Case Study — New Build

North Shore, Auckland — Seamless 10kW Solar for a New Build

Solar integrated during the construction phase for a flawless, cable-free finish from day one.

New Build Integration Auckland, NZ

System at a glance

10kW
System capacity
Trina Solar
Premium panels
Hybrid
Premium inverter
Zero
Exposed cabling

Solar from move-in day — with a flawless modern finish

The homeowner was building a new home on Auckland's North Shore and had a clear vision: solar panels ready the day they moved in, with absolutely no visible cabling or retrofitted conduits marring the clean, contemporary design.

Most solar installations are retrofits, where cables run along exterior walls. This homeowner wanted something different — a fully integrated system that looked like it was always part of the house.

Key Pain Points

  • Wanted solar generating power from the first day in the new home
  • Clean modern finish with no visible cabling
  • Future-proofing against rising electricity prices
  • Needed to coordinate installation with builders' timeline

Installed during construction — all cabling hidden in walls

By working alongside the builders during the construction phase, we routed all solar cabling through the wall cavities before the interior was lined — resulting in a completely seamless installation.

Construction-Phase Install
Coordinated with builders to install panels and run cabling before walls were lined
Hidden Cabling
All DC and AC wiring concealed within wall cavities — zero external conduit
Neighbour Referral
Inspired by our Schnapper Rock project — the homeowner saw the results firsthand

Why New Build Integration Matters

Installing solar during construction costs less, looks better, and performs better. Cabling is shorter (reducing losses), the roof structure can be optimized for panel placement, and there's zero disruption to a finished home. It's the smartest time to go solar.

A perfect blend of form and function

The homeowner moved into a brand-new home with solar power already flowing — no waiting, no retrofit mess, and a system that looks like it was always part of the design.

Zero
Exposed cabling — perfect modern aesthetic
Day One
Solar generating from the moment they moved in
Future-Proof
Protected against rising electricity prices for 25+ years
Completed North Shore new build with integrated solar panels

Key Insight

"Solar can be smart, simple, and seamless when installed at the right stage."

— Apollo Energy Team

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