A Fresh Start for Platinum Homes Canterbury
Platinum Homes has long been part of the Canterbury building landscape, and we're proud to announce a new chapter for the region - led by someone who knows the Platinum Homes brand better than almost anyone.
Rob Cornelius brings a depth of experience that few can match. Before stepping into the role of Canterbury Licensee, Rob spent over seven years at Platinum Homes Head Office as the National Training and IT Manager - a position that saw him work alongside licensees across New Zealand, equipping them with the systems, tools, and training needed to deliver quality homes consistently.
With a broader career spanning project management across construction, IT, banking, and manufacturing, Rob brings both technical expertise and a solutions-focused mindset to every build. He's not just familiar with how Platinum Homes works - he helped shape it.
A Team Built for Canterbury
Rob is supported by a refreshed team that combines deep industry knowledge with strong local ties. Lorraine Cornelius oversees Accounts, while Sales Consultant James Cornelius is on hand to guide clients through the building journey - from first conversation to front door.
Together, the team brings diverse expertise and genuine enthusiasm to the Canterbury region - and a commitment to the client experience that has always been at the heart of the Platinum Homes brand.
Quality, Integrity, and Innovation
The Canterbury team is proud to represent a brand built on quality, integrity, and innovation - and they bring this ethos to every project, whether it's a family home, an investment property, or a lifestyle block build.
If you've been considering building in Canterbury - or if you've been waiting for the right team to work with - we'd love to connect you with Rob and the team.
Ready to build in Canterbury?
Get in touch with the Platinum Homes Canterbury team today and take your first step toward a home designed around your lifestyle.
Contact our local Christchurch team here.
Further reading
Designing a new home is an exciting opportunity to create a space that suits the way you live. While major decisions like the overall layout and house plan are important, it is often the smaller design choices that make the biggest difference to how your home feels and functions every day.
As we move through 2026, interior design is shifting towards homes that feel warm, lived in and timeless.
Rather than picture perfect spaces, the focus is on comfort, layered textures and choices that stand the test of time.
Here’s what is shaping home design this year and how you can bring it into your own home.
Why Indoor Temperature Matters More Than You Think
We spend a lot of time at home, sleeping, relaxing, working. The temperature inside shapes not just comfort, but health. Living in a home that is too cold, too hot, or swings drastically in temperature can affect sleep, mood, energy, and even respiratory or cardiovascular wellbeing. Homes that maintain a stable, healthy temperature reduce illness, support better rest, and help people function at their best.