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Jamie Cowan
P O Box 21191 Edgeware
Christchurch
8014
New Zealand
P O Box 21191 Edgeware
Christchurch
8014
New Zealand
Typical Job Costs:
$300,000 - $2 million
Full design and build fixed Price Contract from Build 7 Christchurch
Full design and build fixed Price Contract from Build 7 Christchurch
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Professional Information:Jamie has spent the last 18 years working both in New Zealand and abroad.
Jamie has worked the full breadth of the building industry, from high end residential housing to commercial fit-outs. The most important aspect of this for Jamie? Quality. Jamie will never put his name to a project that doesn’t meet his high standard of quality, whether it’s the products used, the design principles applied, or the types of trades that come on site. As Christchurch builders, your Build7 home will always be a quality home.
Because he is a builder, Jamie will know how to get the best from your home. And he knows how to get the best from his team. Once your project is underway, Jamie’s handpicked construction crew will be there for the day to day progress of the build, overseen by Jamie. So you can rest assured your home is being looked after by hard working individuals who have your best interests at heart.
Licenced Building Professional 127129
Certified Builders Member CA03828
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Build7 are Christchurch builders. We are a different kind of building firm. Firstly, we focus on the design process to give you what you want and what’s best for you because we don’t have standard plans. Secondly, you’ll find the entire process is open, transparent and even fun! And finally, because we have some clever systems and rock-solid relationships with the perfect experts in lots of areas, you’ll pay a competitive price that will work for you.
Firstly, from the very first meeting, we listen carefully to your ideas about the style of home you expect to achieve, your "must haves", your expectations of what you want your home to become.It's a dedicated service we take great pride in and one we will take you through with flourish.
Your design brief is like no-one else's and it is our greatest pleasure to bring that to life through our complimentary design service. Photo-quality renders, professional presentation and a complete design pack are all what you can look forward to. You will work directly with Jamie Cowan, who is the owner of Build 7 Christchurch and an experienced builder himself. You are in expert hands right from the start.
Secondly, enjoy the complete transparency Jamie and his team offers. Communication flows freely and we always work with the best interests of our clients. That is our ultimate priority. Here at Build7 Christchurch we hand-pick our trades to ensure there is always complete integrity and dedication to detail in all areas of the build. You can read some of our client and supplier testimonials here on Houzz that have enjoyed this transparent and trust-worthy service we provide for all our clients.
And finally, enjoy the great pricing we can offer all our clients from some of our rock-solid relationships we have with some of the leading experts and suppliers in the building industry. You'll find our pricing very competitively priced.
Services Provided
Custom Homes, Floor Plans, House Plans, New Home Construction
Areas Served
Christchurch, Queenstown-Lakes District
6 Projects for Build 7 Christchurch
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11 Reviews for Build 7 Christchurch

Jenna Stuart
Relationship
Client
Jamie and Fran at Build 7 Christchurch made our first home build a very stress-free and enjoyable experience.
The thing that sets Build 7 apart from the others is their honesty and integrity. Their communication was always swift and transparent, and all our variations were handled with ease and without penalty. Jamie and Fran went out of their way to ensure that we got the dream home that we thought we were getting. No trickery. No hidden costs. No BS.
The quality of the build was great and any issues encountered were quickly managed by Jamie. Our house was built with minimal delays.
Build 7 has a very satisfied customer in us, and we would gladly recommend them to anyone.

July 19, 2018Last modified:July 19, 2018

Comment from Build 7 Christchurch:
Thanks Jenna, it was such an enjoyable build and we loved working with you and Cory! Great to hear you are enjoying your new home :)

Mark and Jess Nelson
Relationship
Client
Amazing! Build 7 Christchurch (Jamie and team) built our house last year, the service was exceptional, nothing was ever a problem, all changes and tweaks we made along the way were handled no problem. Jamie also came up with great solutions and ideas for us. We were on a strict budget but there was absolutely no compromise to the quality of our build. The house was built and delivered to us on budget and on a time - almost unheard of!! We love our "dream" home and would fully recommend Jamie and Build 7 to anyone.
June 10, 2018

Corcovado Furniture & Homewares
Relationship
Worked with pro
If you are looking for an energetic, knowledgeable and professional building company, with a strong design bent, then you will get all of this, and more, from Build7 Christchurch. Francesca and Jamie are honest, hard-working and reliable people, with whom we have had the pleasure of doing business . Aesthetically, they create timeless, modern homes that will be enjoyed for generations. I would not hesitate in reaching out to Build7 Christchurch for your next building project. Genuinely lovely poeple with a solid record and a reliable team behind them.
October 4, 2017

Susan Rolton
Relationship
Client
Never thought we would build another home. Right from the start, Jamie made building process really simple - nothing was a problem. We were kept up to date of progress and able to make minor changes along the way. Quality of the workmanship is excellent and sub-contractors friendly and professional. Would recommend Build 7 to others and will definitely contact Jamie if we decide to build our 4th house.
September 18, 2017Last modified:September 18, 2017
Comment from Build 7 Christchurch:
Thanks Susan, we were so pleased we were able to have the chance to build your home. You knew exactly what you wanted and your experience in building previously really showed through as you were ready and prepared with decisions all the way through the build. You have built in a beautiful spot so we hope you are able to enjoy that gorgeous outlook now. All the best!

Garren Fyfe
Relationship
Worked with pro
I have worked with Jamie and Fran from Build 7 for the past 2 years on many new builds with great results. They are always going the extra mile to ensure clients are thrilled with their new home.
If you are looking to build a new home these guys will not disappoint, they are genuine people and truly care about their customers and the end result.
May 16, 2017
Comment from Build 7 Christchurch:
Thanks Garren! Equally, we really appreciate the extra mile you go to for our clients, especially taking the time to schedule meetings and sit down to go through lighting plans and quotes with our clients before the build even starts so that everything is transparent and clear. We thank you for looking after our clients so well and look forward to working with Sharp on all our builds.

John Furlong
Relationship
Client
Can't recommend Jamie and Build 7 enough. Nothing was too much trouble. He worked closely with us throughout the planning stage and construction. Great build quality, cost control and Jamie's communication was exemplary.
It was a great experience for us working with Jamie on our first build.
The project was on time and within budget.
Love our new house.
May 14, 2017

HARO Flooring New Zealand
Relationship
Worked with pro
Great company to work with. Looking forward to doing more projects together. We highly recommend Build7 Christchurch and its team for their customer service and professionalism.

May 11, 2017

Angela Lewis
Relationship
Worked with pro
We have been making the aluminium windows and door for Build 7 for over 2 years and they are one of our favourite customers. They are easy to deal with, reliable, make the whole process straight forward and nothing is a problem. They have great ideas, an eye for detail and a fantastic finishing touch plus are open to suggestions and different options. I would highly recommend Build 7 to anyone looking to build their new home, you would be in safe hands!
May 8, 2017

Denise Dunford
Relationship
Client
After building 4 previous homes I knew from day 1 that this build was going to be easy. Communication was the key. Build 7 Christchurch were very professional and nothing was a problem. Time frames were adhered to and solutions found for any problems that popped up during the build. I am extremely happy with my new home which was started in February 2015 and I moved in August 2015. The aftercare I have had is next to none. I would not hesitate in having any future homes built with Build 7 Christchurch.
May 5, 2017
Comment from Build 7 Christchurch:
Thank you Denise, we were so privileged to be able to build your home. It was such a unique design and those ceiling heights in the living area! Fantastic! You were a motivated client to work with and we had a great line of communication right through the build. We hope you are enjoying your home with that lovely family of yours.

Rich Kneale
Relationship
Client
Build 7 Christchurch
Francesca & Jamie Cowan
Dear Jamie & Fran,
We wanted to pass on to you a testimonial and a thank you. We hope that this will assist you further with your business and will gladly speak with and show our home to anyone who would like a personal testimonial.
Building our home with Build 7 Christchurch was an experience that we thoroughly enjoyed! Jamie, Fran and the contracting crew were a fantastic, friendly, and professional team.
Being clients who work within the industry we knew what we were looking for in a build team. We admit that we were very particular in terms of the expected results but, Build 7 Christchurch were the perfect match.
We first presented our plans to Jamie and Fran in January 2015. From the outset, we were impressed with the professionalism and understanding that they offered. We felt a sense of family, trust and comfort from our first meeting. The communication was easy and efficient, contractual terms and pricing matters were an open book.
We knew right from the beginning that Build 7 Christchurch were the right team for us.
The sales approach was unforced and the decisions that we needed to make were well explained with all options clearly described to us. Product choices and specifications were flexible with all of our choices being readily available and accepted. Jamie was very well educated on all of our specified products and had a fantastic ability to quickly source information required for product detail and pricing. This in itself was quite different to other businesses that we had initially considered where the spec level was limited by their own associations).
We made the decision to confirm the works with Jamie and Fran, after which the fantastic service we had received throughout the contract process continued.
Jamie hosted an on-site meeting where we met the contractors and site foreman. We were equally impressed with their professional appearance and communication-
It was very evident that Jamie had formed a like-minded contractor base
As the build progressed communications continued between all contractors, Jamie and ourselves. We were included in all key communications which kept us abreast of any delays (of which there were very few), and were always made aware in plenty of time regarding any questions of layout to confirm that what we intended was interpreted correctly. This, for us was a very important part of the process, as despite having had plans professionally completed by an architect, there were elements that required practical adjustment on site.
The building site was always immaculate, rubbish was collected and placed, floors were swept, timbers and products were neatly stacked and secured. From the very beginning of the build, the site was respected as were existing structures (fences, signage, street frontages etc.)
Final inspections were completed & the project delivered on time, in full and on budget.
Our Build 7 home is a complete standout of quality and care.
We would proudly and whole heartedly recommend build 7 Christchurch to anyone who is considering a new home and certainly look forward to our next project with Jamie, Fran and the team.
We are extremely proud to say that we built with Build 7 and display our photos and experiences at any opportunity. We would be happy to speak with anyone who is considering Fran, Jamie & the Build 7 team as their home builder.
Thanks again Build 7 Christchurch- See you again soon!!
Rich & Juanita
2016
May 4, 2017
Comment from Build 7 Christchurch:
Thanks Rich and Juanita, we certainly appreciate such a thorough review and are so pleased you were able to enjoy the building experience. We also thoroughly enjoyed working with you both and loved the ideas you brought to the table. Your product knowledge was extensive and impressive. The finished product is a testament to your attention to detail and your home stands out as a real beauty. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to build your beautiful home.

Letitia Wilson
Relationship
Client
From the get go we decided that communication was a very important part of the build process and it quickly became apparent that Build7 were on the same page. Within 3 days of meeting Jamie for the first time we had a quote and basic plan in our hands. He was understanding of our budget constraints and was excellent at coming up with alternatives to make our ideas come to life. There are no hidden agendas or costings with Build7, all contractor quotes were provided to us. We really appreciated this as it made us feel comfortable that we were not being taken for ride, which we know is something that can happen for first time builders.
We signed up with Build 7 and were quickly introduced to the rest of the team whose communication was just as good as Jamie's. We had fulfilling and helpful meetings with everyone, from colour consultants through to electricians. Each and everyone of them taking as much pride in their work as Build7 did.
We broke ground in September. The build process and communication continued to be absolutely seamless from this point on as we were able to move into our house within 15 weeks; 1 month ahead of schedule. We had regular site meetings throughout the process to ensure we were always fully informed, and if we had any questions about what was going on Jamie was always happy to respond.
As first home buyers we feel very lucky to have come across Build7. They went above and beyond throughout the whole experience, including pushing to get us in to our house just before Christmas. Thanks to Build7 we now have a beautiful home and cannot recommend these guys more highly. We can't wait to build another home with Build7 in the future.
May 4, 2017
Comment from Build 7 Christchurch:
Thanks Letitia, we were really pleased that we could get you in before Christmas. You and Michael were such easy clients to work with, organised and you knew exactly what you wanted to achieve with your beautiful home. So it made our job easy! We wish you many happy times in your home.
Commented: Paintings on dining areaPaintings are by local Christchurch artist Marie Gabrielle Hudson. contact details for commissions: mariegabriellenz@gmail.com
December 30, 2017
Commented: Hi there, what colours did you use on the exterior, windows and roof?Hi Rebecca, thanks for your inquiry. The colours used were Resene's Double Cod Grey for the weatherboards, Solarguard's Titania for the lighter trims and the roof was Coloursteel in Ebony. Hope that h...
July 24, 2017
Commented: Siding colorHi Amanda, actually I've just double checked and this colour is Resene Double Cod Grey and Titania for the lighter trims. The roof colour is Coloursteel Ebony. Thanks
July 10, 2017
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