Why Us?

Bella Homes is owned by Simon and Margie Crawford, and they both feel strongly about delivering a friendly, personalised service.

Simon has been in the building industry for more than 35 years and is a proud multi -award winning member of the Registered Master Builders of New Zealand.

He is currently sitting on the Auckland Master builders executive board after serving an 8 year term as the Northland branch chair.

He has also served as a regional House of the year Judge for 5 years and has been appointed as a National judge in 2024.

Margie is a qualified interior designer who enjoys adding that ‘creative flair’ to the bella homes team, working closely with their clients to give them a real boutique building experience.

Bella Homes works hard to build great relationships with tradespeople and suppliers alike to be able to deliver competitively priced homes with quality second to none.

Simon Crawford – Director & Owner, Bella Homes Whangarei

Simon Crawford is the Director and Owner of Bella Homes Whangarei and is highly respected within the building industry. With 39 years of experience, he has built a reputation for delivering high-end, architecturally crafted homes across Northland, combining technical excellence with uncompromising attention to detail.

Throughout his career, Simon has earned multiple regional and national accolades at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year Awards, recognising his commitment to superior workmanship and innovative construction. His success in these awards led to his appointment as a Regional Judge for Registered Master Builders in 2015, and later as a National Judge in 2024—one of the highest honours in the industry. He continues in this role today

Simon has also contributed significantly to industry leadership and governance. He served as the Northland Branch Chair for Auckland Registered Master Builders for eight years and is currently a member of the Auckland Executive Board, helping shape standards, advocacy, and professional development within the sector.

Known for his professionalism, depth of knowledge, and dedication to advancing the building industry, Simon continues to lead Bella Homes with the same passion and integrity that has defined his nearly four decades in the field.