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What it Really Costs to Renovate a House in Auckland

The decision to renovate your home in Auckland is a big one. It’s a substantial investment, and it's no secret that building costs are higher than ever. Before you say yes to the lowest quote, there are a few things to consider.The key to a successful, cost-effective renovation is choosing the right builder - one who understands the delicate balance between budget constraints and maintaining high-quality workmanship....

Home is where the heart is: Sharing Mike’s story this Foster Care Awareness Week

It’s our job to build homes of quality but this week we’re turning our hand to building awareness of the people who open their homes and hearts for children across the motu in need of foster care.It’s a cause close to our hearts as Mike himself is a foster child. Here’s his story:For the first 15 months of his childhood Mike Smith was a little boy from Glen Innes waiting to find his forever family. Thirty-six years on, he’s a proud [biological] father of two and ready to reflect o...

What we think about women in construction

Poppy had never stood on a site until 2023. She joined our team after signing up to her BCITO building apprenticeship and we’re thrilled to be supporting her.  Having Poppy in the team has been a game changer for us, changing the dynamic of the whole team in a positive way.  Jasmine Lawrence is an advocate for women in construction and invited Mike to join her on her podcast, Pocket Rocket, to learn more about the way we do things here at Woodsmith. Our chat with Jasmine covers gende...

Woodsmith + Buildology: The power of architect + builder working hand in hand

In construction and renovation it’s not uncommon for architects and builders to find themselves at odds. At Woodsmith it’s our job to turn architectural plans into reality so it makes sense that we approach the architect-builder relationship as one of mutual collaboration.We’ve joined forces with architectural agency Buildology on a number of Auckland projects. Buildology’s Principal Designer, Romé Smit, shares her thoughts on why a united approach between architect and builder wor...