Look at the Google reviews for Design Builders Bay of Plenty and you’ll notice something unusual: families mention coming back to build a second home with Sam Perrin and his team.
In an industry where trust is fragile, repeat clients are rare. But at Design Builders, they’re the norm. That tells you something important about how Sam and our wider team approaches building.
Sam Perrin | Managing Director | Design Builders BOP
Real Communication
One first-time builder said: “Everything felt smooth, well-organised and clearly communicated, which made what could have been a stressful experience feel straightforward and enjoyable.”
Another client put it simply: “From the very beginning Sam stood out. He got in touch with us straight away, while other companies either didn’t call us back or took weeks to respond.”
Quality That Actually Shows
One client said: “Sam genuinely cares about the end result and made sure everything was completed to a standard that surpassed our expectations.”
Another simply noted: “The finishes throughout our home are impeccable. We genuinely couldn’t be happier. There is nothing in this house we would change.”
34 Years of Refined Process
Design Builders doesn’t build homes from templates. Every home is a one-off, designed around each client’s lifestyle, site, and budget, from concept through to completion. It’s been this way for over 34 years, delivering longevity and consistency with a true design and build approach.
Design Builders Bay of Plenty is part of a nationwide network supported by a shared architectural design centre. This means there are no handovers to external architects or gaps between design and buildability. It creates a more seamless process, reduces delays, and keeps costs more efficient than traditional architectural routes.
One couple said: “So impressed were we with the start to finish service and end product that we have since built a second home with Design Builders Bay of Plenty for my mother in law. We know where we’ll go for number three.”
In-House Design Team
What sets Design Builders apart is having their own architects and designers in-house. This means your vision stays consistent from the first sketch through to the finished home.
One client described working with them: “They came up with an original design and guided us through the vast array of choices. They had a lot of experience, good ideas, knew the suppliers and products.” That integrated approach, design, building, project management all under one roof, is why the quality is so consistent.
They Don’t Disappear After Handover
Most builders hand over the keys and move on. Design Builders does the opposite.
One family: “Since moving into our home we have had excellent after care service, and any queries or issues have been very promptly resolved.”
Another: “Even after everything was finished, Sam has still been there to help with any issues.”
Award-Winning, But That’s Not The Point
Sam’s projects have won multiple Master Builder House of the Year awards, including Gold. But that’s not why clients come back.
They come back because of the experience. “We felt very much in good hands,” one family said. Another: “We still feel like we are on holiday in our new home.”
Why This Matters
Building your home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make. You need a partner who treats it like a privilege, not a transaction.
Sam Perrin has 17+ years of building experience and nearly 9 years leading Design Builders BOP. The company has 34 years of proven process. Most importantly, the clients keep coming back. Not because they have to. But because they genuinely want to.
If you’re thinking about building, the first step is a conversation. Sam is always happy to talk through what you’re imagining and whether Design Builders might be a good fit.
There’s no obligation, no pressure, just a straightforward chat about turning your vision into a home.
Design Builders Bay of Plenty
Sam Perrin
027 757 7170 | 0800 456 456
sam.perrin@designbuilders.co.nz
