Brian Duncan

Managing Director | Certified Builder | LBP

To say building is a passion for Brian is an understatement. Watching someone’s dream become a reality provides great satisfaction.
There is always a new and exciting project to work on, and we as builders are only limited by our client’s imagination.

Having completed his Apprenticeship in 1977, Brian has seen many changes within the building industry over the years and has adapted well to those changes. He regularly attends training seminars to keep abreast of new and ever-changing regulations.

When Brian isn’t helping others to achieve their dreams, he is in his garage working on his Jeep getting ready to go out on his next 4wheel drive adventure, a sport his whole family is involved in.

As a member of NZ Jeep Club, Rodney Off Road Club and The Waikato Club, Brian has been able to give back to the community by way of fundraising for many valuable organisations such as The Salvation Army, The Ahuroa Fire Brigade, Westpac Helicopter Trust, St. John’s Ambulance Service, Hibiscus Coast Hospice, as well as individual schools for their specific requirements.

Richard Powell

Administration

Buildings, like computer systems, need meticulous planning in order to get them to ‘Go Live’ and reach Practical Completion (i.e. Lived In), and who better to make sure the planning and co-ordination of the extensive amount of materials, carpenters and sub-contractors goes to plan (weather excluded) than a guy who’s spent 25 years as a Project Manager on multi-million dollar projects.
But if you want to know what makes him tick, then start talking motorbikes and you’ll have his attention.

Richard assists Brian and his Team to ensure that plans are drawn up, calculations added up, and contracts are signed up.

Richard brings his insatiable desire to understand all aspects in the building process from a lay perspective, and help convey this to the customer so that the client’s experience is as stress-free as possible.

Lisa Archer

Office Administrator

Lisa is a perfectionist with amazing organizational skills, making her a perfect Office Administrator. She supports both the Building and Architectural sides of the Company to ensure projects run smoothly and the departments work cohesively as complex projects move between the design and building stages.
Lisa is the first point of contact, providing professional and knowledgeable service. She can assist with various concerns around getting started and form the bridges between the relevant professionals for your specific project.
With a young family and supportive husband, she is actively involved with school runs and socializing. She’s also a keen sportswoman who loves beach walks and netball when time allows.

Building Team

Duncan Building Services Ltd has an eclectic Team of builders and sub-contractors.

Including BCITO Apprentices, Licensed Building Practitioners, Project Managers, and Qualified Sub-Contractors, the Team brings a range of ideas and skills to each project. With more years’ experience between them then they care to mention, there’s nothing our Team can’t build.

When they’re not building client’s dream homes, they’re spending time with family and friends, volunteering in the community, participating in fitness and sports, or enjoying our beautiful beaches.

Selena Duncan

Head of Architectural Department | Architectural Designer | BSAS, MArch, LBP

Selena Duncan is an Architectural Designer and has been involved in the New Zealand Architecture industry since 2007. She received her Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies and Master of Architecture degrees from Norwich University in Vermont, USA.
She has studied Architectural Professional Studies at Unitec and has been certified by the New Zealand Registered Architects Board as Pathway 4 Equivalency Applicant for registration. Selena is a Design 2 Licensed Building Practitioner.

Selena is the head of the Architectural department of the family Design & Build Company, Duncan Building Services Ltd. She is passionate about design and specializes in new residential designs; she has also worked on many residential re-clads, additions, alterations and commercial projects.

Selena is published in Snapshot 500 Architecture + Women New Zealand and has published her Architectural Thesis Architecture Industry Education Centre as part of her Master’s degree.

Selena focuses on individualized design, functionality, style and takes pride in every project she works on.
Her design goal is to achieve a finished product that best suits and captures the perfect design for each individual client.

Becky Carr

Architectural Graduate | BAS, MArch (Prof)

Becky Carr is an Architectural Graduate, graduating from the University of Auckland with her Master of Architecture (Professional) in 2018. She is now working toward her Architectural Registration.

Becky works under Selena in the Architectural Department of the family Design & Build Company, Duncan Building Services Ltd. She has a particular passion for sustainable and historic Architecture and has previously worked in residential and commercial solar PV, water heating, and pool heating design.

Becky’s Master’s Thesis focused on the Ports of Auckland site and its complex relationship with the city, international trade, and the local environment. The research informed a design proposal for a linear park above the port, utilising existing and proposed port building roofs, spanning from Queens Wharf to Judges Bay.

Becky is active in the community. Beginning with her first stint as President of the Interact Club of Whangaparaoa in 2008, she has continually volunteered across the Hibiscus Coast. Currently she is President of the Hibiscus Coast Writers Club and secretary of Future Whangaparaoa Trust