Sam Robson & Ric Butturini
Ric Butturini & Sam Robson
In the market for a new build around Whangarei, you’re in the right spot, Sentinel Homes is your local design and build experts. We understand that building a new home is a big step, and we are here to guide you through the process with ease and expertise.
We know that every client is unique and has their own vision for their new home. That's why we offer both custom designs and the ability to alter plans to fit your taste. Our team is dedicated to working alongside you, understanding your needs, and bringing clever design ideas to your project.
“Instead of cookie-cutter developments that all look the same, my clients get something that stands out – for the right reasons.”
- Ric Butturini, Owner of Sentinel Homes Whangarei.
Whether you're looking for a modern house on the water in One Tree Point, a forever family home in Whangarei or a new build elsewhere in Northland, we would love to hear from you. Let's chat and see how we can make your dream home a reality.
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021 550 734
Managing Director
021 142 6972
The Sentinel Homes ‘Design and Build’ approach is about giving you a home that is unique to you and your family. Designed for how you live. No cookie cutter homes around here. We can approach your project in a couple of ways:
If you’re looking for something completely custom, we’ll guide you through the design process from floor plans to finishings - the only limit is your imagination. Bring along your ideas and inspiration and work with our team to come up with something that is uniquely yours.
Or, perhaps you’d prefer the inspiration of one of our many existing plans? This can be the springboard from which to design your dream home. All plans can be modified in any way to suit you. Extra bedroom? Easy. Larger kitchen and living? No problem. A home office or art studio? Consider it done.
With Sentinel Homes, no two houses are ever the same!
Choose from hundreds of proven existing plans you can customise to fit your family.
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Ric and Sam bring a wealth of hands-on experience, deep local knowledge, and a client-first mindset to Sentinel Homes Whangārei. Both are qualified builders with over 15 years in the industry, and together they’ve earned a reputation for honesty, integrity, and building homes that people are proud to live in.
Ric is a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) who spent over a decade on the tools, including two years working on high-end residential builds in London. For the last seven years, he’s successfully run his own building business, bringing leadership, craftsmanship, and attention to detail to every project.
Sam is also a qualified builder with a diverse background in the building industry, including five years as a project manager and experience in quantity surveying. His depth of knowledge across the full build process means clients benefit from clear communication, practical planning, and exceptional delivery.
Their mission is simple: to give clients the best building experience possible. They believe that referrals from happy clients are the highest compliment—and they’re committed to earning every one. With Ric and Sam, you deal directly with the owners, and they’ll be with you every step of the way.
Outside of work, Ric loves life in Northland with his wife Megan and their two young children, Winnie and Gianni. He’s often out fishing or spearfishing along the coast and enjoys time at the family bach up north—his favourite place in the world. Sam, along with his wife Kirsten and their daughters Izzy and Evy, enjoys golfing, squash, and weekends catching up with family in Mangawhai.
For Ric and Sam, there’s no better place to live, and no greater privilege than helping others build their dream home here. Reach out to the Sentinel Whangārei team to start your journey.
We offer a huge range of plans for you to browse. It doesn’t matter whether you want single level, 2 storey, 3 bedrooms, 5 bedrooms with an office - the range of plans we have for you to pick from is vast. The best part? You can customise any of these plans to your own needs. Save some of your favourite ideas, then let's meet to design a home that suits your family perfectly.
This is an excellent way to get into a new build if you haven’t yet found that ideal piece of land. We source incredible sections and develop plans to maximise their potential.
Our team has the consent and pre-build details covered so you don’t have to worry.
The choice is yours - build from the plan we’ve chosen, or design the dwelling however you like on your new section. Browse the current house and land packages below.
We are more than happy for you to reach out to us to see what’s possible - and what new sections might be coming up.
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Single home, 800m² sites have been transformed into 5, 6 or even 7 town houses, providing a whole portfolio of assets many people only dream of. Much larger sites can be split up into smaller sections for standalone new builds.
If you’re looking to maximise the potential of your site, or just want to help your children into the market by adding one or two more homes, our team is here to help.
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It's important to us that your new home fits your family and lifestyle.
That's why we won't pressure you into choosing a standard, pre-built plan. Many of our clients use our library of ideas simply as a spring board to create their own floor plan and style that really suits them.
Whichever way you'd like to design your home, our expert team is here to help. Get in touch today!
0800 456 321Email usReady to maximise your land?
Many properties (even smaller ones!) in Auckland are now zoned for subdivision and infill housing.
Build a rental, townhouses, or stand alone homes. There are so many possibilities. Call us today and find out what's possible at your place, you could be surprised!
0800 456 321Email usWe strive for crystal clear communication and transparent pricing, so you are always in the know.
We've always known that above all, our clients want great communication, and no surprises when it comes to pricing.
Our team uses proven systems and processes to make sure you are always in-the-know, and our pricing and specification documents ensure you know exactly what you are getting, right down to the colour of the door handle, before you sign the build contract.
Find out more about our pricing here, or how we use The Sentinel App to communicate with you throughout the build.
Love where you live, but want a new home?
With land shortages in Auckland, many of our clients are choosing to knockdown an existing home, and build a new one in its place.
This is a fantastic way to keep your address, but live in a brand new home, that really fits your family.
We'll make it easy by managing the entire process for you. Give us a call, and let's have a chat today!
0800 456 321Email usLet’s get together for a free, no-pressure meeting with one of our team, at your place or ours.
We can't wait to hear your ideas!
