About
G.J. Gardner Homes Whangarei / Kaipara is proudly owned and operated by Michael and Shalimar Sudfelt of Sudfelt Construction Ltd. As the local franchise for New Zealand's most trusted home builder, we help people throughout Whangarei and Kaipara turn their ideas into homes that suit their lifestyle, family and future plans.
With decades of experience in residential construction, we work with first home buyers, growing families, retirees, investors, community housing providers, developers and landowners. Whether you are looking for a house and land package, a custom home, an architectural design or a rural lifestyle property, our team will guide you from the first conversation through to handing over the keys.
Our expertise extends beyond building homes. We regularly help clients understand the potential of their land by providing advice on subdivision opportunities, minor dwellings, development potential, site feasibility and build costs before they commit. We believe that good advice at the beginning leads to better decisions and better outcomes.
Being locally owned means we understand the opportunities and challenges of building in Whangarei and Kaipara, from coastal sections and lifestyle blocks to urban developments and investment properties. Backed by the systems and reputation of New Zealand's most trusted home builder, we combine national strength with local knowledge and personalised service.
Services include:
• New home construction
• Design and build homes
• Custom homes
• Architectural homes
• House and land packages
• First home builds
• Family homes
• Lifestyle property builds
• Rural home builds
• Investment properties
• Minor dwellings and granny flats
• Duplex and multi-unit developments
• Subdivision and development advice
• Site assessments and build feasibility
• Home design modifications
• Project management from concept to completion
What our customers say:
“We highly recommend G.J. Gardner Whangarei, we could not be happier with the whole process from start to finish.
Our first point on contact was viewing their stunning showhome, it was a couple years later that we then re-visited our options and purchased a lovely section at One Tree Point.
The design process could not have been easier; it was totally stress free and we were offered many options all within our price range. We could not be happier with our end choices and how it all came together and most of all no over-runs on price.
The team was there every step of the way, and nothing was ever an issue, we loved working with everyone throughout the stages as they really went over and beyond. We would 100% use G.J.’s again in the future and would not hesitate to recommend to all” S & C
“My family had built with G.J. Gardner in another location on four occasions, so the company was already known to us. I chose G.J. Gardner again because I wanted a professional, well established team that could handle a complex and highly personalised build with confidence. My home needed an adjoined dwelling for intergenerational living and a bathroom designed to be disability friendly. I needed a builder who could navigate design challenges and council requirements, and that is exactly what I received.
The overall experience was excellent. Nothing was ever too much to ask, and everyone I dealt with was calm, warm, and genuinely welcoming. At the time, I was going through a significant personal upheaval, and the way my needs were received and met with care and competence gave me enormous reassurance. Once we found a rhythm of communication, I always felt things were being handled with care and attention.
Our consultant stood out from the very beginning. He listened deeply, translated our long conversations into a design that truly reflected my priorities, and stayed in touch throughout the process. That continuity made me feel valued and connected to the team. Even once he was no longer directly involved, he remained interested and engaged. I especially appreciated the way he included my feline priorities in the design and always greeted me warmly with a laugh and a hug.
Julieanne was consistently available for discussions, selections, and feedback. Her guidance was incredibly important, particularly during the later stages of the process when many changes were made. She never made me feel like it was a burden, and that support was a real relief.
When the build began, Scott became my lifeline. From start to finish, he was calm, responsive, contactable, and fully engaged. As a first time builder, I had a lot of questions, and Scott always made me feel supported and respected. He brought professionalism, clarity, and genuine care to the role. Working with him felt like a true partnership, and his ability to guide, explain, and keep everything on track made the experience not only manageable, but enjoyable. I have worked with many project managers over the years, and Scott truly exemplifies what that role should be.
Everyone involved exceeded my expectations. It felt like a shared journey, and I truly feel I made friends for life through this experience.
I love the finished home. It reflects everything that mattered to me. While there are small things I might tweak in hindsight, that is just part of the natural learning process when building for the first time. I feel proud of the quality and confident in what was created.
I would absolutely recommend G.J. Gardner to friends and family. The Whangārei team is exceptional, and Shalimar and Michael should be incredibly proud. The professionalism, kindness, communication, and genuine humanity of the team made what could have been a daunting process feel smooth, personal, and fun.” - J
