Our Story
Hi, I’m Bowen Lanning, Director of Champion Builders.
I started working in construction at the age of 17 with established building companies in Auckland. Over that time, I’ve done all manner of renovations, from basement dig-outs, to adding third stories to existing houses, and everything in between. I have predominantly worked on villa renovations in Devonport, Mt Eden, and surrounding areas, giving me almost two decades of transforming old heritage homes to today’s standards. Finding effective solutions to merging old features with new materials for a seamless look is my passion.
I started Champion Builders with the vision of a small team completing bespoke jobs to a high standard. We are local, licensed, and experienced, and every job I am either on the tools or closely project managing to ensure the finished project is of a standard that I would have in my own home.
Our team
Our team is efficient, and have worked together successfully for many years. We exclusively hire builders whose work we know and trust. Keeping good builders is core to delivering outcomes, which is why retaining and investing in our team is a top priority.
Our Approach
We’re into the detail, and always thinking ahead to how each decision will impact the final finish. Good building work means getting the little things right – there are no cutting corners or sloppiness in our work as we know that this will mar the final finish.
Our approach is about being transparent, straight-up, and solution-seeking. Ultimately, if it wouldn’t meet the standards for our own home, then it’s not workmanship we’d allow in yours.