When you’re building a new home the resale value might not be the first thing on your mind, especially if you’re a first-time homeowner, or on a tight budget. Making a few small changes during the build process can make a huge difference to your home’s value when it comes time to sell, and it doesn’t have to break the bank. Check out our top tips to add value during your build. Your future self will thank you! 1. Keep it light, open and versatile Think about the last time you walked into a home you loved; chances are it felt open, light and airy. Buyers also love this feeling, and it’s easy to build into your new home with some smart design choices. Higher ceilings and well-placed windows let in plenty of natural light and make the house feel bright and welcoming throughout the day. Open-plan living spaces – where one area flows naturally into the next – add to the feeling of openness, and are super-versatile for buyers who want to make the home their own. It’s also important to design with the sun in mind! We always recommend finding your section before finalising your plan, so your house is built to make the most of the sun throughout the day. 2. Build sustainably Sustainability and eco-efficiency are increasingly important to home buyers, so it makes sense to consider these during your build. As well as giving the environment a helping hand, sustainable building choices make your home more affordable and comfortable to live in. You don’t need to build a full passive home to make an impact; choosing high-quality insulation and energy-efficient appliances (especially your inbuilt kitchen appliances) makes a big difference. Solar energy is also becoming an increasingly popular option for Kiwi households, and solarpanels are worth considering if your budget will allow it. 3. Make the most of your outdoor space Maximising the amount of usable space in your home is a great way to add value, and that includes the often-overlooked backyard. A well-designed deck, patio, or conservatory puts your outdoor space to use, adds value and provides entertainment options all year round. This is a great option for smaller sections, where a functional, stylish outdoor living area can make a big difference to the home’s overall appeal. Depending on your budget and section size, a separate sleep-out or home office is another big value-add for the backyard. 4. Boost your kerb appeal When you’re selling a home, first impressions count! Great landscaping, fencing and paving choices all increase your home’s kerb appeal and make it stand out to potential buyers. It’s worth professionally landscaping your new home, as a well-planned garden and an outdoor space designed to suit your home’s style, design and character will extend your home’s appeal. Starting off with a professionally designed space also makes it easier to keep on top of garden maintenance. 5. Storage, storage, and more storage “I love this house, but I wish there was less storage!” … said nobody, ever. Buyers are always looking for homes with plenty of storage, and for a busy family the amount of storage space can be the ‘make or break’ factor when deciding which property to buy. As well as making sure you have enough storage in the kitchen, wardrobe and laundry, consider areas where you can add some less traditional (but very useful) storage options. Think about adding inbuilt shelving or a mezzanine storage area in the garage, or a tucked-away outdoor storage area. 6. Choose quality flooring They might not be the first thing you look at when you walk into a house, but the floors of your home see a lot of use. Choosing quality flooring when you build makes sure that when you’re ready to sell, the new owners aren’t going to be put off by the cost of upgrading worn-out carpet or peeling lino. 7. Finish with quality fixtures Quality fixtures instantly give your home a premium feel, and are a clear signal to potential buyers that the house has been built with care, to a high level of quality. This is more important than ever in the kitchen, which is often the space that ‘sells’ a buyer on a new home. Small touches – like soft-close cabinets, quality benchtops, inbuilt water filtration or a waste disposal unit – make a minor difference to your overall build cost, but a major impact to your kitchen’s appeal to the next buyer. You don’t have to use all those tips in one build, just a couple of minor changes can make a bigdifference when it comes time to sell. Have a chat to our team for more ideas on how to add valueto your build, at any budget.

When you’re building a new home the resale value might not be the first thing on your mind, especially if you’re a first-time homeowner, or on a tight budget. Making a few small changes during the build process can make a huge difference to your home’s value when it comes time to sell, and it doesn’t have to break the bank. Check out our top tips to add value during your build. Your future self will thank you! 1. Keep it light, open and versatile Think about the last time you walked into a home you loved; chances are it felt open, light and airy. Buyers also love this feeling, and it’s easy to build into your new home with some smart design choices. Higher ceilings and well-placed windows let in plenty of natural light and make the house feel bright and welcoming throughout the day. Open-plan living spaces – where one area flows naturally into the next – add to the feeling of openness, and are super-versatile for buyers who want to make the home their own. It’s also important to design with the sun in mind! We always recommend finding your section before finalising your plan, so your house is built to make the most of the sun throughout the day. 2. Build sustainably Sustainability and eco-efficiency are increasingly important to home buyers, so it makes sense to consider these during your build. As well as giving the environment a helping hand, sustainable building choices make your home more affordable and comfortable to live in. You don’t need to build a full passive home to make an impact; choosing high-quality insulation and energy-efficient appliances (especially your inbuilt kitchen appliances) makes a big difference. Solar energy is also becoming an increasingly popular option for Kiwi households, and solarpanels are worth considering if your budget will allow it. 3. Make the most of your outdoor space Maximising the amount of usable space in your home is a great way to add value, and that includes the often-overlooked backyard. A well-designed deck, patio, or conservatory puts your outdoor space to use, adds value and provides entertainment options all year round. This is a great option for smaller sections, where a functional, stylish outdoor living area can make a big difference to the home’s overall appeal. Depending on your budget and section size, a separate sleep-out or home office is another big value-add for the backyard. 4. Boost your kerb appeal When you’re selling a home, first impressions count! Great landscaping, fencing and paving choices all increase your home’s kerb appeal and make it stand out to potential buyers. It’s worth professionally landscaping your new home, as a well-planned garden and an outdoor space designed to suit your home’s style, design and character will extend your home’s appeal. Starting off with a professionally designed space also makes it easier to keep on top of garden maintenance. 5. Storage, storage, and more storage “I love this house, but I wish there was less storage!” … said nobody, ever. Buyers are always looking for homes with plenty of storage, and for a busy family the amount of storage space can be the ‘make or break’ factor when deciding which property to buy. As well as making sure you have enough storage in the kitchen, wardrobe and laundry, consider areas where you can add some less traditional (but very useful) storage options. Think about adding inbuilt shelving or a mezzanine storage area in the garage, or a tucked-away outdoor storage area. 6. Choose quality flooring They might not be the first thing you look at when you walk into a house, but the floors of your home see a lot of use. Choosing quality flooring when you build makes sure that when you’re ready to sell, the new owners aren’t going to be put off by the cost of upgrading worn-out carpet or peeling lino. 7. Finish with quality fixtures Quality fixtures instantly give your home a premium feel, and are a clear signal to potential buyers that the house has been built with care, to a high level of quality. This is more important than ever in the kitchen, which is often the space that ‘sells’ a buyer on a new home. Small touches – like soft-close cabinets, quality benchtops, inbuilt water filtration or a waste disposal unit – make a minor difference to your overall build cost, but a major impact to your kitchen’s appeal to the next buyer. You don’t have to use all those tips in one build, just a couple of minor changes can make a bigdifference when it comes time to sell. Have a chat to our team for more ideas on how to add valueto your build, at any budget.

When you’re building a new home the resale value might not be the first thing on your mind, especially if you’re a first-time homeowner, or on a tight budget. Making a few small changes during the build process can make a huge difference to your home’s value when it comes time to sell, and it doesn’t have to break the bank. Check out our top tips to add value during your build. Your future self will thank you! 1. Keep it light, open and versatile Think about the last time you walked into a home you loved; chances are it felt open, light and airy. Buyers also love this feeling, and it’s easy to build into your new home with some smart design choices. Higher ceilings and well-placed windows let in plenty of natural light and make the house feel bright and welcoming throughout the day. Open-plan living spaces – where one area flows naturally into the next – add to the feeling of openness, and are super-versatile for buyers who want to make the home their own. It’s also important to design with the sun in mind! We always recommend finding your section before finalising your plan, so your house is built to make the most of the sun throughout the day. 2. Build sustainably Sustainability and eco-efficiency are increasingly important to home buyers, so it makes sense to consider these during your build. As well as giving the environment a helping hand, sustainable building choices make your home more affordable and comfortable to live in. You don’t need to build a full passive home to make an impact; choosing high-quality insulation and energy-efficient appliances (especially your inbuilt kitchen appliances) makes a big difference. Solar energy is also becoming an increasingly popular option for Kiwi households, and solarpanels are worth considering if your budget will allow it. 3. Make the most of your outdoor space Maximising the amount of usable space in your home is a great way to add value, and that includes the often-overlooked backyard. A well-designed deck, patio, or conservatory puts your outdoor space to use, adds value and provides entertainment options all year round. This is a great option for smaller sections, where a functional, stylish outdoor living area can make a big difference to the home’s overall appeal. Depending on your budget and section size, a separate sleep-out or home office is another big value-add for the backyard. 4. Boost your kerb appeal When you’re selling a home, first impressions count! Great landscaping, fencing and paving choices all increase your home’s kerb appeal and make it stand out to potential buyers. It’s worth professionally landscaping your new home, as a well-planned garden and an outdoor space designed to suit your home’s style, design and character will extend your home’s appeal. Starting off with a professionally designed space also makes it easier to keep on top of garden maintenance. 5. Storage, storage, and more storage “I love this house, but I wish there was less storage!” … said nobody, ever. Buyers are always looking for homes with plenty of storage, and for a busy family the amount of storage space can be the ‘make or break’ factor when deciding which property to buy. As well as making sure you have enough storage in the kitchen, wardrobe and laundry, consider areas where you can add some less traditional (but very useful) storage options. Think about adding inbuilt shelving or a mezzanine storage area in the garage, or a tucked-away outdoor storage area. 6. Choose quality flooring They might not be the first thing you look at when you walk into a house, but the floors of your home see a lot of use. Choosing quality flooring when you build makes sure that when you’re ready to sell, the new owners aren’t going to be put off by the cost of upgrading worn-out carpet or peeling lino. 7. Finish with quality fixtures Quality fixtures instantly give your home a premium feel, and are a clear signal to potential buyers that the house has been built with care, to a high level of quality. This is more important than ever in the kitchen, which is often the space that ‘sells’ a buyer on a new home. Small touches – like soft-close cabinets, quality benchtops, inbuilt water filtration or a waste disposal unit – make a minor difference to your overall build cost, but a major impact to your kitchen’s appeal to the next buyer. You don’t have to use all those tips in one build, just a couple of minor changes can make a bigdifference when it comes time to sell. Have a chat to our team for more ideas on how to add valueto your build, at any budget.