About Us

We find that building a home is never just about the structure itself. For the families we work with, it is about creating a place that reflects who they are, how they live, and what they value most. That is why we believe design should never be about chasing trends, but about creating timeless spaces that feel right, function well, and bring pride for generations.
Benchmark Homes Team
Over the Years
The way we work always begins with listening. We take the time to understand your lifestyle, your priorities, and the way you want your home to feel. From there, we guide you through the journey with clarity and honesty, so you feel confident in every decision. Our goal is to design homes that balance architectural quality with practicality, giving you something that is both inspiring and achievable. We believe our history is an important part of what makes us different. Having come from a background in volume building, we bring strong systems and efficiency, but today we apply those skills to a smaller number of highly considered projects. This means every home we build is more detailed, more personal, and more about the people who will live in it. We find that trust and relationships are just as important as design. Clients are placing enormous trust in us, and we do everything we can to honour that responsibility. Service is at the heart of what we do, because when the process is done well, the home itself is always better for it. Ultimately, we believe in creating homes that capture the essence of good design, without ever losing sight of the people who live within them. That is what drives us, and that is what makes a Benchmark home special.
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Years of Operating

25

Master Builders Awards

20

Houses Built

1500

Our Team
Our small team work closely together to ensure continuity and personal service for our clients. Our shared goal is an enjoyable and stress-free building experience, to create a unique, quality home for you.
Richard and Sam

Richard Evans

Director

Richard and Sam

Sam Evans

Director

Richard and Sam

Ben Marshall

Branch Manager (Canterbury)

Richard and Sam

Alan Marshall

Branch Manager (Central Lakes)

Richard and Sam

Linda Powell

Client Liaison

Richard and Sam

Jessica Knowles

Accounts & Finance

Richard and Sam

Theo Mortimer

Production Manager

Richard and Sam

James Yeoman

Project Manager