Our Team

Meet the people behind your new home. From your first conversation through to handover, our team is with you every step of the way.

New Home Consultants

Alex Bielski

Alex Bielski

New Home Consultant

Alex knows what it’s like to chase the Kiwi dream — because he’s done it himself. After moving to Canterbury as a young adult, he quickly fell in love with the region’s vibrant energy, family-friendly vibe, and strong sense of community. Today, he proudly calls Selwyn, Canterbury home.

✅ Real experience – Alex built his first home right here in Canterbury, so he understands the journey from a personal perspective

✅ Over 50 families helped – From first-home buyers, upsizes, downsizers and investors, Alex has guided more than 50 families smoothly through the building process

✅ Your building partner – Whether you're after a house and land package, turnkey, custom design and build, or investment opportunity, Alex has your back

✅ Down-to-earth and reliable – Easy-going, super organised, and always committed to keeping things clear and honest

✅Former retail manager and proud ex-member of the NZ Police, where he served the Canterbury community & Passionate about helping Kiwis achieve the security and pride of home ownership

Ready to build your future?

Let’s turn your dream home into a reality — stress-free, step by step.

Reach out to Alex today and take the first step toward your new home

Tyler Blackburn

Tyler Blackburn

New Home Consultant / Qualified Builder

A builder by trade, Tyler was born in Dunedin and raised in the small country town of Methven after moving to Canterbury at age five—and now proudly considers himself a true Cantabrian. Based in Christchurch, he brings nearly a decade of experience in the construction industry.

Tyler has a strong technical and practical understanding of the building process, and he’s always happy to offer clear, honest advice to help clients make confident decisions. Having bought and sold property multiple times himself, he knows the journey can feel overwhelming—but he’s here to guide you every step of the way, making it as smooth, stress-free, and enjoyable as possible.

With a genuine passion for construction and a love for helping people turn their ideas into reality, Tyler combines expertise with empathy. Outside of work, he’s a keen rugby supporter—you’ll often find him cheering on his beloved Methven Rugby Club, spending time outdoors, catching up with mates, or relaxing with his partner, Holly.

Rhiann Railton

Rhiann Railton

New Home Consultant

Originally from West Otago, I have recently returned home to New Zealand after more than seven years living and working in London.

While overseas, I developed broad experience across all areas of the construction industry, working with a diverse range of people and projects.

Now settled in Canterbury, I’m passionate about turning ideas into reality and supporting others to reach their goals. I bring a down-to-earth, energetic approach to my work and genuinely enjoy building strong, trusting relationships. I’m committed to making the building process as clear, stress-free, and enjoyable as possible for everyone involved.

Outside of work, I love spending time with loved ones, doing yoga, and exploring outdoors as often as I can.

Joanne Gilmore

Joanne Gilmore

New Home Consultant

Born and raised in Christchurch, Jo is a proud Cantabrian with extensive experience in real estate and in the residential building industry. She helps clients with everything from investment opportunities and turnkey packages to custom-designed homes. As an investor herself, and with a Diploma in Financial Advice and Residential Lending, Jo brings practical insight to the property market and enjoys helping clients make informed decisions to build long-term wealth.

Passionate about property and people, Jo is committed to building strong relationships and making the building process as smooth, enjoyable, and stress-free as possible for her clients.

Outside of work, Jo is a proud mum of two teenagers and enjoys an active lifestyle. Whether she is running, walking her Border Collie in the Halswell wetlands, following sport, or indulging her love of cars, she values staying active and connected to her community.

Sarah Colombus

Sarah Colombus

Sales Manager

Born and raised in Christchurch her whole life, Sarah can confidently say that she is a local Cantabrian through and through. When you meet with Sarah it will be impossible to not have a smile on your face, with her contagious energy, bright and bubbly personality and immense knowledge in construction, makes the home building process enjoyable and stress free for everyone that deals with her.

With over 10 years of experience as a New Home specialist, Sarah is very passionate about helping individuals and families achieve their home goals by turning their dreams into reality. Having personally built three times herself, she genuinely understands the building process and is able to clearly explain to her clients all the steps involved from start to finish.

Sarah believes there is no substitute for hard work, and works around the clock to make sure that her clients wants and needs are understood. When she eventually takes a break, Sarah loves spending time with her family at kids sporting events and walking the hills in the Halswell Quarry as often as she can.

Management Team

Contracts Management & Maintenance

Marketing / Administration Team

Ready to start your build?

Talk to our team about your new home in Canterbury. No obligation, just a friendly conversation about what is possible.

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