AKN Built

Experienced builder and owner, Adam Neely, is joined by two great guys, Toby and Steve, to build, renovate and project manage a wide variety of home renovation and new build jobs across Hawkes Bay.

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Adam Neely

Builder + Owner Family Man

Hawkes Bay born and bred, Adam started his own team in 2019, after 15 years with a leading HB commercial building company. He takes the time to understand what the client wants to achieve, then gets it done.

He’s a proud family man, and a hunter-gatherer that equally loves the bush and the ocean. Before building, he worked in marine research and conservation, but now loves getting out there to hunt in the ranges, spear fish or free dive for paua and crays whenever he can.

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Toby Watson

Apprentice Builder French Baker

Hawkes Bay born and bred, Toby is a competent young tradesman, often found crafting architrave or a new bullnose detail from native timber repurposed from the renovation. Toby loves the physicality of the job and honing technical craftsmanship skills in his workshop at home.

You may also find him amongst home-made macarons and pain-au-chocolat at the local Farmers Market.

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Steve Bennett

Builder + Joiner Family Man

Hawkes Bay born and bred, Steve has 32 years of joinery experience and brings all that proven expertise to his building work with Adam. Hard working and creative, he is also a thorough craftsman.

Steve is a proud family man and has spent a lifetime on and around the rugby field. Still heavily involved in the sport, he has transitioned into coaching and leadership.