Building Quality Homes.
Our team have a long history in the construction industry, always with a focus on creating beautiful homes.
Our focus is on quality, precision, and creating living spaces that stand the test of time, reflecting the highest standards in modern construction. Our leadership team is involved in every stage of the building journey, starting with the meticulous selection of our craftsmen. Each team member is chosen not only for their technical skill but also for their commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and pride in their work. With expertise spanning every phase of the construction process—from groundworks to finishing touches—we deliver beautifully built new homes and thoughtfully executed home improvements.
Our Values
Our values are rooted in quality, craftsmanship, precision, integrity, and calm. We believe in building homes that stand the test of time—spaces that are not only beautifully designed but thoughtfully constructed.
Leading our construction team is Willem van der Merwe, under his brilliant 21-year leadership in the industry, our teams produce extremely high value work. We do not rush, we do not do the typical industry-reputational start-a-job-then-leave-it-half-done. We finish well. We work with quality clients and we deliver quality work.
About Calmera Homes
At Calmera Construction, we believe that a home should be more than just a place to live—it should be a sanctuary. For over 21 years, our dedicated team has been building homes, extensions, kitchens, and bathrooms that embody lasting quality, thoughtful design, and a sense of calm. Inspired by our name—derived from the French word ‘calme’—we approach every project with a focus on creating beautiful, peaceful spaces where families can truly feel at home.
Our leadership team plays an active role throughout the building journey, beginning with the careful selection of highly skilled craftsmen who not only excel technically but take immense pride in their work.
We look for individuals who share our commitment to precision, integrity, and excellence. From the foundations to the final finish, our expertise spans every stage of construction, enabling us to bring each client’s vision to life with care and confidence. Whether we’re building a brand-new home, transforming a kitchen, updating a bathroom, or extending a space for growing families, our approach is always the same: calm, collaborative, and uncompromising on quality. At Calmera Construction, we don’t just build houses—we build homes designed for living well.
The Comfort of Home.
Built with Precision.
Where Calm Meets Craftsmanship.
Latest News
We are part of a number of property and construction networks. Here we share the latest news in the industry as well as ideas and tips for those planning a construction project.
British home prices to rise 3.5% this year; government to miss 5-year building target: Reuters poll
A Reuters poll forecasts a 3.5% rise in UK home prices for 2025, driven by steady borrowing cost expectations and persistent housing shortages. However, the government is projected to fall short of its goal to build 1.5 million homes by mid-2029, likely completing only around one million. Analysts cite limited capacity and financial incentives among top builders as key constraints. Affordability for first-time buyers may improve due to anticipated interest rate cuts.
Permitted Development Rights (Extension) Bill
In February 2025 a new Permitted Development (PD) bill was submitted to the House of Lords. The bill is a substantial uplift in what can be achieved through PD. The most exciting parts of this bill for home owners include: raising the eaves and ridge height of a building by up to one metre, allowing for loft extensions on properties that fall short of the required height; modifying the shape of the roof to hip, gable or mansard; side extensions or rear extensions up to 4 metres to the full height of the house.