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It took Warwick 15 years to achieve his dream and get planning permission for his barn, although he wasn't waiting for consent from the local council, but rather from his wife.

The barn and accommodation also had the main 'job' of housing some very precious treasures that needed secure storage.

"I shopped around to find a system that would offer protection to some vintage cars that originally came from my father's collection.  Two of these have been handed down to me and it was my responsibility to develop a home for them that would keep the vintage cars in prime condition.  

Once I found out about Customkit I was convinced they were the people to go with."

Warwick built the barn himself, working closely with Customkit to resolve any issues that came up during the build.

"The hardest part was finishing the portals and beams...largely because of the poor weather at the time.  Lucky for me the instructions from Customkit meant that even the elements couldn't stop me from building what I wanted."

Customkit's Managing Director Michael Anselmi says the house/barn combination is catching on among people who want the flexibility of storing their belongings and also housing themselves. 

"Often this is an ideal solution for getting people started on a lifestyle block before they move on to build their main house. "

 

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Customkit Buildings is a 100% New Zealand owned and operated business supplying quality timber framed buildings throughout the country. With over two decades experience we are New Zealand's most established supplier of elegant Barn-style homes and timber framed sheds for work or play.

We are a small, experienced, close-knit team, with a love for design, Barn-style buildings and great construction methods. No two clients, landscapes or lifestyles are ever the same and we get that at Customkit.

Creator and owner of the business Michael Anselmi is a qualified Joiner and Carpenter by trade with over 40 years experience in the industry. Since the creation of Customkit he has maintained the importance of great design, quality materials and uncomplicated construction methods.

All of our Barn-style buildings are designed to meet your individual site and lifestyle needs. At Customkit we believe in creating remarkable buildings that make a connection between your lifestyle and your land. Our approach is personal and collaborative from the initial concept to completion enabling you to take ownership of the build and stamp your personality on it.