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We would like to acknowledge the following photographic contributors: Alex Wallace Photography Oliver Lee Photography John Mailley Photography Danvers Devereux Matakana Botanicals Louise M Photography Chris Sissarich
The plans shown in this brochure are concept drawings only. Final working drawings may change as they depend on location, design selection, site conditions etc.
Photos and images shown are indicative only and may differ from what is shown on drawings and plans.
Copyright on these designs, drawings and plans are exclusive to Customkit Buildings Limited.
SHELL ONLY KITSET PACKAGE PRICE The Shell only kitset package prices quoted are based on a high wind zone and the following specified products: Endura long run Colorsteel roofing, Marley PVC Typhoon rainwater spouting system, VANTAGE OR FIRST aluminium standard suite joinery, and Bandsawn plywood board and batten cladding. (A complete set of inclusions can be found on page 38).
ESTIMATED COMPLETION GUIDE The estimated building completion cost figure is a guide only and can change depending on a variety of factors including site location, builder rates, specific site complications, council requirements, snow loadings and wind zones etc.
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We would like to acknowledge the following photographic contributors: Alex Wallace Photography Oliver Lee Photography John Mailley Photography Danvers Devereux Matakana Botanicals Louise M Photography Chris Sissarich
The plans shown in this brochure are concept drawings only. Final working drawings may change as they depend on location, design selection, site conditions etc.
Photos and images shown are indicative only and may differ from what is shown on drawings and plans.
Copyright on these designs, drawings and plans are exclusive to Customkit Buildings Limited.
SHELL ONLY KITSET PACKAGE PRICE The Shell only kitset package prices quoted are based on a high wind zone and the following specified products: Endura long run Colorsteel roofing, Marley PVC Typhoon rainwater spouting system, VANTAGE OR FIRST aluminium standard suite joinery, and Bandsawn plywood board and batten cladding. (A complete set of inclusions can be found on page 38).
ESTIMATED COMPLETION GUIDE The estimated building completion cost figure is a guide only and can change depending on a variety of factors including site location, builder rates, specific site complications, council requirements, snow loadings and wind zones etc.
Customkit Builders - Leading the Way for Beautiful Natural Wood Barns, Sheds & Lifestyle Buildings Customkit is a New Zealand owned and operated company with two decades of experience and has supplied buildings throughout New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. We are leaders in the design and supply of stunning, eco-friendly, natural wooden buildings, in both residential and commercial markets.
Thank you for taking the time to visit us hopefully with the view of selecting Customkit as your building partner. I hope you found the opportunity to learn more about us, and the wonderful benefits of wood, worthwhile.
As you would expect I’m passionate about building with wood and genuinely take pride in seeing this wonderful product being used to create our range of structures.
We’ve been building residential and commercial buildings throughout New Zealand, and as far as the Pacific Islands, for close to two decades; again, using wood as our natural material of choice.
I’m also proud of the fact that we’re a 100% New Zealand owned and operated business dedicated to offering people a full range of building options. From a ‘shell only’ kitset package through to a
complete design and build service using our nationwide builder network.
When you work with our design team you’ll find professionals committed to helping you design, and realise, your dream home or structure. You also have the choice of an ever expanding range of plans which are designed for both city/ urban living, lifestyle blocks, farms and holiday homes.
At Customkit we believe that no building project should be ever be stressful. The Customkit team is there to guide you to ensure your project is both rewarding and enjoyable.
We leave nothing to chance. Every building leaves our factory with a comprehensive Builder’s Bible where all the elements needed to build the structure are itemized and accounted for.
Clearly if you want a Stunning, High Quality Barn with Accommodation, Wooden Home, HouseBarn, Shed/ Lifestyle Building or the like we’re the natural choice.
Read through this guide at your leisure….and don’t hesitate to contact the Customkit team at any stage if you have any questions.
We look forward to working with you.
MICHAEL ANSELMI Managing Director Customkit Buildings & Ecospan
Lifestyle Buildings Barns, Sheds &
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We leave nothing to chance. Every building leaves our factory with a comprehensive Builder’s Bible where all the elements needed to build the structure are itemised and accounted for.
OPTIONS APLENTY Customkit offers a range of building options from the supply of shell-only kitset packages where you can use your own builder right through to using a Customkit Network Builder who can manage your project for you.
A SYSTEM BUILT FOR SPEED A typical shell package consists of all materials required to get your building to a locked up fully enclosed stage excluding the floor. Consent plans and detail drawings, all structural framing, pre-cut and nailed walls internal and external, portal systems, mid floor framing and flooring with internal stairs if required, roof framing, trusses, building wraps, roofing and wall cladding, joinery, spouting and down pipes plus all hardware required to construct to the lock up stage.
CREATE YOUR BUILDING NOT OURS With a Customkit building you have the flexibility to decorate and finish the building as you want, even to the extent of doing some or all of it yourself.
GET CREATIVE WITH CLADDING We work with a variety of cladding options. Our much admired Board and Batten cladding continues to blend the traditional look with the modern or you can choose timber weatherboards, cedar cladding, fibre cement Axon panel, vertical colorsteel or a mixture of any of the above. If you have some other
particular cladding in mind by all means discuss the options with us.
THE CUSTOMKIT DIFFERENCE We go out of our way to deliver stunning architectural quality buildings that are as different as the individuals we’re building for.
Our plans are value for money and done in such a way that wastage is kept to a minimum.
We are leaders in delivering innovation across a number of building applications - particularly prefabrication which is being touted as the future for the building industry.
We have also developed expertise in the use of LVL panels that allow us to create such distinctive living environments. Customkit also provides people with options - particularly in allowing owners to do as much, or as little, as they want in being part of the building process. A most satisfied customer put it succinctly.
FINANCING YOUR CUSTOMKIT To get informed advice and assistance in financing your kitset package give one of our advisors a call (REFER TO PAGE XX). This will assist you in working out how much you will be able to borrow to finance your project. They can also advise you on how best to structure the kitset package costs and the building costs in terms of the individual contracts.
RENEWABLE AND SUSTAINABLE We use only the best available products giving the assurance to our clients that only premium products have been used. From the initial forest planting, through the production phase and finally to completed construction, our buildings are proudly “New Zealand Made” from a renewable and sustainable resource.
SELECT US AS YOUR BUILDING PARTNER Talk to us further about the many benefits of choosing Customkit as your building partner and the benefits of a timber kitset package.
“From the start I wanted to be part of the build. Most of the more traditional
building companies I talked to wouldn’t allow any involvement. The Customkit bapproach of providing the kitset and
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CREATE YOUR HOME NOT OURS With a Customkit building you have the flexibility to decorate and finish the house as you want, even to the extent of doing some or all of it yourself.
BEAUTIFUL HOUSES WITH LARGE CLEAR SPANS With the option of high cathedral/skillion ceilings, LVL portals and feature beams, or a more conventional flat ceiling, Customkit gives you the ability to shape the end product to suit individual needs.
GET CREATIVE WITH CLADDING We work with a variety of cladding options. Our much admired Board and Batten cladding continues to blend the traditional look with the modern or you can choose timber weatherboards, cedar cladding, fibre cement Axon panel, vertical colorsteel or a mixture of any of the above. If you have some other particular cladding in mind by all means discuss the options with us.
THE CUSTOMKIT DIFFERENCE In a ‘cookie cutter’ world of ‘me to’ styled turnkey housing choices (or
actually lack thereof) Customkit’s time proven approach is a literal breath of fresh air.
One where we go out of our way to deliver stunning architectural quality houses that are as different as the individuals we’re building for.
We have also developed expertise in the use of LVL panels that allow us to create such distinctive living environments.
Customkit also provides people with options - particularly in allowing owners to do as much, or as little, as they want in being part of the building process.
A most satisfied customer put it succinctly:
“From the start I wanted to be part of the build. Most of the more traditional housing companies I talked to wouldn’t allow any involvement. The Customkit approach of providing the kitset and then allowing others to build and be involved was perfect for us.”
FINANCING YOUR CUSTOMKIT HOME To get informed advice and assistance in financing your kitset package give one of our advisors a call. This will assist you in working out how much you will be able to borrow to finance your project. They can also advise you on how best to structure the kitset package costs and the building costs in terms of the individual contracts.
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housing companies I talked to wouldn’t allow any involvement. The Customkit
approach of providing the kitset and then allowing others to build and be
involved was perfect for us.”
The Longhouse Collection
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CREATE YOUR HOME NOT OURS With a Customkit building you have the flexibility to decorate and finish the house as you want, even to the extent of doing some or all of it yourself.
BEAUTIFUL HOUSES WITH LARGE CLEAR SPANS With the option of high cathedral/skillion ceilings, LVL portals and feature beams, or a more conventional flat ceiling, Customkit gives you the ability to shape the end product to suit individual needs.
GET CREATIVE WITH CLADDING We work with a variety of cladding options. Our much admired Board and Batten cladding continues to blend the traditional look with the modern or you can choose timber weatherboards, cedar cladding, fibre cement Axon panel, vertical colorsteel or a mixture of any of the above. If you have some other particular cladding in mind by all means discuss the options with us.
THE CUSTOMKIT DIFFERENCE In a ‘cookie cutter’ world of ‘me to’ styled turnkey housing choices (or
actually lack thereof) Customkit’s time proven approach is a literal breath of fresh air.
One where we go out of our way to deliver stunning architectural quality houses that are as different as the individuals we’re building for.
We have also developed expertise in the use of LVL panels that allow us to create such distinctive living environments.
Customkit also provides people with options - particularly in allowing owners to do as much, or as little, as they want in being part of the building process.
A most satisfied customer put it succinctly:
“From the start I wanted to be part of the build. Most of the more traditional housing companies I talked to wouldn’t allow any involvement. The Customkit approach of providing the kitset and then allowing others to build and be involved was perfect for us.”
FINANCING YOUR CUSTOMKIT HOME To get informed advice and assistance in financing your kitset package give one of our advisors a call. This will assist you in working out how much you will be able to borrow to finance your project. They can also advise you on how best to structure the kitset package costs and the building costs in terms of the individual contracts.
SEE VIDEO ONLINE www.customkit.co.nz
housing companies I talked to wouldn’t allow any involvement. The Customkit
approach of providing the kitset and then allowing others to build and be
involved was perfect for us.”
The Longhouse Collection
One of the benefits in working with Customkit was to make the home as sustainable as possible with solar power, eco-friendly septic tanks and wetbacks for hot water.
I...like the fact you could have as much personal input in the design as you wanted.
One of the great things working with Customkit was the ability to have our say in everything.
Our main reason for going with Customkit was the unique ability through LVL portals to create open spaces with plenty of height.
What I like about the Customkit concept was the fact that if the need requires in the future, we can definately add on.
Their expertise in giving us the tips to make things happen in a cost effective and efficient way was invaluable.
The fact Customkit uses wooden materials that are naturally grown, and sustainably harvested, meant they became an important part of the project.
Having achieved the barn/ workshop of my dreams and a building that will stand the test of time, not to mention being the envy of my neighbours and colleagues.
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WHY BUILD WITH WOOD? There are many advantages of a timber building. Wood is:
1. Durable • Wood treated with the appropriate level of preservative, and properly maintained, can last in service for a hundred years. • There are no corrosion issues with wood • Wood also acts as a humidity regulator, absorbing moisture when humid and desorbing moisture when the air is dry.
6. Environmentally superior • Steel framing uses 10 times more energy than timber • Wood is natural, renewable, sustainable and carbon neutral. • Wood is the ultimate renewable building material when it is produced from sustainable forests. As trees are cut down, more are planted.
7. An energy saving material • A timber framed home is likely to require less energy for heating - a warmer environment at a lower cost.
3. Fast and flexible to use • Timber provides for flexibility of design, and allows modifications and tweaks to layout during the construction process. Factory pre-fabricated and pre-cut steel frames do not. •Wood is easier and more accommodating to build with than other building alternatives - it can be cut, nailed, drilled and bolted with ease lessening the need for specialist equipment.
4. Safer in earthquakes • Wood absorbs energy making it especially ideal in earthquake prone areas.
2. Fire resistant • When exposed to fire, wood retains its strength longer than steel • The insulating properties of timber provide built-in fire resistance. Large timber members burn slowly, and form char on the surface. The un-burnt timber retains some strength and stability during a fire. • Wood handles extreme weather conditions better than other materials.
5. Warmer • Wood has been shown to be 400 times better than steel in keeping heat in and cold out. • Research has shown that throughout the South Island, a steel framed home with polystyrene or plywood thermal break will not meet the minimum building code requirements for insulation performance, and additional insulation will be required, increasing costs and build time. Timber framed homes will exceed building code requirements anywhere in New Zealand without the need for an additional thermal break.
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Find a Style That Inspires you Working With You to Design a Building
Before you decide on your Building Partner make sure you are aware of ALL the costs involved in Building your Barn House or Barn with Accommodation as it is expensive and time consuming to convert a steel barn into a habitable barn at a later time.
Customkit Buildings have a range of quality wooden lifestyle barns with accommodation designs to suit a wide variety of requirements—budget, style, personal needs, space, location, size or usage considerations. Our plans look great on the farm, in holiday situations or on lifestyle blocks.
Customkit will work with you to design a building to get exactly what you want. You can customise any of our plans with minimal cost.
Our Barns with accommodation, Life Style Barns or HouseBarns are well suited as a temporary short term dwelling solution or equally for those that want a building to live in long term.
There is a trend now for people looking for spaces where they can live, but where they can also store their ‘toys’ – be they boats, caravans, motorhomes, cars and car collections, horse trucks/ floats, farm vehicles etc.
A Customkit building solution allows you to legally build a building which is specific in use yet complies with
the building regulations for both the residential area as well as the barn/ ancillary area.
Our buildings are very adaptable using a modular system. They are constructed using a clear span, timber portal with timber infill panels. We use conventional pre-cut and nailed frames around the timber portal system or alternatively conventional rafter and truss roof framing, again using predominantly plywood board and batten cladding.
Customkit use only the best available products and all materials used are manufactured and supplied by New Zealand companies and are specifically designed to complement the New Zealand landscape.
THE CUSTOMKIT DIFFERENCE
If, on the other hand, you want your personality and tastes to shine through, then Customkit wants to be part of your plans.
We take pride and delight in offering people solutions that suit them, not us.
For over 26 years we have created homes and other lifestyle buildings that look superb in the New Zealand landscape.
While some are now saying that prefabrication is going to be the salvation for house building in New Zealand, we’ve been following this path from the start by supplying high quality kitset packages. We’re keenly aware of the savings in time, and costs, this approach allows.
Our team has a wealth of knowledge and experience and are at your service to develop plans that suit your land and, most importantly, your budget.
Our ‘building system’ and our ‘inhouse’ staff with invaluable, practical building knowledge ensure that what ‘we design’ we know can be built which enables not only a stunning result but a functional and affordable one.
With a Customkit you have the flexibility to decorate and finish your home as you want, even to the extent of doing all or some of this yourself.
You can also take advantage of special deals and opportunities to purchase lighting, bathroom/laundry fittings, your kitchen and flooring, wall coverings, paint, and insulation.
We are flexible and can service anyone anywhere in New Zealand. We can work closely with your building team if you have one or can engage a quality builder from our Customkit Nationwide network.
We can take care of all your Building Consents. Delivering
If you don’t have ideas; don’t want to be different; insist on conformity; and dread having to make a statement about YOU; then Customkit might not be the right building company to choose.
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If a Resource Consent is required we have an associate company that can handle this for you.
More and more discerning people are discovering the benefits of what we call The Customkit Difference.
Prefabrication means our kitset packages are delivered to your site like a large jigsaw puzzle. This cuts down on deliveries, overall disruption and mess.
LVL portals and frames are all fabricated in a factory environment and then transported to site when the builder is ready for them. Again, this cuts down on waste and cost.
Our cladding is cut to size for maximum waste minimisation and also transported to site when the builder is ready to close the building in.
Reduced cost blow outs and inefficiencies can be achieved as ‘exact’ amount of all materials is produced and transported to site.
Each building comes with a ‘Builders Bible’ which documents all of the technical information needed to construct the building. For further support 24/7 we’re just a phone call away.
We use quality building materials and have a team of suppliers that we know can, and will, deliver the best.
This includes having connections to help you with the selection of colours, appliances, fittings and whatever else you need to make your house a home. At preferential rates we’ve negotiated on your behalf.
buildings
“Customkit is great as essentially they build every building twice. Virtually on the computer
including every nail, screw, piece of wood, and then the second time onsite. This helps
eliminate an extensive array of quality problems common to normal onsite construction”
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“DESPITE THE SEARCHES NOTHING REALLY APPEALED UNTIL I STARTED DOING ANOTHER WEB SEARCH AND I CAME ACROSS CUSTOMKIT. IT WAS A CASE OF LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT, ESPECIALLY THE CLASSIC BARN DESIGNS ON OFFER AND THE FACT THE
MATERIAL USED WAS TIMBER.”
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Four years ago, Remuera businessman Denvers Devereux bought two heactares of rundown Matakana farmland and began the process of regeneration to create both
a productive nusery, and the new headquarters for hs Matakana Botanicals (formerly Les Floralies) bath
and bodycare company. Danvers spoke about the transformation to an eco haven.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY STEPHEN PENNY Botanical Garden
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The company formerly known as Les Floralies specialises in products under a variety of labels made in New Zealand.
It started in 1986 as a home basement business creating pot pourri out of a bath tub and has evolved into the country’s most established premium ‘bath and body’ company.
Its range occupies prime retail real estate in upmarket stores in Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Japan, Australia and the United Arab Emirates. The company also supplies Emirates Airlines First Class, and a number of world class hotels, with their unique ‘Sleep’ and ‘Focus’ sniff boxes.
The one annoying blip in a brand story that otherwise oozes goodness and luxury was the concrete head office and distribution centre in industrial South Auckland. With everything else so natural and pure it seemed slightly out of step. Until the move was made to Matakana.
Danvers Devereux is the son of company founder Colyn Devereux-Kay. He has transformed what was an overgrown junk yard full of old wrecks and general rubbish into a showcase for some of New Zealand’s finest natural products.
He spent months working out the sort of environment he wanted to develop as his own home and also the ‘home’ for Matakana Botanicals. The rustic quality of
board and batten was a must and for that he says it was natural to choose Customkit.
“New Zealand offers the ideal environment to create our products and to source premium natural ingredients from specialised growers. This in turn is reflected in the quality of the products we produce utilising macadamia oil, extra virgin olive oil, wild harvested organic manuka honey and oil and lavender. Much is sourced locally in Matakana plus further afield in Great Barrier Island.
“It was important to me that we had open, airy and natural spaces that did justice to our brand and suppliers. Given their product is naturally-grown and made out of a renewable resource, Customkit became an important part of the project.”
MATAKANA BOTANICALS IS DESIGNED TO BE THE EPITOME OF STYLE, PURITY AND CLASS WITH A DISTINCT LOCAL TWIST.
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The buildings are 90% energy efficient and the objective was to create as many aspects and functions as possible that were sustainable. Everything had to fit with the natural theme, even the loo, an environmentally-friendly septic tank system created by Biolytix using nature (in, the form of worms) to break down waste.
“When you’re ‘walking to the talk’ of protecting the planet it’s important to go that extra distance to achieve great results,” says Danvers.
Over the past three years Danvers has worked with Matakana builder Gus McKergow and members of the Customkit crew to develop a series of buildings dotted around the 1.82 hectare landscape. It includes the main office, a warehouse, shop and cafe, a distillery and candle manufacturing area, and a combination implement shed and honey house. There is even a special place for the original pot pourri bath tub where the whole story started.
Gus says he particularly likes working with clients who choose the Customkit route. “They are interesting, hands-on people, who want to have their say in the creation of their environment. That’s more interesting for me and my team. It means we’re creating places with a great deal of imagination, individuality, style and flair.”
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Danvers reckons he struck it lucky with Customkit/Ecospan which specializes in board and batten barns with a unique timber portal system. The portals are made from laminated veneer lumber (LVL) connected with nailed plywood gussets onto the LVL component. The way LVL is used here means it doesn’t have to be treated as the fully exposed portals can be seen and monitored.
However, the ply-board walls are regarded as structural and building regulations forbade staining the outside in favour of paint. He chose an elegant coat of black – Resene ‘All Black’, to be exact – iconic, sporty and staunch – and discovered Resene CoolColour technology.
This innovation means the surface heat will build up more slowly and to
STRIKING IT LUCKY
“When you are creating a product range that is the epitome of style, purity, eco-friendliness and class, your ‘home’ must exude the same properties.
In the case of Matakana Botanicals, the natural choice was Customkit. Owner Danvers Devereux considers himself lucky to have discovered the innovative ways Customkit uses wood.
It was imperative that the buildings would feature open, airy and natural looking spaces that would do justice as a show case for the Matakana Botanicals’ and it suppliers.
The fact Customkit uses wooden materials that are naturally grown, and sustainably harvested, meant they became an important part of the project.
Over the past three years Customkit worked with local builder Gus McKergow to develop a series of buildings dotted around the 1.82 hectare landscape. These include the main office, a warehouse, shop and cafe, a distillery and candle manufacturing area, and a combination implement shed and honey house.”
- Danvers Devereux
a significantly lower level than a “not so cool” traditional colour. Danvers’ four barns were built using pine from regenerating forests, positioned in such a way as to allow natural light to enter and heat the space in winter.
More than 90 percent of the light bulbs are either LED or energy efficient and skylights help light the space even in gloomy weather. The building also has windows, bi-fold doors and louvres which open to create airflow for coolness, bypassing energy-guzzling air-conditioning units.
The cupboard doors to the computer system’s server generator are left open at night to let out the day’s accumulated warm air to heat the office. Wool insulation also helps maintain warmth without using excess power.
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KEEPING THE CREATIVE JUICES FLOWING FOR ARTISAN VENTURES REQUIRES THE RIGHT INGREDIENTS. BUILDINGS ARE ONE
Artisans are defined as people skilled in an applied ‘art’ and more specifically as a person or company that makes a high quality or distinctive product using traditional methods. These operations are often located next to or near their source of product which in most cases is a rustic, clean and green environment, all of which makes Customkit a natural selection when it comes to creating special working places and spaces.
Retired surgeon John Edwards and his wife Margaret (an olive oil expert and New Zealand’s only international olive oil judge) own and operate The Waiheke Olive Oil Company that produces Matiatia Grove olive oil on Waiheke Island.
As the venture expanded John applied his clinical precision to look potential building partners that would add value to the ambiance and functionality of their venture.
“When we were looking to build a barn the instant appeal was the fact Customkit’s were wooden structures. On Waiheke Island people are very sensitive to the environment and what structures ‘fit in’ on the landscape.
Another benefit was the sound absorption from wood, the processing plant and other machinery involved in olive oil making is a noisy affair.”
The ability to use laminated wooden beams to gain height in the barn was another plus. But the winning feature was getting a great report on the product from local builder Tony Page who also happened to build a Customkit barn.
“Once we made the decision Customkit worked in very closely with Tony Page to design what we needed. Along the way the flexibility to make changes to the structure was also a real benefit.”
Customkit barns are also used to best advantage by another down-to- earth business in Central Otago, the most southern grape-growing region in the world.
Remarkable Wines are made exclusively from single vineyards located in Gibbston Valley and Bannockburn, Central Otago’s premium grape- growing regions. It was the intention of winemaker and owner Richard Guthrey to develop an organic and boutique operation that would be best in class.
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“I embarked on this project about six years ago after buying the vineyard. The type of building I was looking for had to be multi-purpose and also be at home in our special part of the world. I started looking and went to one or two trade shows, and Fieldays in Hamilton, to look at a number of barns.”
Despite his searches nothing really appealed until he started doing another web search and came across Customkit. It was a case of love at first sight, especially the classic barn designs on offer and the fact the material used was timber.
“What also appealed is the wide-span that could be used to create spaces in any way one desired. I felt it met the environmental criteria I was looking for as well as the practical side of things. I also liked the fact you could have as much personal input in the design as you wanted.”
The design flexibility suited Richard’s palette. “You go through the process of looking at designs and often don’t really know what you want. It’s only when you start living or working in the area you find things out so the ability to put the exterior up and then think about how the interior might work is a real bonus.
The ultimate finished look is very rustic and eclectic but at the same time very functional.”
It’s also Customkit at Cromwell’s RiverRock Estate, a three-and-a-half acre boutique bed and breakfast, with a vineyard and winery growing pinot gris, sauvignon blanc, pinot noir and a variety of table grapes.
Like the others, owner Graeme McDowell found the benefits of building with wood - and working with Customkit - irresistible.
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“The wide-span that could be used to create spaces in any way one desired.
I felt it met the environmental criteria I was looking for as well as the practical
side of things.”
IT’S ONLY NATURAL
“The type of building that I was looking for had to be multi-purpose and also be at home in our special part of the world. I started looking and went to one or two tradeshows, and field days in Hamilton, to look at a number of barns.
What also appealed is the widespan that could be used to create spaces in any way one desired. I felt it met the environmental criteria I was looking for as well as the practical side of things. I also liked the fact you could have as much personal input into the design as you wanted.
The ultimate finished look is very rustic and eclectic but at the same time very functional.”
DISTANCE NOT AN ISSUE
“Thanks Customkit for a great building.
After looking at various other options Customkit came out on top over all. I have to say we were apprehensive at first as Cromwell is almost another world away from Pukekohe, all our contact was by phone, post or email and we never had a single issue. Even got invited to attend the car racing at Pukekohe.
If you’re looking for a barn style building you can’t go past Customkit.
Everyone’s welcome to call in and have a look at River Rock Estate Vineyard, Winery, B & B, Cromwell.”
- Richard Guthery, Remarkable Wines, - Graeme McDowell, Riverrock Winery
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Barn ParkWhen it came to providing space to house a collection of vintage German automobiles, a high-end wooden barn
got the green light.
Gollum had ‘his precious’ in the form of a ring and there is no question that a stable of classic Volkswagens and Porsches would fall into the same category.
Anything authentically connected to the heritage and values of these world-leading brands, including a carefully created parking area, would have to have precision and attention to detail high on the list.
Ferdinand Porsche has made his mark on the prestige automobile world, not just those bearing his name but other world-beating brands too. In the early 1920s he oversaw the development of the Mercedes compressor. In 1931 he founded his own business, the Porsche Car Company, and set about designing a series of vehicles bearing his name and the popular VW marque.
Many around the world share the passion including this New Zealand-based collector who developed a love affair for the Teutonic-inspired technology. His collection includes classic Porsches, VW Beetles, and the OE vehicle of choice, the VW Kombi.
As well as being an avid procurer of these timeless brands, his ability to faithfully restore a whole range of German automobiles is part of the ‘mix’, winning awards built on authenticity and a clear understanding of the culture and traditions behind each model.
His lifelong dream, to create a building that would both protect his investment and create an environment for enjoying his collection and the finer things in life, has now been fulfilled.
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A Customkit barn with high ceilings, sound- proofing and temperature control capabilities was the starting point. The burnished concrete floors sparkle under the reflection of the industrial-style lighting. Overall the interior look is reminiscent of the German Bauhaus design style, one where art and creativity have a direct relationship with technology and peoples’ living requirements.
The black painted cedar beams and ply walls and ceilings make for a dramatic backdrop that is both rugged and refined. Clean lines and open spaces dominate the areas dedicated to the parking and work areas for the automobiles. Near one of the entrances is a luxury area pandering to human needs, including a bespoke bar area, fire place and lounge area. Turkish rugs introduce another level of comfort and visual warmth.
Blending the old with the new, two of the VWs have been painted with what could well be contemporary Karen Walker colour palettes to introduce a bit of fun and fashion.
Sexy, sophisticated and stylish certainly applies to the world of Porsche and this alluring Barn Park pleasure dome.
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HOT TO TROT
PRESIDENT RONALD REAGAN is credited with the quote: “The best thing for the inside of a man is to be on the outside of the horse.” Perhaps the next best ‘thing’ is to create the ultimate working environment to house a successful trotting business.
In the lush fields of South Auckland’s Waiau Pa is one particular operation that has a track record of success and winning ways. The Alta Dream Lodge is well named—producing racing bloodlines carrying the Alta breeding brand that then deliver dreams on race day.
The operation is built around the favourable foundations, and characteristics, of mares with the right gait, speed, pedigree, temperament and performance.
These are then matched with stallions capable of siring offspring that will ensure success season after season.
Alta’s track record to date shows that the DNA of the operation is in a very healthy state.
When it came to selecting a company with a pedigree for building quality barns and stable complexes Customkit was first past the post. The 291.2 sq m
structure speaks of quality and a professional approach to taking care of the business at hand.
High studded American-style barns are pleasing to the eye and also have the versatility, and flexibility, for offering a series of working and handling areas for horses of all stages and ages.
These include horse bays, utility areas, tack rooms and covered areas as well as facilities for the two legged occupants offering bath and shower rooms.
The Longrun corrugated Colorsteel roofing starts at a 15 degree pitch then soars to 35 degree. At the very top is a cupola structure that is both a crowning part of the design and a means of allowing more air, and light, into the areas below.
Marley PVC spouting has been applied to the timber fascia board. The outside is 1.2 mm bandsawn plywood cladding with timber battens on timber framed walls.
The whole effect is an open, airy, easily accessible and pleasing to the eye structure.
IN A COUNTRY THAT IS CLEARLY HORSE CRAZY, HARNESS RACING HAS A PARTICULAR FOLLOWING AND PRIDE OF PLACE.
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Barns were once practical farm buildings for livestock, but now it’s humansmaking the move in droves to live in barns
with all the creature comforts of home.
Barn Sweet Home
Barn Sweet Home
Barns are now the residence of choice for a growing number of people who love the combination of rustic living and oodles of space. People also like the sense of tradition and history in the places they now call home.
That was the case for builder Robin Verhoef. Many people dream of having their own slice of ‘Americana’ to work with and live in, and helping him create his wide open space was a job for Customkit.
“Having been a builder for many years, I know a good product and design when I see it. The engineering and design is structurally solid which was a priority to me in an industry where standards can be compromised which then can have an impact on the end result.
“My brief to Customkit was to achieve a quality workshop, barn and storage facility with the addition of a subsidiary dwelling at the rear including the mezzanine area. The Customkit system provided the design fl exibility that enabled us to develop the project as we wanted. The advice provided was practical and always solution- focused.”
“I’m very pleased with the outcome, having achieved the barn/workshop of my dreams and a building that will stand the test of time.”
Another wanting the best of all worlds was Warwick Bremner. It took him 15 years to achieve his dream and get planning permission although he wasn’t waiting for consent from the local council, but rather from his wife.
The barn and accommodation also collection. Two of these have been handed down to me and it was my responsibility to develop a home for them that would keep the vintage cars in prime condition. Once I found out about Customkit I was convinced they were the people to go with.”
Warwick built the barn himself, working closely with Customkit to resolve any issues that came up during the build.
“The hardest part was fi nishing the portals and beams... largely because of the poor weather at the time. Lucky for me the instructions from Customkit meant that even the elements couldn’t stop me from building what I wanted.” Customkit’s Managing Director Michael
THEY’RE ADAPTABLE, FLEXIBLE, AND GIVEN THE FACT BARN DESIGNS WERE ORIGINALLY BASED ON CHURCH LAYOUTS, A ‘HEAVENLY’ PLACE FOR STORING SPECIAL POSSESSIONS AND AS ANIMAL ABODES.
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Anselmi says the house/barn combination is catching on among people who want the flexibility of storing their belongings and also housing themselves.
“Often this is an ideal solution for getting people started on a lifestyle block before they move on to build their main house. For others this turns out to be just what had the main ‘job’ of housing some very precious treasures that needed secure storage.
“I shopped around to fi nd a system that would offer protection to some vintage cars that originally came from my father’s they want in a home... one that is easy to maintain and also keep secure.
“We talk about barn houses but in fact living areas can be included on most structures. We also fi nd that once people fall in love with the rustic ‘board and batten’ look they’re more than happy to come to us to build barn-style homes, houses, cottages and other buildings.”
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“I’m very pleased with the outcome, having achieved the barn/workshop of my dreams and a building that will stand the
test of time.”
THE ULTIMATE TOY BOX
I waited 15 years for planning permission to build my shed. It wasn’t council consent that I was waiting for but consent from my wife!
With very rare and precious treasures needing to be stored undercover it was important for me to build a shed that would offer the protection vehicles of this distinction deserved. I have two of Dad’s prized possessions that have now been handed down to me.
I built the shed myself--I know enough about building to get into trouble but the materials and instructions from Customkit made it easy. Any issues were quickly resolved and Customkit was great to work with.
The hardest part was the portals and beams due to bad weather and howling gails. However the weather didn’t stop me and I managed to get the building closed in within 6 weeks, with a few weeks on the job by myself. If the weather had been kinder the whole job would have been much quicker.
- Warwick Bremner
CUSTOMKIT BUILDINGS
Having your ‘toys’ just a wall away is the stuff dreams are made of.
The Best of all Worlds
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There are several styles of barns with accommodation. One style is a building where the barn portion shares a wall with the house portion. Sometimes the house portion will extend into part of the loft on the second storey of the barn portion.
Another style features the barn as the lower portion of the building and the house as the second floor.
Barn-style homes have become a lifestyle favourite but the actual creation of a barn and a home under one roof is finding favour with a growing number of New Zealanders, primarily because it allows one’s ‘world’ to be in just one place. It also means that the building budget can be stretched further without having to consider separate structures. The solution also provides a place to live while the main house, or dwelling, takes shape.
MAN CAVE HEAVEN
All of these were criteria for Robin Tennent when deciding on how to approach the creation of his lifestyle property in the West Auckland suburb of Riverhead.
He always had plans to build a garage/ barn that would be the initial ‘base camp’ as the main house was being built, with the prospect that it would
evolve into the ultimate ‘man cave’ when the more formal dwelling was finished.
Initially it had to be a civilised place to live for his wife and one son who was still living at home. It also had to have enough room for storing two house lots of furniture, plus enough space to allow for ‘toys’ to be housed.
“We clearly didn’t want to be paying rent for the duration of the main house build which was going to be a substantial period of time. It made great sense to put money into an asset that would be useable from the outset.”
Robin had trawled the Internet looking at particular solutions and kept coming back to Customkit as a company offering a stylish and well-built solution.
“There were a variety of design options that allowed us to work out what layout we wanted. First and foremost we needed an excellent garage and storage option. There also had to be sufficient room for my hoist that I use in my hobby of ‘mechanical tinkering’.”
“We also wanted an accommodation solution that could be kept clean, tidy and toasty warm during the winter months.”
AMERICAN STYLE
The structure is a variation on an American barn-style building. It is two storeys, custom designed with a 25 degree roof pitch with the future ‘man cave’ on the ground and the living areas upstairs. There is a commercial standard 4.2m roller door into the workshop. The vertical corrugate cladding is done in Colorsteel Ironsand.
Robin says there is a real advantage to living on the land as the main house is being built particularly in terms of the ‘flow’ of the property and taking time to make decisions without being rushed.
“The building is also able to be futureproofed and can be changed depending on plans. We may rent it out at a later stage or even have as accommodation for family. There are no plans to have farm animals inside other than another area on the land for family dogs and cats to relax and enjoy.”
He says dealing with Customkit from the get-go has been splendid. “They’re professional, able to resolve any matters quickly and overall a quality, excellent organisation to work with in every regard. They really understand barns and have a history of creating some marvellous structures.”
FOR COST AND SPACE SAVINGS; FOR A RUSTIC RURAL LOOK; AND FOR 24/7 ACCESSIBILITY TO EVERYONE, AND EVERYTHING YOU HOLD DEAR, NOTHING QUITE COMPARES WITH A BARN AND ACCOMMODATION ‘COMBO’.
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Interactivity is a key element of the precinct, which has features such as giant gumboot play structures and a secret ‘blow hole’ that blasts unsuspecting visitors with water. Visitors begin by crossing into Penguin Point, a representation of our coastal landscape featuring recycled wharf timbers, boat houses and rocky landscaping with native planting that is home to the Little Blue Penguin.
Then it is on to Pohutukawa Farm, which celebrates our history of agriculture and what farming means today. There are community vegetable gardens, bees, kune kune pigs, sheep and eels as well as play activities.
The cornerstone of Pohutukawa Farm is the barn, which was supplied by Pukekohe-based Customkit Buildings. Brought into the ‘neighbourhood’ by Isthmus, Customkit Building’s natural abilities helped make the centrepiece building feel right at home in the overall environment. Isthmus principal landscape architect Dan Males says Customkit Buildings’ style was perfect in creating a domain where visitors could spend time learning more about the each individual species. “Their barn
AT A COST OF $5.9 MILLION, THE PROJECT WAS DESIGNED BY INNOVATIVE ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPING FIRM ISTHMUS AND TOOK 15 MONTHS TO COMPLETE BUT WAS THE SUBJECT OF MANY YEARS OF PLANNING. HAWKINS INFRASTRUCTURE WAS THE MAIN CONTRACTOR ON THE JOB.
is the focus for a key interactive area called the Pohutukawa Farm,” he says “The Zoo was keen to have a timberframed building that matched a rural/farm aesthetic reminiscent of what you may find in the Wairarapa for example,” says Dan of the bright red barn that has a classic ColorSteel® corrugate roof in ‘Ironsand’.
Dan says, “The result is understated; the building is nestled into the landscape, creating an environment that doesn’t feel as if it’s imposed upon the land - rather part of it.”
Customkit Buildings’ managing director Michael Anselmi says he’s proud to be part of any project that showcases the best of New Zealand and that also helps educate people about their environment.
“Wellington Zoo is to be congratulated on creating such an innovative and inspiring natural experience,” says Michael. “Selecting Isthmus as their design and building partner was also a stroke of genius. Both New Zealand and international visitors will learn a great deal about this country and, in the process, feel right at home.”
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Michael adds, “In some ways this is another ‘feather’ in our environmental protection ‘cap’ that complements our support of the Wingspan Bird of Prey Centre in Rotorua. Anything that helps New Zealanders appreciate the landscape, and lifestyle, that we have is important.”
As visitors leave the farm, they enter a native bush zone with an interactive conservation display. The precinct culminates in a kea enclosure that has a path winding through alpine rocks, and then links through to the area outside the zoo’s tiger enclosure.
Dan Males says while redeveloping the area, they also tried to retain as much of the existing vegetation and infrastructure as possible.
He says, “The precinct is built within a sheltered valley within the zoo grounds that was once home to a number of aviaries and the old nocturnal house. The Pohutukawa Barn, and wider path network/ animal enclosures, are all positioned to provide maximum retention of existing vegetation and accessible paths for visitors. The solution fulfils the desire for the area to feel remote and part of the wider town belt landscape.”
Hawkins Infrastructure project manager Gordon Williamson says the job posed a variety of challenges.
“The requirement for numerous types of engineering techniques made it an interesting project for the Hawkins Infrastructure project team to deliver. Works included reinforced concrete beams and slabs, sprayed concrete, coloured concrete, grit blasting, piling, falsework design and installation of cable stay bridge construction, foul and surface water drainage, timber frame and truss construction, cladding, plumbing installation, electrical installation, coatings and structural steel erection.”
Gordon says the creation of the precinct was a transformational project for the zoo, finalising a 10-year journey culminating in the creation of the interactive environment.
“As part of this highly collaborative journey and having worked on a number of previous projects at Wellington Zoo, Hawkins has developed a strong relationship with the zoo,” he says. “We’re proud of what has been achieved together for the greater benefit and enjoyment of the wider Wellington community.
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THE CLASSIC TOUCH OF NATURAL WOOD
We have a passion for classic cars so it was important to build a shed that was warm and not noisy— which is why we chose to build with wood.
We visited a Customkit Shed in Pukekohe before we built, on a windy miserable day, and it was warm and quite inside.
The owner had installed under floor heating pipes, but had not needed to use them.
We are now working with Customkit to build a 3 bedroom 2 storey home to complement our shed— naturally we wanted to build our home in wood as well.
“We love the style and warmth of wooden buildings”.
The team at Customkit were always available and only a phone call away whenever we had a query.
We are very satisfied with our shed and happy to recommend Customkit.
- Ralph and Cathy
AMERICAN BARN IN AUCKLAND’S WAIAU PA
When I started the process of planning for a barn construction I approached Customkit for options. Looking at a range of possibilities from the outset Customkit demonstrated their suitability for our project because of their versatility and robust construction techniques.
The Customkit system provided the design flexibility that enabled us to develop the project to meet our needs. The advice provided was practical and always solution focused for the outcome I wanted.
My brief to Customkit was to achieve a quality workshop, barn and storage facility with the addition of a subsidiary dwelling at the rear including the mezzanine area.
The advantage of dealing with Customkit was their capability to work with me through the design, engineering, drafting, consent to a lockable construction phase.
They remained involved throughout the project and accommodated changes willingly so that I retained flexibility enabling my construction programme to run smoothly.
Having been a builder for many years I know a good product and design when I see it. The engineering and design is structurally solid which was a priority to me in an industry where standards can be compromised which then impacts on the end result.
I am very pleased with the outcome having achieved the barn/workshop of my dreams and a building that will stand the test of time, not to mention being the envy of my neighbours and colleagues.
- Robin Verhoef R and S Builders (1987) Limited
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HOME ON THE RANGE
We decided to choose WOOD for our Barn which we thought would best complement our new home.
We are very happy with the end result and we get a lot of positive comments from visitors and our neighbours. We selected special traditional barn lights from the USA to complete the picture. We also love the big barn doors.
- Glen
BUILT ON GREAT SERVICE
We were very pleased with the service we received from the team at Customkit from the beginning of the design process through consenting and then to coordination of the delivery of the kitset to suit our builder.
The end product has exceeded our expectations, and we have no hesitation in recommending Customkit for this type of project.
- Gavin and Fiona Alexander
STORAGE FOR MANTIQUES
A man’s shed / workshop / dog box / man cave is his Haven he should never be limited in what he can do. So in building one you need to maximise its potential in accommodating your wish list.
My ‘man cave’ is a variation based on Customkit’s Ascot and Windsor designs from their Heritage series. A lovely 3 bay two storey building with exceptional functionality. I have a large workshop area downstairs with heaps of storage upstairs.
With a Customkit building you are never restricted, the natural ambience, warmth, quietness and versatility will allow you unlimited freedom. These beautiful natural all timber buildings will spoil you forever.
- Michael Anselmi
THE GREEN, GREEN GRASS OF HOME
We decided to use Customkit buildings after our first meeting with Nigel & Julie.
Nigel explained to us the materials used in the many styles of buildings and we chose to build an American barn home
We told Julie what we wanted and she put together a great interior design, offered us good advice and also sorted any changes along the away. Customkit worked in well with our Master Builder here in the Waikato and had the materials delivered when needed.
We would recommend Customkit to supply the building you want. We LOVE Ours!
- Andrew and Belinda Prout
THE PERFECT NO STRESS BUILD FOR RETIRED KARAKA FARMER
We decided to go with a Customkit wooden board-and-batten style barn because we found them attractive and, with it in view of the house and garden, we could choose the stain and roof and trim colours to complement the house. Our barn took just over two months for Customkit builders to erect and the consents were all taken care of by the company, making it a no stress build.
Our barn houses small machinery, a chemical lock-up and tools, the sleepout area comprises two bedrooms a bathroom, office and hobby room. A lean-to off holds 250 square hay bales.
The Barn House has worked perfectly for us, the sleep out isn’t used often but we have three married kids with children living overseas and is great to have as an option for when they visit. And once we decided what we wanted, the process was easy and straight forward.
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“THEY’RE PROFESSIONAL, ABLE TO RESOLVE ANY MATTERS QUICKLY AND OVERALL A QUALITY, EXCELLENT ORGANISATION TO WORK WITH IN EVERY REGARD.
THEY REALLY UNDERSTAND BARNS AND HAVE A HISTORY OF CREATING SOME MARVELLOUS STRUCTURES.”
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with ensuite Raking ceiling living

Ground Floor: 151m2

Ground Floor: 151m2

Ground Floor: 129m2 Open Lean-to: 26m2
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Ground Floor: 129m2 Open Lean-to: 26m2

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Ground Floor: 130m2 Upper Floor: 27m2

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Ground Floor: 132m2 Open lean-to: 33m2 Floor: 54m2 Balcony: 6m2 Upper
Ground Floor: 185m2 Open Lean-to: 36m2 Upper Floor: 78m2 Balcony: 6m2
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Ground Floor: 132m2 Open lean-to: 33m2 Floor: 54m2 Balcony: 6m2 Upper
Ground Floor: 185m2 Open Lean-to: 36m2 Upper Floor: 78m2 Balcony: 6m2

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Pioneer Shed Series 35deg
The 35 degree Pioneer Shed Series is our most popular design and is cost effective to build giving maximum space and storage. This selection of high quality building plans with a gable pitched roof line, ply cladding and decorative battens suits a wide range of situations. They have been designed to be futureproofed to include a sleep/out/recreational room if required which comes with a cost upgrade to do this. They come in standard 6.0m span x 3m bay modules plus additional covered or open leanto areas. If you are looking for a secure and practical, high quality shed with a protected and lockable area for your vehicles look no further.
to suit your individual needs and requirements. These designs are only a guide and our design team can work with you to develop a building just for YOU!
Pioneer Shed Series 35deg
The 35 degree Pioneer Shed Series is our most popular design and is cost effective to build giving maximum space and storage. This selection of high quality building plans with a gable pitched roof line, ply cladding and decorative battens suits a wide range of situations. They have been designed to be futureproofed to include a sleep/out/recreational room if required which comes with a cost upgrade to do this. They come in standard 6.0m span x 3m bay modules plus additional covered or open leanto areas. If you are looking for a secure and practical, high quality shed with a protected and lockable area for your vehicles look no further.

PIONEER SHED SERIES 35deg
The 35 degree Pioneer Shed Series is our most popular design and is cost effective to build giving maximum space and storage. This selection of high quality building plans with a gable pitched roof line, ply cladding and decorative battens suits a wide range of situations. They have been designed to be future-proofed to include a sleep/out/recreational room if required which comes with a cost upgrade to do this. They come in standard 6.0m span x 3m bay modules plus additional covered or open lean-to areas. If you are looking for a secure and practical, high quality shed with a protected and lockable area for your vehicles look no further.
EVERY CUSTOMKIT BUILDING CAN BE CUSTOMIZED to suit your individual needs and requirements. These designs are only a guide and our design team can work with you to develop a building just for YOU!
LEADING THE WAY FORWARD BY 35DEG:
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3 bay 35deg fully enclosed building with 6.0m main building and 3.0m enclosed lean-to off the back. Feature Colorsteel roller doors to the front of building.
THE COLUMBUS THE SCOTT THE HILLARY
The Columbus 3 bay 35deg fully enclosed building with 6.0m main building and 3.0m enclosed lean-to off the back. Feature Colorsteel roller doors to the front of building.
9.0m
Size: 9.0 x 9.0 = 81m2
The Scott 3 bay 35deg barn. 6.0m main building with 3.0m lean-to’s off the side. Building is fully enclosed with a partition between the main building and one lean-to allowing for a storage area. 12.0m
Size: 12.0 x 9.0 = 108m2
The Hillary
Enormous 4 bay 35deg barn. 6.0m main building with 3.0m lean-to fully enclosed. Additional 3.0m lean-to partitioned from main building half open and half enclosed as a separate storage area.
12.0m
9. 0m
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9.
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9.0m
Size: 9.0 x 9.0 = 81m2
Size: 12.0 x 9.0 = 108m2
The Hillary
12.0m
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9.0m
Size: 9.0 x 9.0 = 81m2
Size: 12.0 x 9.0 = 108m2
The Hillary
12.0m
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9.0m
Size: 9.0 x 9.0 = 81m2
Size: 12.0 x 9.0 = 108m2
The Hillary
12.0m
9. 0m
12 .0
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9.0m
Size: 9.0 x 9.0 = 81m2
Size: 12.0 x 9.0 = 108m2
The Hillary
12.0m
9. 0m
12 .0
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9.0m
Size: 9.0 x 9.0 = 81m2
Size: 12.0 x 9.0 = 108m2
The Hillary
12.0m
9. 0m
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9.0m
Size: 9.0 x 9.0 = 81m2
Size: 12.0 x 9.0 = 108m2
The Hillary
12.0m
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9.0m
Size: 9.0 x 9.0 = 81m2
Size: 12.0 x 9.0 = 108m2
The Hillary
12.0m
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Size: 9.0 x 9.0 = 81m2
Size: 12.0 x 9.0 = 108m2
The Hillary
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3 bay 35deg barn. 6.0m main building with 3.0m lean- to’s off the side. Building is fully enclosed with a partition between the main building and one lean-to allowing for a storage area.
9.0m
Size: 9.0 x 9.0 = 81m2
Size: 12.0 x 9.0 = 108m2
The Hillary
12.0m
9. 0m
12 .0
Lifestyle Barn Series 25deg
This series has been created for Blokes..and Mrs. Blokes..who take thier shed design and quality to heart. The Lifestyle Shed Series has been designed for the serious 'shed' buyer, suitable as a workshop, or to house precious recreational toys, classic car collections, or for the home based business situation. They can be designed to be futureproofed to include a sleep/out/recreational room, and kitchen and bathroom amenities with an additional upgrade cost.
Lifestyle Barn Series 25deg
This series has been created for Blokes..and Mrs. Blokes..who take thier shed design and quality to heart. The Lifestyle Shed Series has been designed for the serious 'shed' buyer, suitable as a workshop, or to house precious recreational toys, classic car collections, or for the home based business situation. They can be designed to be futureproofed to include a sleep/out/recreational room, and kitchen and bathroom amenities with an additional upgrade cost.

LIFESTYLE SHED SERIES 35deg
This series has been created for Blokes.. and Mrs. Blokes..who take thier shed design and quality to heart. The Lifestyle Shed Series has been designed for the serious ‘shed’ buyer, suitable as a workshop, or to house precious recreational toys, classic car collections, or for the home based business situation. They can be designed to be futureproofed to include a sleep/out/ recreational room, and kitchen and bathroom amenities with an additional upgrade cost.
FOR PEOPLE WHO LIKE THEIR SHEDS BIG!
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A 3 bay 7.2m 25deg lifestyle barn fully enclosed with 3 Colorsteel roller doors to the front of the building along with a feature eyebrow.
THE MILFORD THE ROUTEBURN THE HOLLYFORD
Size: 12.6 x 14.4 = 181.44m2
The Milford A 3 bay 7.2m 25deg lifestyle barn fully enclosed with 3 Colorsteel roller doors to the front of the building along with a feature eyebrow. 10.8m
Size: 7.2 x 10.8 = 77.76m2
The Routeburn A 4 bay 8.4m lifestyle barn fully enclosed with 3 roller doors and a lean-to, a 1 bay mezzanine floor.
The Hollyford
14.4m
Large 4 bay 8.4m lifestyle barn with 3.6m lean-to’s off the sides. 2 colorsteel roller doors at front.
15.6m
7. 2m
Size: 12.6 x 14.4 = 181.44m2
Size: 7.2 x 10.8 = 77.76m2
The Hollyford
14.4m
15.6m
7. 2m
Size: 12.6 x 14.4 = 181.44m2
Size: 7.2 x 10.8 = 77.76m2
The Hollyford
14.4m
15.6m
7. 2m
Size: 12.6 x 14.4 = 181.44m2
Size: 7.2 x 10.8 = 77.76m2
The Hollyford
14.4m
15.6m
7. 2m
Size: 12.6 x 14.4 = 181.44m2
Size: 7.2 x 10.8 = 77.76m2
The Hollyford
14.4m
15.6m
7. 2m
Size: 12.6 x 14.4 = 181.44m2
Size: 7.2 x 10.8 = 77.76m2
The Hollyford
14.4m
15.6m
7. 2m
Size: 12.6 x 14.4 = 181.44m2
Size: 7.2 x 10.8 = 77.76m2
The Hollyford
14.4m
15.6m
7. 2m
Size: 12.6 x 14.4 = 181.44m2
Size: 7.2 x 10.8 = 77.76m2
The Hollyford
14.4m
15.6m
7. 2m
Size: 12.6 x 14.4 = 181.44m2
Size: 7.2 x 10.8 = 77.76m2
The Hollyford
14.4m
15.6m
7. 2m
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A 4 bay 8.4m lifestyle barn fully enclosed with 3 roller doors and a lean-to, a 1 bay mezzanine floor.
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Heritage Barn Series
The Heritage Shed Series provides clever and eye catching design options to make the most out of place and space. The Series has been designed to where a large entry height to the building is key and where a mezzanine floor is needed for an office or additional utility space. Ideal as a workshop, or to house precious recreational toys, a boat or classic car collections. Often upgraded to include habitable areas upstairs.
Heritage Barn Series

HERITAGE BARN SERIES
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