Your local builder in New Plymouth and Taranaki for high performance new builds, well-crafted renovation projects, and quality extensions.
We are a family-run business and we pride ourselves on excellent communication and craftsmanship, and as someone who can provide extensive residential building expertise.
Our team specialises in passive houses and other high performance building technologies, helping your family to live in a healthy, comfortable, and sustainable home.
We’d love to work with you on your next building project.
Get in touch:
021 0296 8484
Services
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New Builds
We have experience in new builds and will work with you on your new dream home from the conception stage to the finishing details. We will be able to assist you in finding the right partners, technologies and materials, and will be on hand for any questions that arise during the build.
We have the expertise to help you build the most sustainable, high-performing, and healthy home suitable for our Taranaki climate.
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Renovations and Extensions
At Wolf & Whale we are your experts for all forms of renovations and extensions. We can help with your residential projects ranging from bathrooms and kitchens, to decks and landscaping.
Our focus on craftsmanship, excellent communication and attention to detail will ensure that your renovation project will turn your home into a comfortable and beautiful new space you can enjoy.
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High Performance Building
As a certified passive house tradesperson, our Director Cole specialises in high performance buildings. Once finished, this will not only make your home more energy efficient and environmentally sustainable, but also more comfortable, dry, and healthy for you and your family to live in.
Whether you are after a new build, a renovation, or advice on how to retrofit your home to improve its performance, we can help you achieve this.
About
Wolf & Whale Building Company is a local Taranaki construction business, led by Cole Berthelsen. Cole has been a qualified carpenter and builder for over 15 years and has experience in both residential new builds and renovations.
We pride ourselves on exceptional communication with our clients, subcontractors and suppliers. All our work is to the highest quality, undertaken with great care and skill, and aimed at keeping your building project stress free.
We strive to make your home both beautiful and well-performing, and the process to get there as enjoyable as possible.
Portfolio
Ridge Road House
A high performance new build that was led and executed by our team.
New Plymouth Kitchen Renovation
The renovation of this 1960 weatherboard house saw us installing a new kitchen/living space with a large North facing deck.
New Plymouth Villa Renovation
Our team installed a new kitchen and dining area in to this traditional 1920s villa in central New Plymouth to perfectly blend the new with the old.
Marfell Bathroom Renovation
Small but functional, this bathroom/toilet renovation allows the owners’ young family to enjoy a beautiful space.
Testimonials
“After months of searching for the ideal professional, we, as first-time homebuyers, were fortunate to find Wolf & Whale. Cole’s reassuring demeanour immediately put us at ease as he took charge of the entire project, seamlessly coordinating with other skilled tradespeople.
The team’s attention to detail and craftsmanship were truly exceptional. The genuine passion for the work and dedication to client satisfaction shone through at every stage of the project.”
Emily Allen
“The Wolf & Whale team did an outstanding job over the 18 month build. They were extremely thorough and conscientious, rising to the challenge of the brief.
Cole’s project management was excellent. My architect, local suppliers, and contractors tell me he set a new benchmark for others to strive for.”
Hamish Reid
“Cole is an excellent communicator and kept us well informed about any matters that required our input. He was always very willing to share his knowledge and explain things for us.
Cole’s own building workmanship is of a very high standard and has the ability to find creative solutions to any problems.”
John Hunt