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Custom Home Builders – North Canterbury

A/39 High Street Rangiora, Waimakariri

Phone Number 027 749 4689
Mon to Fri 8:30am - 5pm

Stonewood Homes North Canterbury builds high-quality, custom-designed homes and exclusive house and land packages in Rangiora and the wider Canterbury region. Whether you’re a first-home buyer or investing in a new property, we can help.

North Canterbury, New Zealand: A Haven of Nature and Affordable Living

North Canterbury is nestled in the heart of New Zealand’s South Island. With its breathtaking landscapes, thriving communities, and affordable living options, North Canterbury offers a captivating blend of natural wonders and a comfortable lifestyle.

North Canterbury is blessed with diverse geography, encompassing stunning natural features that will leave you in awe. From the majestic peaks of the Southern Alps to the vast sweeping plains and meandering rivers, this region offers a feast for the eyes. Hanmer Springs, a popular destination in North Canterbury, boasts rejuvenating hot pools and scenic forest walks, providing a tranquil escape for relaxation and rejuvenation. Arthur’s Pass National Park presents a rugged landscape of mountains, dense rainforests, and an abundance of wildlife, offering unparalleled opportunities for hiking and outdoor adventures. The picturesque Waipara Valley wine region is known for its vineyards and cellar doors, providing a delightful journey through New Zealand’s thriving wine culture.

Median House Prices: One of the key attractions of North Canterbury is its affordable housing market, making it an enticing prospect for both homebuyers and investors. The median house prices in the region offer excellent value for money, especially when compared to other major urban centers in New Zealand. As of 2025 the median home pricing for North Canterbury is approximately $680,000. This affordability, coupled with the region’s natural beauty and quality of life, makes North Canterbury an appealing option for those seeking a balance between affordability and a desirable living environment.

Rangiora is one of North Canterbury’s fastest-growing towns, making it an ideal location for new builds. Our Rangiora builders offer a streamlined process, combining quality home designs in prime locations.

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Phone Number 027 749 4689
Mon to Fri 8:30am - 5pm

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Meet the owners

Meet the team

Aaron & Lewis Strong

Born and raised throughout North Canterbury, Brothers Aaron & Lewis Strong have grown up learning and becoming apart of the area that they look after. They pride themselves on their workmanship, attention to detail, and producing design solutions for their clients needs, as they understand everyone lives differently and require their new Home to be tailored to them.

‘’We pride ourselves on the knowledge and expertise we bring when it comes to building on lifestyle blocks and residential sections”
– Aaron Strong

The boys believe that one of the strongest points of difference between Stonewood Homes and their competitors is our Home design and sales system allowing them to help a client making design and plan changes in a matter of minutes along with being able to give updated pricing.

Aaron & Lewis advise their clients to produce there Wants, Needs, and Must haves along with the Budget at their first meeting. This allows them to walk through the build process and provide great plan options, tailored to their clients.

Don’t be fooled by their youthful looks — Aaron and Lewis bring over three decades of combined experience in the building industry.

Aaron began his career with a building merchant before moving into new home sales, where he spent seven years as a consultant in the North Canterbury region. In 2023, he went on to establish Stonewood Homes North Canterbury.

Lewis, a Licensed Building Practitioner, has been building for 15 years, including running his own successful company before joining Stonewood Homes.

Together, their depth of experience and product knowledge fuels their passion for making the new home building journey simple, enjoyable, and stress-free for their clients.

Aaron Strong and Lewis Strong - Stonewood Homes North Canterbury

Our awards

  • Showroom of the year - Stonewood North Canterbury

Satisfied Customers

Right from the first meeting with Aaron and Lewis Strong at our local Oxford A&P Show and to the planning of our house these 2 guys were so informative and helping us get what we wanted in our first ever home. Aaron with the planning side and he was simply fantastic and went out of his way to assist us in our choices which we really appreciated. Lewis in the build and keeping everything on site on target was fantastic and he also gave us some new ideas which was fantastic. Aaron was easy to communicate with and the same was with Lewis. We would highly recommend them to anybody looking at planning and build their own homes they are a credit to this franchise.

Clare and Harry Meijer (2025)

We had an outstanding experience with the Stonewood Homes North Canterbury and Christchurch team. Their craftsmanship is top-notch, and the entire team is professional, friendly, and committed to delivering a stress-free building process. We were impressed by how quickly they could provide an estimated quote within just 2 hours using their innovative HOMEi Design Studio. Everything ran smoothly from start to finish, and we’re very happy to have worked with such a capable and dedicated team. Highly recommended!

Sandra

Aaron and Lewis were an awesome team to work with. Their willingness to take on the challenge of a Homestar 6 house and embrace my work from home challenges was appreciated. They not only listened, they interpreted the technical and made sure our crazy ideas all came together. As mentioned by others, the hic-ups along the way were handled well, with lots of consultation between us, themselves, and the subbies. The subbies they have developed relationships with just extend the team, all to the same high standard. The atmosphere on site when-ever we stopped by was great. They delivered our home, on time, that is totally us, beautifully finished and solidly built. Totally recommend them for any build.

Valda Gummer

Building with Aaron and Lewis has been a real pleasure. Through their joint efforts the project has been completed earlier than expected, on budget and at a quality of finish that in many instances exceeded our expectations. The few issues requiring additional attention through the build were dealt with promptly and all options available to us fully explained by Aaron and Lewis. In this regard their experience is indisputable and their forthright manner and integrity inspired a high degree of confidence in our dealings with them. They seem to have excellent working relationships with their suppliers and subcontractors who worked steadfastly to meet their high expectations. We are very pleased we chose Aaron and Lewis to build our home and would recommend Strong Builders Ltd to future customers looking to build a similar home.

Susan Mochan

Absolutely brilliant to deal with. Handed keys over in the exact day predicted!!! Only 15 weeks from breaking ground to handover in Christmas Eve. So great to deal with. Nothing too much trouble.

Jonathan Densem

Great showroom, quality choices and a great team

Tim

FAQs

What services do you provide?
Stonewood Homes North Canterbury builds high-quality and custom-designed homes. Whether you are a first-home buyer, upgrading or investing, our team can help guide you through the entire process.
How do I start building a new home with your team?
You can start by contacting our local team, visiting our North Canterbury showroom, or booking a consultation. We’ll help you plan your home design, choose a suitable package, and tailor the features to suit your needs.
What areas do you serve in North Canterbury?
Our franchise services a broad area across North Canterbury, including Rangiora, Kaiapoi, Oxford, Amberley, Cheviot, Hanmer Springs, and many more communities throughout the Waimakariri and Hurunui districts.
Can I visit a showroom to see your designs in person?
Yes! Our North Canterbury showroom is available to visit. You can walk through our display home to experience design options and discuss ideas with one of our New Home Consultants.
How long does it take to build a home?
Building a home can vary depending on design complexity and site requirements. Typically the full process from signing the building agreement to completion is around 44–47 weeks, however timelines can differ based on external factors.
What kind of designs and customisation options are available?
Stonewood offers a wide range of modern home designs, with hundreds of possible design variations and customisation options including rooflines, layouts and interior finishes to suit your style and lifestyle.

Stonewood Homes North Canterbury service the following areas:

  • Kaiapoi
  • Rangiora
  • Swannanoa
  • Loburn
  • Cust
  • Oxford
  • Leithfield
  • Amberley
  • Motunau
  • Gore Bay
  • Cheviot
  • Greta Valley
  • Waipara
  • Waikari
  • Hawarden
  • Balmoral
  • Culverden
  • Rotherham
  • Waiau
  • Ferniehurst
  • Conway Flat
  • Hanmer Springs
  • Doubtful Range
  • Poplars Range

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