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Residential Design & House Plans in Nelson

Designed by a builder.

Backed by over 30 years of building experience.

At DesignWorx we believe the best homes are created when practical building knowledge and thoughtful design come together.

Form follows function. Beauty follows both.

A home should first be warm, healthy, energy-efficient, practical, easy to maintain and economical to build. When these fundamentals are right, beautiful architecture naturally follows.

3D visulation to visulize everything, from kitchens to bathrooms to whole houses.

Lisened Builder Practitioner Design Licence since 2021

Design Licence since 2021

Lisened Builder Practitioner Carpentry Licence since 2011

Carpentry Licence since 2011


Residential Design Nelson detailed 3D drawing

Builder-led design that makes the difference

Most designers understand how to draw a house.
We understand how to build one.

For more than three decades we’ve been building homes and renovations throughout New Zealand and Europe. That practical experience allows us to design with confidence, knowing exactly what works on site, what delivers long-term value and what should be avoided.

Building knowledge that shapes better design.

Every detail is carefully considered to:

✔ Simplify construction
✔ Reduce unnecessary cost
✔ Improve long-term durability
✔ Maximise energy efficiency
✔ Create warm, comfortable homes
✔ Deliver outstanding value for money

Let's design your project

Whether you're planning your forever home or transforming the one you already love, we'd love to hear your ideas. Our aim is to create homes that are enjoyable to build, exceptional to live in and built to stand the test of time.
Every successful project starts with a conversation:

One design team · One construction team · One vision.

You are welcome to engage DESIGNWORX purely for architectural design and consent drawings.
Many of our clients do exactly that before appointing their preferred builder.

If you choose CRAFTWORX LTD and/or ENJOINERY to complete your project, you'll benefit from a fully integrated design-and-build service, with the designer and builder working together from concept through to completion.

From design to completion

Having design, construction and joinery working together means better communication, improved quality and a smoother building process.