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If you love where you live but your home no longer suits your lifestyle, a house extension can be a practical way to create the space you need. Whether your family is growing, you need additional bedrooms, or your home needs better flow and functionality, a well-planned extension can dramatically improve how you live day to day.
At NZ Proud, we specialise in home extensions across Wellington and the wider Kāpiti region. From small extensions through to major additions, we help homeowners create practical spaces that work for their families and their lifestyles.
Because we’re a local team, we know the quirks of Wellington and Kāpiti homes, from steep hillside sites and narrow access to coastal weatherproofing challenges. Over the years we’ve worked on hundreds of homes across the region, so we know what to anticipate and how to plan for it.
At NZ Proud, home extensions and alterations are at the core of what we do. We specialise in designing and building high-quality house extensions across Wellington, the Hutt Valley, Porirua, and the Kāpiti Coast, helping homeowners create more space, improve functionality, and add long-term value.
Every home and every family is different. Over the years, we’ve delivered hundreds of renovation and extension projects across the region, working on everything from character villas and tight inner-city sites to coastal homes and modern family builds.
Building a home extension is very different from a new build. It requires careful planning, structural expertise, and a deep understanding of how to work within and around an existing home.
Our team knows how to:
Because we specialise in extensions and alterations, we know how to unlock the full potential of your home and how it works day to day.
We design and build a wide range of home extensions across Wellington and Kāpiti, including:
We understand the unique conditions of building in the Wellington region, from wind exposure and coastal environments to older housing stock and varied site constraints.
NZ Proud is known across Wellington, the Hutt Valley, Porirua, and the Kāpiti Coast for delivering well-planned, high-quality home extensions that feel like a natural part of the original home.
Every project starts with a consultation with the Managing Director who will take the time to understand your ideas and provide practical advice on what is achievable.
Here's what to expect:
From the first consultation through to completion & after, NZ Proud provides the experience and support needed for a well-managed renovation.
If you'd like to have an initial conversation with our experienced renovation team, get in touch here.
Here’s what sets us apart:
If you'd like to have an initial conversation with our experienced renovation team, get in touch here.
Yes. NZ Proud provides a qualified Project Manager and experienced site Foreman to scope, and manage your project from start to finish.
Project timeframes vary depending on size and complexity. Smaller alterations may take a few months, while larger extensions or additions can take longer. NZ Proud provides realistic timeframes during the planning stage so you know what to expect.
NZ Proud can work with a local mortgage broker who can help advise on your budget and financial plan for any renovation project. It's recommended you discuss your financial position prior to engaging any builder as it's a critical piece of information to provide accurate advice.
We partner with experienced architectural designers and manage the design process for you. You don't need to engage an architect separately — we guide you through the entire process or can collaborate with your own chosen designer.
Make sure you start by selecting the right builder. Credibility, experience and service is crucial from the start and throughout your renovation journey.
Your first consultation with NZ Proud is carried out by a qualified and licensed Contracts Manager whose primary goal is to gather information and give you advice on your vision so you have the right information to make informed decisions. You can get started by contacting us here, and answer all the prompted questions as best you can, and we'll book a site visit at the earliest convenience.
Yes. All of our builders are fully qualified, licensed, and part of the NZ Proud team — not subcontractors. A Licensed Building Practitioner is registered and has credibility that they can provide enough experience to complete required work within the legislative requirements of their LBP accreditation. NZ Proud's carpenters are not only qualified carpenters, but all hold up to date LBP in Carpentry.
Absolutely. NZ Proud are members of the Master Builders association and can offer our clients the comprehensive 10 year Master Build guarantee. Our NZ Proud Guarantee includes a low-risk billing process, workmanship warranty, and 10-year implied warranties under the Building Act.
It's best to involve a renovation builder early in the planning stage. NZ Proud can provide practical advice and early cost guidance before plans are finalised, helping avoid costly redesigns later.
Yes, in most cases building consent is required. NZ Proud can help you understand the requirements and guide you through the consent process.
All renovations involve some disruption, but careful planning helps minimise the impact. NZ Proud works with homeowners to plan projects in a way that keeps the home as functional as possible.
Yes. NZ Proud provides early pricing guidance during the design stage so you can understand what is achievable within your budget.
Get in touch
Contact us for a consultation with one of our qualified licensed builders who can talk through your vision, answer your questions, and provide an estimate.