Timber has always been one of New Zealand's greatest natural resources. It is renewable, versatile, strong and well suited to our climate. Yet many homeowners still assume imported timber products offer better quality or greater value.

In reality, choosing locally sourced New Zealand timber can reduce construction costs, shorten building programmes and create homes that are both beautiful and environmentally responsible.

At Stephan Meijer Architecture, we encourage clients to consider local timber wherever practical. Not only does it support the New Zealand economy, but it often delivers significant savings throughout the entire life of the project.

Lower Material Costs

Imported timber products often include hidden costs such as:

• International freight
• Shipping delays
• Currency fluctuations
• Import duties
• Additional transport within New Zealand

Locally grown timber avoids many of these expenses.

Whether you're building in Nelson, Tasman or elsewhere