The Auckland Home Show isn’t just about filling nine halls; it’s about filling your head with ideas, your notebook with tips, and your renovation budget with savings.
And that’s where the 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.
Here’s the 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 assemble the right team so your renovation doesn’t fall 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 of experience in interiors, she’s the steady hand that keeps projects on track, guiding homeowners through significant choices and preventing costly mistakes before they occur. 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 50 shades of grey paint have ever paralysed you, 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, select the right products, and achieve maximum style with minimal 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, said 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,” she said.
“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. 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.
