The recent nationwide timber shortage is really starting to impact the construction industry.
Here at Helicon, we are fortunate to have access to world leading alternative products so that we can continue to deliver amazing results for our clients despite the timber shortage.
One of our favourite products is the SIP panel - Structural Insulated Panels.
These panels are strong, energy efficient AND create a beautifully warm home.
Constructed with an insulating foam core sandwiched between two structural facings, they are the perfect alternative to timber framing.
Even better, they meet Passive Home standards too!
Contact us to find out more.
Timofey is a qualified builder with over 40 years of experience, running a construction business in New Zealand since 2002. He specialises in high-end residential homes, particularly in concrete construction, including aerated and in-situ concrete panels. Timofey is also a Certified Passive House tradesman and helped deliver our first Passive House project in 2021.
For the past 10 years, Igor has led a dedicated team delivering well-crafted, high-performance buildings. Prior to moving to New Zealand, he worked with global multinational companies in the finance sector across Central and South Pacific Asia. At Helicon, Igor oversees project management, contract management, and compliance.
Dasha Tarasova is a NZIA-registered architect specialising in high-end residential design, bringing a refined, design-led approach to her role with the Helicon team. She works closely with architects, consultants, and builders to guide projects from concept through to completion, maintaining a strong focus on spatial quality, proportion, and material expression. Her approach is meticulous and highly collaborative, with particular attention to craftsmanship, weathertightness, and the long-term performance of the building envelope.