88 | DEVELOPMENT Latitude Homes Taupō and Rotorua Total Residential & Commercial Door Solutions Bay of Plenty and Waikato Wide Specialising in Wooden Interior Doors, Pre-hung Doors, Cavity Sliders, Exterior Doors, Barn Doors, Door Hardware and Accessories, Wardrobe Systems and House Lots. Contact us: info@totaldoorsystems.co.nz www.totaldoorsystems.co.nz Making the journey enjoyable T T Anne Boswell So impressed was Shaun Sullivan with the home built for him by Latitude Homes Manawatu that he was inspired to establish not one, but two Latitude Homes franchises himself. Three years later, Shaun is focused on making the journey to a new home as straightforward and enjoyable as possible, combining local knowledge, clear communication and quality construction across the central North Island. “With first-hand experience designing and building my own dream home, I know what it takes to make the process easy, stress-free and exciting,” Shaun says. Latitude Homes Taupō and Rotorua works across the Taupō and Rotorua regions, with a second company owned by Shaun, Latitude Homes Hawkes Bay & Gisborne, covering those parts of the country. With a background spanning nine years in property development and renovation as well as sales, Shaun has strong residential building knowledge, and knows how important communication is to making sure the experience of building a new home is one that is enjoyed. “Building a new home is most likely one of the largest investments you’ll ever make,” he says. “Keeping clients well-informed throughout the entire process, from contract signing to completion, is crucial to our business’s success.” A significant portion of Latitude Homes’ work being undertaken in Taupo is centred on Wharewaka’s Ngā Roto Estate, a large development that has been progressing for almost two decades. Now approaching completion, the area has become Latitude Homes’ main construction hub, although only a handful of sections remain for new builds. The team is also building on neighbouring Richmond Terrace. A significant portion of Latitude Homes’ work being undertaken in Taupo is centred on Wharewaka’s Ngā Roto Estate. The company offers house-and-land packages, securing sections and pairing them with thoughtfully developed home designs for buyers seeking a ready-made option. However, many clients arrive with a section already secured and want a design that makes the most of its size, position and orientation. Further from downtown Taupo, the Seven Oaks neighbourhood at Kinloch offers a different building environment. While Latitude Homes undertakes fewer projects there, the location provides opportunities for larger, two-storey homes that take advantage of the stunning mountain and lake views. Shaun says Kinloch experienced a surge of interest from people looking to relocate after Covid, although demand has since shifted somewhat back towards Taupō itself. For Latitude Homes, the bulk of its work remains closer to town, where it can continue to serve clients across a range of sites and budgets. Latitude Homes Taupo & Rotorua and Latitude Homes Hawkes Bay & Gisborne are committed to supporting the communities in which they operate. Shaun makes a point of employing local contractors wherever the team is building, helping keep work and relationships within the region. He is also quick to acknowledge the contribution of clients and suppliers, recognising that reliable partnerships are essential to maintaining construction schedules and delivering the expected result. “Without our clients and suppliers, we wouldn’t be able to keep to the schedules we do,” he says. “Without them, it wouldn’t work as well as it does.” A commitment to ensuring a client’s dream home build is an enjoyable and exciting experience is what keeps the Latitude Homes team striving, day after day – helping bring visions to life on schedule, and within budget.
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