The Foundations of Harkness Builders

For us, building is about people, precision and doing the job properly. Based in Hawke’s Bay, Harkness Builders take on new builds, renovations, extensions and commercial projects with the same care we’d put into our own homes.

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We build across Hawke’s Bay with results our clients are proud of and we’re proud to put our name to.

Harkness Builders was founded by Bill Harkness in 2017, after nearly a decade of building high-end homes and renovations. From the start, the vision was simple: a building company that’s collaborative, transparent, and focused on long-term quality.

We’ve kept the team intentionally small, so you’ll always know who’s on your site and who’s answering your questions. It also means we can put more time into what matters most. Creating homes that reflect the people who live in them, not just ticking boxes.

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MEET BILL HARKNESS

“I got into building straight out of school and spent nearly 10 years at Redmond Builders working on high-end projects across Hawke’s Bay. I picked up my National Certificate in Carpentry, became a Licensed Building Practitioner, and was stoked to be named the National Master Builders Apprentice of the Year back in 2013.

In 2017, I started Harkness Builders to do things my way: keep it personal, keep it honest, and deliver work people are genuinely proud of. I like being on the tools, explaining the ‘why’ behind decisions, and keeping communication straight-up and simple. At the end of the day, it’s about building well and making the process feel easy for clients.”

- Bill

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INTEGRITY

We’re upfront and honest, always. Clients know where they stand at every stage of their projects, and they can trust us to deliver what we promise.

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PERSONAL APPROACH

By keeping the team small, we stay hands-on. Every client gets our attention, clear communication, and a process that feels straightforward from start to finish.

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MODERN QUALITY

We use trusted materials, modern tools, and smarter ways of working to make sure every project is done safely, properly, and to a standard that lasts.

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HAWKE’S BAY CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

building services

We cover the full building process from concept to completion: New builds, renovations, extensions, outdoor works, and commercial projects.

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CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS YOU’LL WANT TO SEE

Our projects

From coastal homes in Waimārama to townhouse developments and retirement villages in Hastings, our work reflects the variety and quality Hawke’s Bay clients trust us for.

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From new homes to renos and bigger builds, we’ll talk it through with you and find the right way to make it happen.

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