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Builders in Nelson and Tasman

New builds and renovations in Nelson and Tasman

Craig Finnie has 40 years of building experience. You bring the dream and the budget, and we take care of the rest.

Call now 021 669 484
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Our projects

Homes we have built and renovated

Gabled front entrance of Redvale Estate
Redvale Estate, a new country home designed by Anderson Architecture
Front of the Marionberry Lane home in Richmond
Marionberry Lane, Richmond, designed by Craig
Front of the renovated 1900s villa at Takaka Hill, Riwaka
Takaka Hill villa renovation, Riwaka
Colonial style home at Wakapuaka with dormer windows and white veranda
Wakapuaka colonial style home
Cupola Crescent home with a wide timber deck and veranda posts
Cupola Crescent new build

Before and after

Weatherboard cottage before the re-clad and re-roof
Cottage before the re-clad and re-roof
The same cottage after a new roof, cladding repairs and fresh paint
The same cottage after
Bathroom before renovation with clawfoot bath and timber window
Bathroom before the renovation
Same bathroom after renovation with freestanding bath and marble look tiles
The same bathroom after
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About us

A local family business

Want to build or renovate but don’t know where to start? Craig Finnie Builders is a family business based in Richmond. Craig has 40 years in the building industry, and his daughter Cydnie runs the office. You deal with the two of them from the first chat until the job is done.

We are Licensed Building Practitioners and members of Registered Master Builders. Years of reliable work have given us strong relationships with local architects, suppliers and contractors.

 

We can help with:

  • Kitchen and bathroom renovations
  • Extensions and alterations
  • Custom new homes, including architectural designs
  • Design, building consent and project management

40

Years in building

2022

House of the Year bronze

NZQA

Qualified in carpentry

Craig Finnie and his daughter Cydnie with the Craig Finnie Builders ute

What we do

Renovations, extensions and new builds

Whether you want a new kitchen, more room or a whole new home, we look after the build from the first plans to handover.

Our services:

Renovations

We remodel kitchens and bathrooms to make your daily routine easier and your home more valuable.

Extensions

Found the home you love but need more room? We build extensions and alterations.

New builds

We build custom family homes from the ground up, on time and within budget.

Design and consent

We walk you through design, pre-construction planning and the building consent.

Project management

We coordinate the suppliers and contractors and keep you updated at every stage.

Licensed and qualified

NZQA qualified in carpentry, Licensed Building Practitioner and Registered Master Builders member.

See our services
Long white kitchen with timber floors at Redvale Estate
White French colonial style kitchen with timber bar stools at Marionberry Lane
Light filled living room with oak floors in the Takaka Hill renovation
View from the veranda with timber fretwork at Wakapuaka
Timber batten screen in the hallway at Redvale Estate
Curved double vanity with black tiled splashback at Marionberry Lane
Covered veranda and timber deck at Cupola Crescent
New kitchen with marble look splashback in the Takaka Hill renovation

Award winning renovation

Bronze award, 2022 House of the Year

Our renovation of a 1900s villa at Takaka Hill, Riwaka, won a Bronze award in the renovation category of the Registered Master Builders 2022 House of the Year.

We rebuilt the back of the house with a new kitchen, living and dining room, added a bedroom and a bathroom at the front, and kept the timber panelled ceiling, stained glass windows and original front door.

We are Licensed Building Practitioners and members of Registered Master Builders, so you know the work is done properly.

See the Takaka Hill project
Front of the renovated 1900s villa at Takaka Hill, Riwaka
Registered Master Builders member logo
Licensed Building Practitioner logo

How we work

From first plans to handover

1 → Design

We walk you through the design stage and help turn your ideas into plans.

2 → Planning and consent

We handle the pre-construction planning and the building consent.

3 → Construction

We coordinate the suppliers and contractors and keep you updated at every stage.

4 → Handover

Your home is finished on time and on budget, ready to enjoy.

Start your project
Outdoor living area under the veranda at Cupola Crescent
New dining and kitchen area in the Takaka Hill villa renovation
Bathroom with freestanding bath and timber vanity at Redvale Estate
Country style kitchen in the Wakapuaka colonial home
Bay window dining room with chandelier at Marionberry Lane
Kitchen island and dining nook at Redvale Estate
Covered deck off the new living room in the Takaka Hill renovation
Bedroom with bay windows in the Wakapuaka colonial home

What our clients say

Kind words from Nelson and Tasman homeowners

Paul and Amber
Paul and AmberVilla renovation
The result is a home which is every bit 'us' and exactly what we wished for to the last detail. A high quality outcome which we are proud to call 'home'.
Emily & Matt
Emily & MattDesign and build
Their communication, workmanship and adaptability were impeccable. They gave us lots of advice and recommendations when it came to designing and throughout the build which we will be forever grateful.
Kerri
KerriRenovation
Craig's team were extremely helpful, friendly and tidied up at the end of each day. We were "wowed" by the end result, so open, light and finished beautifully.
Cherie
CherieHome renovation
I cannot thank Craig Finnie Builders enough, high quality work, within budget, and delivered on time. I can honestly recommend them for anyone considering any project.
Justine & Horst
Justine & HorstNew studio
We couldn't have been happier with the follow up, professionalism, patience and friendly approach from your team.
Jenny & Graham
Jenny & GrahamKitchen installation
Our new kitchen has exceeded our initial expectations and offers a lot more space and superior storage from its predecessor.
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Get in touch

Ready to start your build or renovation?

Tell us what you have in mind. Craig is happy to talk it through, whether you have plans already or just an idea.

We build and renovate across Nelson and Tasman, from Richmond to Riwaka.

Call now 021 669 484

Monday to Friday · 7am to 5pm