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Renovations that last for Generations
Wanaka Renovations are our specialty.
At Prima Build, we’re a husband and wife team ,Livia and Darren Warren. We specialise in high-quality renovations in Wanaka that blend the charm of existing homes with the practicality and style of modern living.Darren’s been a builder with over 20 years of hands-on experience, known for his attention to detail and top-notch workmanship. Livia brings her eye for timeless design, practical product knowledge, and advanced 3D rendering skills to help clients visualise their space before the work begins.
We know that in a place like Wanaka, trust means everything. That’s why we keep our process personal, straightforward, and built around genuine relationships. From the first conversation to the final handover, we take pride in making the renovation journey smooth, transparent, and tailored to you.
Ready to get started?
The best first step is a conversation in your home.
We know that starting a renovation can feel overwhelming, where do you begin, what will it cost, and will it actually turn out the way you're imagining? That's exactly why we created our initial consultation. It's not a sales pitch. It's a genuine, no-pressure visit where we come to you, look at your space together, and help you get clear on what's possible.
We come to you
A 90-minute visit to your home from both Livia and Darren — designer and builder together, at the same time.
Honest Guidance
We'll tell you what's genuinely possible for your space and your budget, no surprises, no jargon, no overselling.
Scope & Ideas
We share our experience, bring fresh ideas, and help shape a vision you'll be excited about.
No Obligation
You're under no pressure to proceed with us. Many clients tell us the consultation alone gave them the clarity they needed.
Included for bathroom & kitchen projects
After our visit, Livia creates a full 3D render of your renovated space. You'll see exactly how your new bathroom or kitchen will look, the layout, finishes, and feel, so there are no guesses and no surprises. This alone is worth hundreds of dollars with a standalone interior designer. The 3D walkthrough is included in your consultation fee.
*Documentation, Rendered Images, Designs , Hard copies are not emailed,or provided directly until acceptance of Prima Build renovation quotation.
We Call Wanaka Home
We’ve made our life and business here in Wanaka, and we’re proud to be part of this community. We take the time to understand the homes, the climate, and the way people live in Central Otago – and we bring that care and insight into every renovation we do.
Husband & Wife, Start to Finish
With Darren on the tools and Livia on design, you get a hands-on team from start to finish. There’s no passing the buck , just clear communication, practical experience, and a shared commitment to getting things done right.
No Fuss, Just Quality
We believe in doing things the right way – with clear communication, reliable timelines, and solid craftsmanship. We work closely with a network of trusted local subtrades who take as much pride in their work as we do, so you can feel confident knowing your home is in good hands from start to finish.
Your Home, Your Way
Our job is to help guide you through the renovation process – bringing all your ideas together to create a space that truly reflects you and how you live. Whether you're wanting to keep the charm of an older home or add some modern touches, we’re here to make the process as enjoyable and stress-free as possible, every step of the way.
Why Choose Us
You have done such an amazing job with our bungalow renovation; we are so happy with it and it is just how we hoped and imagined it would be.
We could never have thought a renovation could be this stress free and we put that down to your careful planning and consistently keeping us informed. We have found you to be meticulous, working to a very high standard, and expecting the same from all your tradies.
Chris and Kim
Livia and Darren, you’ve completely transformed our home from dark and dated to fresh, bright, functional, and modern and become great friends in the process. We absolutely love our new bathrooms and our bright functional new kitchen. The whole process was stress free.
Kerry
The tradesmen that Darren uses were also top notch – as I live in an apartment block, I did have to consider my neighbours and had absolutely no complaints- Darren is a very tidy measured person and I was thrilled with the outcome – on time on budget and would highly recommend them to anyone considering a renovation.
Pauline
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Service Areas:
Wānaka , Queenstown , Cromwell
We are based in Wānaka
021 149 6442
