Our approach

Whether you need design and build, or already have plans ready to go, we offer a bespoke pathway shaped around your project. Clear, considered and delivered with care.

Design+Build

From the first sketch to final handover, we manage every stage of your project through a single, coordinated process. Our integrated approach combines architectural design, cost planning, consents and construction, giving you clarity from day one.

Every home is thoughtfully designed around your site, lifestyle and budget. We also coordinate interior and landscape design through our trusted partners, creating a complete solution with clear leadership throughout.

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Three construction workers on metal scaffolding around a modern building with wooden siding and dark windows under a blue sky.

Price+Build

Already have plans? We'll work with you to deliver the build. With decades of construction experience, we deliver your project with meticulous planning, quality craftsmanship and clear communication from start to finish.

From accurate pricing through to project management and construction, we take ownership of every detail, giving you confidence that your build will be delivered with care, precision and accountability.

Already have plans? We’ll work with you to deliver the build. With decades of construction experience, we deliver your project with meticulous planning, quality craftsmanship and clear communication from start to finish.

Our process

Our carefully refined four-stage process affords simplicity and transparency for the duration of your project. We appreciate that embarking on a new build or renovation can be intimidating, so we have structured our approach to ease your concerns. We’re committed to consistent and honest communication, and with our unwavering dedication, you can trust that your tailor-made project is being cared for every step of the way.

Stage 1

Discovery

We begin by learning how you want to live, what matters most, and what constraints already exist. This stage clarifies scope, budget expectations, site conditions and the right next steps before momentum builds.

Stage 1

Discovery

Stage 2

Architectural design & pricing

Stage 2

Architectural Design Planning & pricing

Stage 2

Architectural design & pricing

Stage 3

Build management

Stage 3

Build management

Stage 4

Handover & aftercare

Stage 4

Handover & aftercare

Frequently asked questions

Clear answers to the questions clients usually ask before starting a renovation or architectural build with our team.

Do you offer a fixed price quote or a cost estimate?

Can you assist with interior design, landscape design, pools, spas, kitchens and bathrooms?

Can I look after my own selections of fixtures, finishes and fittings?

Can you assist with small projects?

Will I have to manage consultants, tradies and deal with the council?

I already have plans drawn up by my architect. Can you price and build only?

Who will be working on my project?

Will I have to move out during the build, and for how long?

What can I do to help avoid going over budget?

How can I track the timing and spend on my project?

What happens if I want to make a small or significant change during the build?

Can I involve my own contractors, friends, family tradies or suppliers?

Can I visit or talk to any of your previous clients?

Which areas of Auckland do you cover?

Is there anything else I need to have in place before beginning a project?

Ready to get started?

Let's create and build something great together.

021 148 8912

joseph@mckinstry.co.nz

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Our approach

Our approach

Whether you need design and build, or already have plans ready to go, we offer a bespoke pathway shaped around your project. Clear, considered and delivered with care.

Design+Build

Price+Build

Our process

Our process

Our process

Stage 1

Discovery

Stage 1

Discovery

Stage 2

Architectural design & pricing

Stage 2

Architectural Design Planning & pricing

Stage 2

Architectural design & pricing

Stage 3

Build management

Stage 3

Build management

Stage 4

Handover & aftercare

Stage 4

Handover & aftercare

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Do you offer a fixed price quote or a cost estimate?

Can you assist with interior design, landscape design, pools, spas, kitchens and bathrooms?

Can I look after my own selections of fixtures, finishes and fittings?

Can you assist with small projects?

Will I have to manage consultants, tradies and deal with the council?

I already have plans drawn up by my architect. Can you price and build only?

Who will be working on my project?

Will I have to move out during the build, and for how long?

What can I do to help avoid going over budget?

How can I track the timing and spend on my project?

What happens if I want to make a small or significant change during the build?

Can I involve my own contractors, friends, family tradies or suppliers?

Can I visit or talk to any of your previous clients?

Which areas of Auckland do you cover?

Is there anything else I need to have in place before beginning a project?

Ready to get started?

Let's create and build something great together.

joseph@mckinstry.co.nz

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