Greenway Studio

03/02/2026

A series of concept sketches coming together for a project currently in development.

The client brief was simple and direct: more shelter. After several years in this contemporary hilltop home, the exposure and persistent winds had limited how the outdoor spaces could be used and enjoyed.

Our response is a more grounded, integrated relationship between house and landscape. A sunken courtyard, accessed from multiple points, creates a protected microclimate and a flexible, multi-use entertaining space — drawing the architecture down into the terrain.

A gabled loggia with retractable screens extends northward, strengthening the connection to the outlook while providing reliable shelter to the courtyard and cedar hot tub.

12/11/2025

07/11/2025

The Ranch, Allpress Olive Groves – Waiheke Island
Set among the olive groves, this outdoor pavilion was designed as the social heart of the property — a space for long lunches, cooking, and relaxed gatherings.
Built from a heavy steel frame with sliding cedar shutters, it opens to views of the surrounding groves and can be closed to form a private courtyard garden.
With a full outdoor kitchen, dining area, bar fridge, lounge space, and hot tub, it’s become the central hub of the accommodation and a place to bring people together.

06/11/2025

Our old pal Franki modelling in front of a the entertaining pavilion we designed for

28/10/2025

Here’s a glimpse of our Matakana project, wonderful to see our native pallet flourishing.

28/10/2025

Here's a glimpse of our Matakana project, wonderful to see our native pallet flourishing.

28/05/2024

Great to see this rooftop garden flourishing.

30/01/2022

Greenway Studio has explored a myriad of techniques to maximise every square inch of this property. Here, we’ve designed a gabled nook with rolling shutters. The simple mechanics of these shutters allow vast views across a public reserve and a cool breeze; when privacy and shelter are required the screens are easily closed, creating an intimate enclosure. The gabled form of this structure is directly informed by the pitch of the existing home. Large grade nikau will be planted either side to create a passive climate control and nestle the nook into the landscape without the hassle of leaves dropping in the pool.

On the east side of the pool, an ordinarily unsightly pool cover box is transformed into a generous daybed. With a west facing aspect this lounger becomes the ideal position for sunbathing and drying off after a dip. Considered placement of a mature nikau palm will cast dappled shade over adjustable backrests, providing a retreat from the high sun.

Large sliding doors on the south side of this newly renovated villa will open onto a covered, outdoor entertaining space. An outdoor kitchen complete with an in-situ cast concrete bench, wood fired asado grill and a bar fridge align seamlessly with the interior kitchen making this the ideal spot to entertain small or large groups. The west end of this space will house an outdoor fireplace, L-shaped sofa and bean bags.

Precise outdoor lighting will enhance the carefully landscaped gardens further. Strip lighting countersunk into raised, concrete garden beds, up-lit specimen trees and pool lights will illuminate the gardens without harsh direct light catching the eye. Renders curtesy of our specialist .pp

28/01/2022

Hi guys, my new website is finally live!
Lots of new work on there, would love for you all to check it out.

Greenway Studio is an Auckland based landscape and architectural design company founded by Liam Greenway.

25/11/2021

Great to see this project reaching completion, venturing into architectural projects has been a fruitful endeavour. Congratulations on your new home and