About Champion Builders

Auckland based builders specialising in heritage home renovations, architectural builds, and considered extensions.

Where it began and why it matters

Champion Builders was founded by Bowen Lanning, a Licensed Building Practitioner with a background in residential construction and architectural renovations. After working across a wide range of projects, Bowen identified a gap in the market for builders who truly understand the complexity of heritage homes.

Character properties require a different level of care. Original materials, ageing structures, and modern compliance all need to be balanced carefully. Champion Builders was established to deliver that balance, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern building standards.

Why We Specialise in Heritage Homes

Heritage and character homes are some of Auckland’s most valuable and unique properties. Renovating them requires experience, patience, and a deep understanding of how older homes are built.

We regularly work on villas, bungalows, and period homes where protecting original features is just as important as upgrading performance and comfort. Our work focuses on restoring and enhancing these homes while ensuring they meet current building standards.

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Our Approach

We take a hands on approach to every project, staying closely involved from the initial site visit through to completion. This allows us to maintain quality, consistency, and clear communication at every stage of the build.

Considered Planning

Every project begins with a clear understanding of your home, scope, and objectives. Proper planning upfront ensures informed decisions and fewer surprises during the build.

Hands On Delivery

We remain closely involved throughout construction, coordinating trades and managing quality at every stage to ensure work is completed correctly.

Quality First Execution

We prioritise workmanship and detail over speed. Each stage is completed with care, using experienced trades and proven building methods.

Clear Communication

You are kept informed throughout the build with clear updates and straightforward conversations. You will always know what stage your project is at.

Respect for Your Home

We treat every home as if it were our own, maintaining tidy sites, minimising disruption, and working with care, especially on heritage properties.

Our Team

Our team is made up of experienced builders and trusted trades who share the same standards for quality and professionalism. Every project is overseen by licensed professionals, ensuring work is completed correctly and to code.

We work closely with architects, designers, engineers, and council where required to ensure each project runs smoothly from planning through to completion.

How we deliver heritage projects

We work through a clear process designed to reduce uncertainty and keep you informed at every stage. From the first conversation through to handover, you'll understand what's happening and why. This is how we build trust.

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Client voices

What homeowners say about their renovations

I have had Bowen from Champion Builders do a great deal of work for me over the last few months.
He built 2 new decks, completely renovated a kitchen and downstairs bathroom (including new flooring throughout) plus a number of other tasks.

Catherine Williams
Homeowner, Ponsonby

Bowen and the team at Champion Builders delivered high-quality work! From removing a window to installing French doors, a Vitex deck, timber windows, and completing our kitchen, their craftsmanship was exceptional. Professional, detailed, and communicative throughout. Highly recommend!

Robert Hayes
Homeowner, Grey Lynn

Champion Builders did an excellent job with our home renovation project. They opened up our kitchen living area beautifully by moving non-load bearing walls, installed a fantastic new kitchen, renovated our main bathroom, and built a deck. Professional, attentive to detail, and highly recommended!

William Fish
Homeowner, Remuera