We have over 35 years’ experience in residential design, from alterations and new houses through to precinct development and large retirement complexes.
Our architects and interior designers are passionate about enhancing lives through well-considered, well-detailed, and well-built spaces. And we apply local and international best practice to all aspects of design, creating high-quality residential buildings.
New Builds
PIHA BACH
The brief was to design a low-maintenance bach that maximised the sun and views and minimised the impact on the surrounding bush.
LYTTLETON HOUSE NEW BUILD
Simon worked closely with us and all other parties, his calm professionalism and ability to think outside the square has resulted in the perfect balance of unique and pleasing design features while meeting the demands of a tight, difficult site.
— Glen and Katharin - Homeowners
WELHAUS URBAN LODGE
Our Urban Lodge design for Welhaus was acknowledged by the Design Institute of New Zealand as Best Design for Diversity in Compact Design in Residential Interiors and was a finalist in their 2016 Residential Interiors Awards.
— Pynenburg & Collins Architects
WAIWHETU HOUSE
Our clients had outgrown their existing house and wanted to create a substantial new home as a foundation for family life.
SEAFORTH HOUSE
A new build in Sydney, Australia focussing on accessibility.
CUNNINGHAM TERRACE NEW BUILD
Simon listened and exceeded the brief, giving us a hill build that works in everyway for a family. The build opened up spaces to the section in ways that brought in new vistas and hidden nooks.
— Steph Dann - Homeowner
WATERLOO HOUSE
This extensive house features large living spaces at ground floor, a private swimming pool and spa area, and separate guest house.
Community
BISHOP SNEDDEN
“They listened, they listened and they listened. They were responsive and they were very professional. They inspired trust - they came across as being careful and thoughtful.”
- Les and Gaye
WOBURN APARTMENTS
The brief called for 86 independent-living apartments to complement an existing rest home and hospital. Creating a sense of community was important, as well as ensuring the building was sensitive to the character and scale of the surrounding neighbourhood.
Additions & Alterations
CONNAUGHT APARTMENT
An apartment renovation in Sydney, Australia which maximised the small space available, providing a fresh, modern outlook.
REDCLIFFS HOUSE REBUILD
The challenging task of designing a new build home from concept to completion, for total satisfaction of the client has certainly been met.
— Bryan Treleaven - Homeowner
1950’s HOUSE ALTERATIONS
This elegant extension rises seamlessly from the foundations of the original home, and thoughtfully meets the needs of the growing family who call it home.
KITCHEN & HOUSE ALTERATIONS
We received great support from Pynenburg & Collins Architects throughout the renovation process, and when any issues were encountered, Ken worked closely with the builders and joiners to find the best solution. We are delighted with the end result.
— Graeme and Julianne - Homeowners
UNIPOD BATHROOM DESIGN
We are pleased that judges recognised the way architect Simon Blencowe from Pynenburg & Collins Architects incorporated Lifemark accessibility with design features and New Zealand timber surfaces.
— Dan Tremewan, Development Director at Welhaus
