We pride ourselves on our customer service from the initial consultation to the completion and handover of your new home.
Kirsty Johnson
Sales Consultant
Mob: 021 371 347
“Having helped create and bring to life client builds with Downey for over 6 years now I can confidently reassure my clients they are making the right choice when it comes to choosing a builder not only to build their home but to create a lifelong relationship with – so much so I decided to go through the journey for myself!
I have been in my new Downey home for 1 year now and having been through the journey that I walk my clients through it has given me not only trust in the process but also a glimpse in to all the excitement of every stage, confidence in the products we use, tradesman we work with and attention to detail of building with Downey.
My background in textiles and furnishings ensures I am thinking of client spaces not only at plan stage but also when they are living in them and ensuring spaces are designed for how they are intended to be used. In my down time I enjoy getting creative in the kitchen and outdoor barbecuing with my favourite dish being smoked salmon perfected on our Yoder smoker.”
Charlotte van der Walle
Sales Consultant
Mob: 021 286 8070
“Over the past 25 years I’ve helped people bring clarity and confidence to major life decisions – first as a senior Executive Assistant, and now as a design‑led Consultant guiding clients through the exciting journey of designing and building their dream homes.
I hold a Residential Interior Design Diploma, have run my own design business for over a decade, and have renovated three homes. This hands-on experience gives me a practical approach to balancing design, functionality, and long-term liveability. I’m known for listening closely, translating ideas into workable solutions, and guiding clients with calm, organised care.
At Downey Designer Homes, I’m passionate about helping people feel genuinely supported from the moment they walk in. Building your home should feel exciting, not overwhelming, and I’m here to make the process clear, enjoyable, and tailored to you.
Outside of work, you’ll find me tackling DIY projects, gardening, or exploring in our caravan with my partner and our two dogs.”
“My passion is working with people who are excited about creating their very own new home. This starts from site selection, and carries on through plan choice or custom design and into specification and identifying those little wow items that individualise each home.
It’s really satisfying seeing our clients work through this process to an amazing end result. Best of all is watching their excitement build through the construction phase and onto move
in day.
I really believe building a new home is a fun and rewarding achievement for every Downey client.
When I am not in the office I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, pottering in my veggie garden, cooking up a storm or chilling with a good book.”