Your Energy Efficient & Passive House Specialists

I started Chatterton Homes in 1998 after a few years in the farming sector and then re training in construction. The team has since grown and we have successfully become leaders in high performing homes and SIPs construction, something I am very proud of.

Another highlight for me was the opportunity to spend eight years on the Board for New Zealand Certified Builders, two of them as Chairman. Contributing to raising the standard and integrity of the residential construction sector and providing better support for our builder members has been very rewarding.

I enjoy the relationships developed along a building journey and the ability to deliver to our clients their dream home. I also enjoy the technical aspects of the job. I hold the international passive house tradesperson qualification, and I am also qualified to undertake air tightness testing with a blower door. You can never stop learning.

Outside of work three kids makes for a busy weekend! I enjoy coaching kids sport, mountain biking and boating with our family.

We are thrilled to welcome Arron to our team as General Manager. With a strong background in technical and general management roles, Arron brings a wealth of knowledge to help develop our company. As a chemical and process engineer, he has an eye for detail and efficiency. Arron is married with two young boys and is an avid sports follower.

Hi, my name is Stu and I have been building for 37 years as a qualified builder. Building allows me to meet people, work outdoors and helps keep me fit. I enjoy the ‘great outdoors’ so past times include high country fishing, golf, gardening and walking the dog.

In 2000 I travelled to NZ on a sabbatical and never went home, starting again from one backpack. I never expected to end up in construction but the ‘Coast to Coast’ sealed my fate when I met Brent! I enjoy working with clients from all backgrounds with their own stories to tell. Its our job to assist them achieve the dream they have worked so hard for. That is the best part of this job.
Outside of work and supporting our kids with their multitude of sport, I make the most of New Zealand trail running, biking, boating and surf lifesaving with family & friends.

Hi, I’m Lana and am thrilled to be a member of the Chatterton Homes team, bringing high performance energy efficient homes within reach of everybody. With a military and real estate background, my skill base and knowledge is varied to say the least, and I am enjoying learning more about this innovative build process and the benefits it brings to living the good life.

Living locally with my husband and one very spoilt “pretend” huntaway dog, we love to indulge in our passion of motorcycling around our fantastic Canterbury area (and sometimes beyond),  and mucking about on our lifestyle block. I look forward to meeting you!

I have 17 years building experience with the last 7 years in New Zealand for Chatterton Homes. I am originally from the Phillipines and am proudly now an NZ Trade Certified Carpenter. I enjoy building work and working for Chatterton Builders.

I like basketball and biking, and love spending time with my young family.

I have been in the construction industry for over two decades here in Christchurch. Where I have developed a passion for accuracy and mentorship. I enjoy being apart of the energy efficient and passive house movement.

I love the team culture and competitive environment we have here at Chatts.

I’m originally from Chile, South America. I’ve been in New Zealand for almost 10 years.

I am pleased to work with Chatterton Homes; each project is different and, at the same time, exciting. I have more than 12 years of experience in commercial, civil, and residential construction, which makes me a member who contributes many ideas.

Working with SIP panels was a pending task in my career as a builder.

Fishing and restoring old boats is my passion. I’m planning to build my own boat someday.

My name is Andrew. After working 25 years in retail and sales I decided for a change. Now I am a fully qualified carpenter working for Chatterton Homes. My only regret is that I didn’t do this earlier. In my spare time my interests include spending time with my family and working on my lifestyle block.

My interests are camping, hunting, mountain biking and computers.

I’m fairly new to the team but I’ve been building for about 3 years now. In that time I’ve had the opportunity to work on a range of different projects, but I’m most proud of my effort at the 2023 NZCB Apprentice Challenge where I managed to win the national event. Having grown up in rural North Canterbury, I’ve got an interest in the outdoors and practical activities – like building! My hobbies include wood working/furniture making at home and going to the gym to help keep me fit.

I am originally from Hawke’s Bay. I have been building for 1.5 years now (June 2023) and have really enjoyed it because it’s hands on and i’m learning something new every day. In my spare time i enjoy playing rugby and spending time with friends and family.

I started my building apprenticeship with Chatterton Homes 2 and 1/2 years ago. I enjoy the variety of work and the visual progress is very rewarding.
The more I have come to learn about passive houses make more and more sense and one day I hope to have one too!
I enjoy the enthusiasm of the people we build houses for and it is a pleasure to build their dream homes.
Outside of work I enjoy skiing, surfing, rock climbing and spending time with my family.

I’ve been building for 5 years. I enjoy building as I take pride in creating high performing homes for people to live in.

When I’m not building I am a family man. Outside of work, I enjoy playing music, cooking, building and pursuing other creative endeavors.

Kia Ora, my names Zach and I’ve been building now as an apprentice for Chatterton Homes for around a year now (June 2023). I became a builder to have the hands-on skills and knowledge of potentially building my own house in the future. In my spare time I am currently playing rugby for the Sydenham colts and am also a member of Taylor’s Mistake surf-lifesaving club.