Better Builder Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Lee Cheyne is the co-founder of Cheyne Construction, which specialises in luxury residential, light commercial, heritage and bespoke projects. Lee has been in the trading business since 1992, and his passion for crafting top-notch products has continuously inspired many others in the business for the last 30 years.  In this episode, we sat down with Lee to chat about his passion f...

Send us Fan Mail James Clarke is the founder of JMC Build. With over 10 years of experience in new home builds, home renovations, bathroom and kitchen fit-outs and landscaping, James and his team have a reputation for meticulous workmanship and first-rate service. JMC Build prides itself on using quality materials and having the right people on the team to provide the best results, with James pers...

Send us Fan Mail Ben Visser is the director of Seed Property, a property company that aims to help Kiwis move into quality and affordable housing. Combining his knowledge and experience in the field with his business partner, they ensure that the development and construction process is straightforward and new housings are provided in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Before co-founding Seed...

Send us Fan Mail Sam Hayes is the founder of Hayes Builders, an award-winning company renowned for its expertise in high-end residential construction in Auckland. Established in 2014 by Sam and Samantha Hayes-Stevenson, Hayes Builders has swiftly risen to prominence as one of Auckland's top luxury home-building firms.  In this episode, we chatted with Sam about his previous rugby career, busi...

Send us Fan Mail Bex Welker, also known as Bex the Builder, began her journey in construction in 2019 with a building apprenticeship. After four years with QBS LTD, she shifted gears to become an Assistant Project Manager at UNISPACE, a global commercial fitout company. Now excelling as a Project Manager, Bex's journey showcases steady growth and success in her chosen field. In this episode,...

Send us Fan Mail Get ready for a chat with Ed Cooney, founder and director of Luxor Homes. Luxor Homes is renowned in Auckland for crafting high-end architectural masterpieces that well surpass industry standards. In our conversation, Ed shares insights on navigating the current construction industry, preparing for market downturns, and defining real success when owning and running a home-building...

Send us Fan Mail Henry Dunham is the founder and director of Henry Dunham Building, a renowned construction firm in Auckland since 2007. Collaborating with leading architects, they specialize in crafting high-quality residential and boutique commercial projects. Their team of skilled builders share a passion for excellence, fostering enduring client relationships built on trust and professionalism...

Send us Fan Mail Nathan Reynolds serves as Director and co-owner of Fortified Construction alongside his business partner Julian Leighton. With over a decade of experience in the construction industry, Nathan introduces a novel perspective to the management of his business and team. He prioritises fostering a positive culture and encouraging healthy habits, viewing them as integral to effective le...