Building Plan
Knock Down & Rebuild
Start from scratch with a rebuild
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Love your land but not your home? Our Knock Down & Rebuild service makes it easy to start fresh.
Whether your home is outdated, too small, or just not working for your lifestyle, we’ll help you create something new – right where you want to be.
A FULL TEAM BEHIND YOU
Planning your home,
your way
When you build with Signature Homes, you’re backed by a whole team of experts, each playing their part to bring your new home to life.
We work with you to design a home that suits your style and budget, with a thorough briefing, site visit, concept designs, and clear, firm pricing.
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New Home Consultant
Your go-to expert from day one, helping you find the perfect fit for your lifestyle and budget.
Demolition Team
We’ll manage the full demolition of your existing home and prepare the site for your new home build.
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Design & Estimating Team
Our in-house design team uses the latest tech to bring your ideas to life—quickly and accurately.
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Interior Designer
An expert in style and trends, they’ll help you choose colours, finishes and fixtures that feel just right.
Dedicated Project Manager
You’ll have one key point of contact during your build, supported by a full team working behind the scenes.
Build Team
We only work with trusted, accredited contractors and follow strict quality processes to ensure your home is built to the highest standards.
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FAQs
Our Knock Down & Rebuild service makes it easy to start fresh on the land you already own. Whether your home is outdated, too small, or just not working for your lifestyle, we’ll help you create something new – right where you want to be.
What’s included in the process?
We manage the entire project, including site assessments, demolition, design, consents, and construction. You’ll also have a dedicated Project Manager to guide you from start to finish.
What building guarantees do you offer?
Signature Homes offers New Zealand’s best building guarantees — designed to protect you at every stage of your build.
Discover all our guarantees here.
Do I need council approval to knock down my house?
Yes – and we’ll take care of that for you. Our team manages all consent and compliance requirements with your local council so you don’t have to worry.
Is Knock Down & Rebuild more affordable than renovating?
In many cases, yes. Renovations can come with hidden costs and limitations, while a rebuild gives you a brand-new, low-maintenance home designed exactly how you want it – with no compromises.
Want to get into the detail?
View our entire Knock Down & Rebuild process guide
Recognition
We’ll give you award winning service
Quality Service
For the last 2 years we’ve been voted by New Zealanders as providing the highest quality service of any home design & builder.
Well Managed
We’re incredibly proud to have been named one of Deloitte’s Best Managed Companies for 2024.
Highly Trusted
For decades, Signature Homes has been recognised as one of New Zealand’s Most Trusted Brands.
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When you build with Signature Homes, you’re backed by New Zealand’s best building guarantees. From day one to well beyond move-in, your investment is protected every step of the way.
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How else can we help you?
Visit a showhome near you
See, feel and touch the Signature Homes quality for yourself in one of our showhomes located across the country.
Contact your local team
Our Signature Homes teams work across the country – and are as passionate about their area as you are.
Download digital resources
There’s a lot to think about when you’re building new – here’s the best place to start.