Manager, Cam McCallum on why Design + Build is a great option for your new home.
Learn Why Our Clients Love Classic Builders
Kirsty & Tory Parr
‘It was such an easy process for us. Paul, Chris, Corina and Talia were amazing at communicating. ‘Classics was just a great decision… we got excited to see what we could actually do and personalise ourselves rather than buying an existing home. I can’t believe we live in this beautiful house… we feel so lucky; we made the right decision. We managed to get the home we dreamed of without bursting the budget.’
Nelly Gray
"If you can do a new build, it’s a no-brainer, so all you have to do is move in and mow the lawn. Older houses will need some maintenance and repairs. With my lifestyle, I don’t want to give up my weekends doing DIY, so it’s great for me. Everything is finished, and everything works!"
Aaron & Louise Howe
"We had great support behind us from start to finish. The time with the design consultant was invaluable. It was great getting their advice and expertise, and it provided reassurance that the colours would work.
The team allowed us the flexibility to build what we envisaged and offered advice and expertise along the way."
Expert Advice
Thinking about Designing + Building a new home but not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered. From finding the right section to designing a home that fits your lifestyle and budget, explore expert tips and practical advice to help you create a home that’s perfectly suited to your lifestyle and budget.
How your ideas become a home
Turning ideas into a plan that works for you.
We start by understanding how you live. Your building consultant and designer will explore ideas, review your site, and shape a plan around your lifestyle, needs, and budget. This stage sets the direction, confirms pricing, and prepares everything for the next step.
Add your style and personal touches
This is where your home starts to feel like yours. With guidance from our experts, you’ll choose colours, finishes, and key details that suit your style. While you focus on the fun parts, we take care of consents, suppliers, and coordination behind the scenes.
Watching your home come together
Your construction manager takes the lead, coordinating the build and keeping you informed as your home takes shape. You’ll be invited to key milestones, with quality and safety checks happening throughout to ensure everything meets our standards.
Support beyond handover
On handover day, we’ll walk you through your new home and make sure everything is ready. Our After Care team stays in touch as you settle in, with follow-ups and support to give you confidence long after you’ve moved in.
Build with confidence. All our homes are backed by a comprehensive 10-year structural warranty, and support long after you move in.
Why Classic Builders?
25+ YEARS, 7500+ HOMES
As one of NZ’s largest residential home builders, we work with longstanding, reliable suppliers and are committed to exceeding your expectations throughout the build.
11 LOCATIONS ACROSS NZ
Founded in the Bay of Plenty, we’re proudly Kiwi owned and operated. We’ve expanded nationally while working towards a better future for housing in New Zealand.
VIEW YOUR HOME IN AUGMENTED REALITY
We use homeAR augmented reality to give you a one-of-a-kind experience — view your home plan on-site, in tabletop scale, or share it with others, with just a phone or iPad.
10 YEAR STRUCTRUAL WARRANTY
More comprehensive than many new home warranties, the Classic Builders 10-year Structural Warranty is there to give every client complete confidence in their decision to build.
Inspiration lives here
Some start with a blank page. Others begin with a plan and personalise it.
Design + Build gives you flexibility without starting from scratch unless you want to..
See real homes. Get inspired. Then talk to us.
Our Showhomes are a great place to gather ideas and see how different designs come together.
What's next starts here.
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Ready to build something with meaning?
A home designed around how you live carries a sense of purpose and personality.
If the next year feels like the right time to create something truly yours, Design + Build opens up ideas you may not have considered yet.
Tell us how you live and we’ll help shape your home around it.