It started on a rugby field

Our partnership started on a rugby field, where we learned the value of skill, hard work and collaboration. 

When we met, Eric was an engineer in the high tech automation industry and Craig had recently completed a demanding four-year building apprenticeship program in New Zealand, his native country, where construction standards are high and workers are known for their obsessive dedication to excellence. 

We saw an opportunity to use our unique skill sets to form a partnership off the field and create a new type of construction company that makes remodeling less stressful and more transparent.

For more than two decades, we have provided high-quality kitchen remodels, bath renovations, and additions to Santa Cruz County homeowners.  We’re selective about the projects we take on and we always deliver high-quality work backed by our Elite guarantee.

Meet the Elite Team

We take care of every detail so you don’t have to.

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    Alison

    DESIGNER

    BA Interior Design, UC Davis, ASID

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    Lori

    DESIGNER

    BA Interior Design, Arizona State, Allied ASID

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    Stephanie

    DESIGNER

    BS, Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo

    Allied ASID

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    Kate

    PERMIT AND ESTIMATE COORDINATOR

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    Maria

    OPERATIONS COORDINATOR

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    Mason

    PROJECT MANAGER - ADUS

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    Phil

    PROJECT MANAGER

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    Ryan

    PROJECT MANAGER - BATH DIVISION

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    Tom

    LEAD CARPENTER

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    Loren

    LEAD CARPENTER

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    Mike

    LEAD CARPENTER

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    Don

    LEAD CARPENTER

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    Mick

    LEAD CARPENTER

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    Jay

    LEAD CARPENTER

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    Jacob

    LEAD CARPENTER

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    Zac

    LEAD CARPENTER

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    Matt

    CARPENTER

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    Tanner

    APPRENTICE

What do you get when you combine a Kiwi craftsman with a former engineer from Oklahoma?

 

ADU’s that are well-crafted, well-engineered, and almost, well ... fun.

We're thrilled to be recognized for our work

Yellow badge for 2021 Best of Houzz Service.
Home remodeling contractor
Winner of the 2020 Santa Cruz Sentinel Readers Choice award with a blue ribbon.
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“What impressed us about Elite was their attention to detail on the quote, and their knowledgeable, professional, and pleasant demeanor.”

-Rudi D, Soquel