ArchitectureNow Editorial Desk

Colour Collab: Alison Gwerder

People | As senior interior designer at Beca in New Plymouth, Alison Gwerder creates environments that promote and foster community, and enhance our society and culture.

Safety comes first: Winstone Wallboards’ Tauranga facility

Projects | Winstone Wallboards’ state-of-the-art Tauranga facility is setting a new safety benchmark for large-scale industrial developments in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Global recognition for Stack Interiors’ UDC Finance

Awards | STACK Interiors’ design for UDC Finance Limited is gaining international attention, with the workplace project longlisted in the 2025 Dezeen Awards.

Studio Pacific delivering 88 new homes

Projects | Construction is now underway at Pīrangi, a new residential development in Point England, delivered as part of the Tāmaki Regeneration Programme.

Jasmax appoints Tim Melville as Technical Specialist

People | Jasmax has announced the appointment of Tim Melville as Technical Specialist, who brings over 30 years of architectural experience to the role.

Reflecting on how we engage with our surroundings

News | A new commission by Ammon Ngakuru takes the stage at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki.

Architects reimagine affordable homes

News | Cynthia Yuan and Norman Wei are the recipients of the 2025 F. Gordon Wilson Fellowship for Affordable Housing. Their proposal, Loose-Fit Futures, has been recognised for its multicultural approach to rethinking domestic space in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Impressionism meets innovation on the gallery floor

Projects | Melbourne National Gallery of Victoria’s French masterpieces are showcased atop GH Commercial’s bespoke carpet — blending art, design and craft.

Alpine Tray: Engineered for New Zealand conditions

Projects | Freeman Roofing’s Alpine Tray is engineered for New Zealand’s climate. With concealed fixings for a clean finish, performance on low-pitch roofs, and superior rainwater run-off, it’s built to meet the challenges of climate change — delivering durability, style and confidence in every design.

Re(NEW) the Gordon Wilson Flats

News | Te Herenga Waka Victoria University of Wellington is urged by The Architectural Centre to reuse the structure of Wellington’s controversial Gordon Wilson Flats.