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      Creating a better future, one home at a time

      Ask us how green design creates better outcomes for your wellbeing, your wallet, and all of our futures.

      A green home doesn’t just enhance energy efficiency, air quality and thermal performance - it represents a shift away from traditional building practices. By going above and beyond the basic New Zealand Building Code standard (delivering homes that just comply), Green Homes deliver homes that are thoughtfully considered and designed to exceed your expectations.

      So what makes our homes greener?

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      Energy Efficiency

      We don’t just throw in energy efficient appliances and tick a box. We design homes that barely need them at all. The truth is, there’s much more to it than that. From passive solar gain and airtight construction to energy-smart systems and solar-ready design, it’s the combination of proven, integrated techniques that makes the real difference. This is how we create homes that genuinely cost less to run and perform better for years to come. Thoughtful design, long-term value, and natural comfort are built into every detail.

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      Clean, Healthier Air

      You can’t always see a healthy home, but you can feel it. Wellbeing starts with the air you breathe. That’s why we focus on high-quality vapour barriers to reduce moisture, natural airflow through smart design, filtered ventilation systems, and low-tox materials. Together, they support better breathing, fewer allergens, and a calmer, more restorative space. It’s about creating a healthier home environment you can rely on every day, with cleaner air and a noticeable difference in how you feel inside.

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      Thermal Performance

      True comfort begins with smart design that works with nature, not against it. We carefully balance solar orientation, thermal drafting, airtight construction, insulation, and thermal mass. This allows our homes to stay naturally warm in winter and cool in summer, without needing overworked systems or wasting energy. The result is consistent comfort you can count on. Our thermal approach means you get a reliable, efficient home that feels good year-round and keeps working for you over time.

      Why building in Auckland needs a green approach

      Building in Auckland isn’t harder, it just demands smarter thinking. From steep sites and tight sections to high humidity and sudden weather extremes, every challenge is also a chance to build better. The Unitary Plan opens up real potential, but only if your design rises to meet it. Whether you’re developing a complex site, planning a knockdown rebuild, subdividing your backyard, or building on a flat section in an established subdivision, we’ve got the skills, systems, and green options to match. From full custom design and builds to turnkey house and land packages, we tailor your level of performance to suit what’s required and what matters most to you. The result? Smarter homes for Auckland that feel better, perform better, and cost less to run, because they’re built for where you live and how you want to live.

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      The only internationally compliant home builder in New Zealand for Energy Management

      Green Homes New Zealand is the only builder in NZ to be compliant with the International Standards Organisation for design and construction of energy efficient homes (ISO 50001). We’re especially proud of this accreditation, because it means we can promise you a degree of quality and service simply not offered by other builders. What does this mean for you? In a nutshell, this compliance means you know what you’re getting – nothing but the best! Your Green home will be audited to ensure every component conforms to strict energy management guidelines.

      Start with a FREE green site review

      Whether you already own land and are looking to unlock
      its full value, or are considering one of our green house
      and land opportunities – it all starts with a conversation

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      GreenSpec

      The flexibility to prioritise the green aspects of your new home that matter to you most.
      Green Homes GreenSpec is our exclusive recipe that sets Green Homes apart, crafting homes that aren’t just like the rest—they’re built for you, for your future, and to make a real difference.” Green Homes offers fourspecification tiers – Essential, Enhance, Distinction and Net Zero – each providing the flexibility to prioritise the aspects of your new home that matter most to you.Whether your focus is on environmental sustainability, cutting-edge energy efficiency, enhanced health and comfort, or a combination of all.Each Green tier builds on the last, offering increasingly advanced features and options, with the flexibility to customise your home by combining elements from multiple tiers.Green Spec gives you the freedom to create your home that is perfectly suited to your priorities – with the reassurance that it will be healthier, more efficient, and better for both you and the planet.
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      Essential

      Green Homes Entry-Level Essential Specification offers you a home that exceeds the minimum requirements of the NZ Building Code. This specification is built on carefully considered construction techniques and high-quality building products, ensuring a solid, energy-efficient foundation for your home. Designed with attention to detail, this Essential improves the comfort, durability, and sustainability of your home, providing a strong base that supports long-term performance and reduces energy consumption. Choose this option for a smart, eco-friendly investment in your home’s future.

      Enhanced

      Enhanced

      Green Homes Enhanced Specification elevates your home’s comfort, health, and sustainability. With upgraded materials and construction techniques, it improves energy efficiency, enhances air quality, and reduces moisture, promoting better health for your family. Focused on eco-friendly solutions, it minimises environmental impact while ensuring a more comfortable and healthier living environment. This specification strikes the perfect balance between high-end performance and cost efficiency, providing the ideal mix of advanced features that enhance your home’s sustainability without compromising on affordability. By considering both short-term costs and long-term benefits, it ensures your family’s well-being and contributes to a greener future, future-proofing your home for generations to come.

      Distinction

      Distinction

      The Green Homes Distinction Specification is the leading choice for those seeking a high-performance home design that combines exceptional energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainability. With carefully selected products and advanced features, this specification ensures optimal insulation, superior air quality, and efficient energy use, creating a home that stays comfortable year-round with minimal environmental impact. Designed to reduce energy consumption and boost your family’s wellbeing, the Distinction specification delivers a high-performance, eco-friendly living space. It also future proofs your family for generations to come, with adaptable, sustainable features, that can evolve as your needs change, ensuring long-term comfort, savings, and a positive impact on the planet.

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      NetZero

      Green Homes Net Zero Specification is designed to create a energy neutral home that is, one that generates as much energy as it uses. With high-performance materials, advanced insulation, energy-efficient systems, and solar integration, this specification maximises sustainability and reduces environmental impact. Perfect for those seeking long-term savings and a future-proof, eco-friendly home.

      The Auckland Green Team

      We’re a team of passionate and committed professionals who have partnered with, and are endorsed by, some of New Zealand’s best sustainable building producers. Our buying power and resources gives us capabilities to produce a range of projects from well-priced residential dwellings to multi-unit developments.

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      Rodger Scott

      General Manager

      Rodger brings to Green Homes a wealth of knowledge and experience from 38 years in the industry. With breadth and depth of industry experience, Rodger is very well versed in managing and running a business with experience across all areas of general management, project management, HR, sales and marketing. Rodgers passion sits with people, contracts and ensuring a once in a lifetime experience for clients (and handing over that new key). Find out more about Rodger here

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      Bruce Schultze

      New Home Consultant

      Bruce brings with him over 25 years real estate experience with an additional seven specialising in new home sales, including design & build projects. His knowledge of not only new homes and the building process, but also the property market makes him a fantastic go-to contact for buyers. As a highly experienced and specialised consultant, Bruce will make planning your dream home a relaxed and enjoyable process, all while offering invaluable guidance to ensure you are future proofing your home and avoiding costly mistakes. Find out more about Bruce here

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      Matt Hambrook

      Construction Manager

      Matt is a qualified carpenter who began his building career in Nelson before moving to Auckland, where he quickly progressed into project management roles. He joined Green Homes in 2022, drawn by a shared passion for homes that perform better and tread more lightly on the environment. As Construction Manager, Matt oversees everything from consent to handover. Known for his calm, practical leadership, he builds strong relationships and ensures each project runs smoothly. He is especially passionate about solar gain and reducing reliance on the grid.

      Find out more about Matt here.

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      Lina Tang

      Quantity Surveyor

      Lina holds a Diploma of Quantity Surveying and brings strong experience from two respected South Island firms before relocating to Auckland. She joined Green Homes in 2022, excited to help deliver smarter, better performing homes. As Quantity Surveyor, Lina leads all estimating, procurement, and cost control. Her strength lies in finding the right balance between price, quality, and service. She is focused on protecting budgets and adding long-term value for clients. Fluent in Mandarin and English, she ensures smooth communication throughout.   

      Find out more about Lina here.

      Here's what our Green Home owners have to say

      You don’t have to take our word for it when we say we’re the “only” Green home expert in New Zealand, plenty of happy customers will back us up.

       

      I love the look and feel of my home and Green Homes delivered on getting me into it! Bruce was absolutely fantastic throughout and had trust in Matt taking care of the build. Anything we had to navigate along the way got sorted and even left me in a better place as a result. Appreciate what the team did to help get all the 3-month maintenance sorted too. The options for the design also gave me plenty of space to put my own spin on things as well.

      March 2025

      Green Homes Auckland are building for us currently, and so far so good. A professional approach. We’re half way through the build and making great progress. The team’s approach to attention to detail and planning has been awesome. It is important we can trust that things are moving ahead and that quality is good. Happy on all fronts right now. Can’t wait for the finished product.

      Sally

      BIG SHOUT OUT to say thanks a million to the Green Homes Auckland team, you are a cohesive team that works in unison and has communicated extremely well with me every step of the way. I can’t wait to move into my beautiful new home in Milldale, a month ahead of schedule too, love your work! 100% recommended.

      Carmel

      We are incredibly pleased with our new home's progress, thanks to the Green Homes team in Auckland. Their project management has been on point, executing everything on time and with precision. The commitment to quality and sustainability is unmatched. Can't wait to move in – thank you, Green Homes

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