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Carnachan Architecture — Thu, 14 May 2015 23:25:31 +0000

NEW CITY HOTEL

Carnachan Architecture in conjunction with Boffa Miskell, have designed a new hotel for Tauranga’s CBD. The hotel is 13 storeys high, complete with penthouses, gym, conference centre and restaurants.

Carnachan Architecture — Fri, 24 Apr 2015 23:23:33 +0000

Steve Jobs’ maxim is equally true at Carnachan Architecture. When designing a new home Mark Carnachan draws on 20 years of experience to create buildings that are balanced, spacious and a joy to use. Mark has designed across the architectural spectrum in London, Auckland and Tauranga; most notably with high profile Auckland architect Simon Carnachan. Their projects included homes on Waiheke Island, Piha and Parnell. Mark is a Registered Architect and a graduate of the University of the Auckland School of Architecture. “They accepted me based on a boat design I presented,” he recalls. His first love was yacht design and he worked on high performance yachts by designer Laurie Davidson, three time winner of the America’s Cup. “Boats are great for architects, as they teach you to make the most of small spaces, while achieving something beautiful and well built.” DESIGN THAT DOESN’T HOLD BACK With Mark as your architect you can expect him to ask you a lot of questions. “Lifestyle is the key to any design brief, and you want a design to work with your lifestyle, not against it,” he explains. Of course there are other considerations too, like location and site limitations. Take a Mount Maunganui home he has designed on a 200m2 site. “The clients’ brief referenced Japanese architecture,” says Mark who admits he loves nothing better than a challenge. His design solution is a multi level home, layered for space, incorporating a six metre stud with expanses of glazing to access views to both Mauao and Pilot Bay. CREATING A TEAM Mark is currently working on a number of larger projects, including a spa and a performing arts centre. The Sports and Performing Arts Centre (below), is an innovative multi-use design which includes a mezzanine gallery, gymnasium, and musical suite. He also has several high end houses under construction locally, and a farmhouse in the Waikato. The studio’s growth has prompted him to add like minded designers to his team; people who dare to make a difference to the built environment through Carnachan Architecture’s “5d” design process – to Discuss, Discover, Develop, Document, and Deliver. For architecture which embraces and enhances the way you live, talk to Mark

MOUNT UPDATE

Carnachan Architecture — Fri, 27 Mar 2015 04:02:03 +0000

The team at D&B Construction are doing a great job on this unique home on Maunganui Road. The framing and roofing is complete, and the cladding has begun with the Euroline seamlok metal tray going on first, followed by the cedar. The colour of the metal cladding is FLAXPOD, a new colour from Colorsteel. The window frames are in, with the glazing onsite to begin shortly.

Carnachan Architecture — Fri, 27 Feb 2015 21:23:10 +0000

Mt Maunganui’s Orkney Road has been identified as a local property hot spot by the Bay Times. The cover page on May 2nd, features an editorial on recent sales and development of the area. Carnachan Architecture has designed a number of homes on Orkney and Valley Rd, with one about to start construction.

FARMHOUSE SKETCH

Carnachan Architecture — Fri, 27 Feb 2015 02:32:19 +0000

WHANGAMATA POOL & LANDSCAPING

Carnachan Architecture — Mon, 22 Dec 2014 22:09:24 +0000

This outdoor patio and pool design in Whangamata is now complete. The pool is raised above the lawn and landscaping (design by Xanthe White), and bordered by plastered walls on two sides for great wind protection.

COFFEE CLUB METRO

Carnachan Architecture — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 19:10:01 +0000

Here is a time lapse video of the fitout of The Coffee Club Metro Centre, on Queen Street. Mark designed this for SHL and The Coffee Club earlier this year.

BELLEVUE SCHOOL MULTIPURPOSE HALL

Carnachan Architecture — Wed, 05 Nov 2014 19:20:15 +0000

This exciting project is the new school hall for Bellevue School. The multi-purpose hall includes a basketball/netball court area for sports and activities, a stage for the performing arts, and a mezzanine floor for spectators and artwork display. Behind the stage is a music room and green room for teaching and school productions.

OHAUITI RESIDENCE UPDATE

Carnachan Architecture — Wed, 22 Oct 2014 19:29:07 +0000

WALTER PEAK PERGOLA OPENS

Carnachan Architecture — Sun, 05 Oct 2014 19:24:00 +0000

The pergola extension to the homestead at Walter Peak is now completed. The extension was designed by Mark for Southern Hospitality, and was built by award winning builders Rilean Construction; is operated by Real Journeys, and features a menu designed by Masterchef judge Josh Emett. Walter Peak is a well known tourist destination in Queenstown,