Residential Architects Auckland

When researching the best architects, architectural designers and interior designers for your new home it can be challenging to know where to begin and who to turn to.

We consider it a privilege to be involved in your project. Whether this is your first or third high-end home, we'll ensure you feel supported and heard every step of the way. Designing and constructing your home is an emotive journey, but we're here to provide clarity and support throughout. We specialise in luxury residential architecture, as designers we bring precision, craftsmanship, and a personalised approach to every project.

While Christchurch is our home, we’re expanding our reach to Auckland, with a dedicated team member based there to provide local insight and support. We’re excited to offer our design philosophy to new clients, creating exceptional homes with the same level of care and attention we've honed locally.

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Why Choose O'Neil + Architecture?

With over 20 years of experience in crafting award-winning, luxurious homes, New Zealand-wide, our Auckland-based team is dedicated to delivering beautiful homes perfectly suited to your lifestyle. We create a service package to match your specific needs, ensuring a personalised experience from concept to completion. Each project is assessed and quoted individually, our fee structure is competitive and depending on the project we can usually offer a fixed price quotation. We’ll work with you every step of the way to make sure you understand the process, what’s involved and what you need to do. We have built a solid portfolio of work that has attracted international interest and industry recognition. Explore our diverse range of projects.

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Our Design Philosophy

At O'Neil + Architecture, our team's primary focus is on designing livable, functional, and aesthetically beautiful spaces that enrich the everyday lifestyles of our clients. Our goal is to build for the future and to build responsibly; conserving energy and resources during construction and throughout your home’s life. We build long-term relationships with clients, builders and consultants based on open communication and clear delivery strategies.

Making homes is a serious endeavour, but we believe it should be enjoyable for all involved. Our goal is to make your design journey as stress-free and as engaging as possible. It begins here and ends long after you move in to your new home. We’ll work with you every step of the way to make sure you understand the process, what’s involved and what you need to do. Here’s a brief look at what happens during each phase.

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Our Team

Our close-knit team of seven operates like a well-oiled machine. We believe we embody the best of both worlds – we're agile and small enough to provide a truly personalised service, while also boasting the wealth of experience of a larger firm. We collaboratively work with you to draw out the unique and personal traits that make a house a home - understanding your brief is key to finding imaginative and thoughtful designs. We integrate your brief with the desired design aesthetic, and respond in a contemporary and timeless manner to the unique circumstances and environment of each site. Our commitment to delivering the highest quality documentation to your builder ensures that they can build you an inspired, and enduring home. This comprehensive approach provides our clients with a rewarding journey and a truly superb home that exceeds all expectations.

Darren O’Neil

Director | Principal

Jacinda Shirley

Senior Designer

Lucy Ross

Practice Manager

Phil Ngenang

Senior Technical Designer

Alastair Sewell

Senior Technician

Alescia Whitfield

Architectural Technician

Carmella Zuccaro

Studio Coordinator

Featured Projects in Auckland

We specialise in high-quality residential design, delivering exceptional results by limiting the number of projects we take on. Each project is unique. We serve clients across Auckland, with current projects including a rural estate in Coatesville and a waterfront home in Glendowie.

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Another happy client

Tetris House

We found working with Darren and the team a great experience. They listened to our needs and nailed the design, surpassing our expectations.
We found the cost of the design process very reasonable. The team worked in with the builders to overcome any design modifications we made along the way.
We would have no hesitation recommending O'Neil + Architecture to anyone looking to build a stylish new home, and will certainly use them again ourselves. Thank you so much for designing a wonderful new home for us.

Marc & Wendy

Your new home with O'Neil + Architecture

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