Meet Our Auckland Home Show Experts For 2025

The Auckland Home Show, 11– 14 September at the Auckland Showgrounds

The Auckland Home Show isn’t just about filling nine halls with more than 450 exhibitors — it’s about filling your head with ideas, your notebook with tips, and your renovation budget with savings. And that’s where our experts come in.

These are the people who’ve seen it all, designed it all, fixed it all, and know exactly how to stop your dream project from turning into a nightmare. They’re not here to sell you a vision — they’re here to arm you with real-world advice that could save you $ thousands.

Here’s our Auckland Home Show expert lineup for 2025.

Russell Clark – Licensed Renovations

Russell’s the guy you want in your corner before you even think about knocking down a wall. He’s made a career out of guiding homeowners through complex, high-stakes renovations without the headaches (or budget blowouts). Expect sharp insights on planning, timing, and how to get the right team lined up so your reno doesn’t come off the rails halfway.

Kelly Gammie – Rarebirds Interiors

Working with Kelly is like having a trusted advisor who brings clarity to even the trickiest design decisions. With more than 25 years in interiors, she’s the steady hand that keeps projects on track, guiding homeowners through big choices and stopping costly mistakes before they happen. Known for achieving brilliance from even the smallest spaces, her deft touches and thoughtful treatments turn ordinary rooms into something special.

Emma Adkins – Sample Workshop

If you’ve ever been paralysed by 50 shades of grey paint, Emma’s your antidote. Her 7,000-strong sample library is a treasure trove of design ideas, and she’s on a mission to demystify the design process. Emma’s practical tips will have you walking away ready to mix textures, colours, and finishes like a pro.

David Rhodes – Parrot Landscaping

David knows that backyards are more than grass and a fence — they’re your second living room. His award-winning landscaping projects turn bare patches into year-round havens. Whether you want tropical flair, sustainable natives, or a barbecue-ready entertainer’s deck, David will show you how to do it right — and avoid expensive mistakes that literally get buried.

Amie Berghan – Jacobsen Flooring

Floors, walls, tiles, and surfaces might not sound glamorous — until Amie starts talking. She has the inside scoop on what lasts, what looks amazing, and what you won’t regret in five years’ time. Her advice helps homeowners cut through the noise, pick the right products, and get maximum style with minimum fuss.

Put simply, these experts are the shortcut to making your renovation budget stretch further. Their mix of practical knowledge, design flair, and common sense means you won’t just leave inspired — you’ll leave prepared.

Amanda Magnus, General Manager of Exhibitions and Events NZ, says that in today’s home-building and renovation landscape, expert guidance isn’t just helpful — it’s essential. “At the Auckland Home Show, visitors can engage with trusted advisers who help them make smart decisions, avoid hidden pitfalls, and bring their vision to life.

“This year, we’ve assembled our strongest lineup of expert advisers ever — covering design, build, sustainability, landscaping, and more—so every visitor can access the right insights exactly when they need them.”

“And with the size and scale of exhibitors on show, visitors can compare products and services side-by-side, talk to actual humans, and bring their vision to life. That level of one-on-one guidance makes all the difference,” Magnus says.

“Combine that with the sheer scale of the show — with 450+ exhibitors, hands-on DIY workshops, Tiny Living Lane, garden features, and exclusive Show-only specials, the Auckland Home Show is the one event where you really can get it all.”

The Auckland Home Show runs Thursday 11 – Sunday 14 September 2025 at the Auckland Showgrounds, Greenlane.

Tickets from $10 early bird (under 18s free). For details and timetables visit: www.aucklandhomeshow.co.nz

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