Archco Architecture

30/04/2026

Ohapuku House, Ohoka.

A contemporary rural home on the family farm, shaped by the simplicity of surrounding farm buildings. Gabled forms, clad in Abodo timber and brick, sit quietly within the landscape.

Deeply recessed glazing, formed by a high-performance wall system, adds depth and thermal efficiency, while a skylight spine draws light through the home. Juliet balconies and generous openings strengthen the connection to the rural setting and outdoor living.

A familiar language, reimagined.

Built by - Coldstream Builders
Photography by - Stephen Goodenough
Landscape Design by - nkla landscape design

08/04/2026

Wai-iti Terrace, Christchurch.

A 1950s red brick home reworked into a modern space while keeping its original character.

Brick remains the hero, reimagined with curves and crafted detailing. The lattice brick entry screen adds privacy while giving the home a strong identity from the street.

At the rear, a cantilevered roof extends over the outdoor area, with new garage and studio spaces supporting the owners’ love of motorsport.

A simple home, completely transformed.

Built by - Whyte Construction
Photography by - Stephen Goodenough

02/03/2026

We've been quietly getting our ducks in a row behind the scenes.

Over the past few week's we've been wrapping up photoshoots on several recently completed projects, making sure everything is captured just as it was intended to be experienced!

With the photography now completed, we're preparing our submissions for this years architecture awards. We are very greatful to our clients who trusted us with their homes!

Excited to share more soon

Ft - 'Wai-iti' Projects ducks in a row
Photography - Stephen Goodenough

26/02/2026

Forté Showcase: Burntwood

See the latest Forte product showcase on our "Burntwood" project in North Canterbury. See the below links for the video and website showcase!

Photography: Biddi Rowley

https://forte.co.nz/projects/burntwood-house?utm_campaign=39175782-Burntwood%20House&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9CTTJNowm6FLDTgn4HvxEsl9TIE0idfcRcetmhh6bJuJejwc8hnX_br1uPGq3Skt7xs_RsYAtu2uNqeZ14HPxAX_IdGQ&_hsmi=405425807&utm_content=405425807&utm_source=hs_email

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vVIQyU0HoKs

02/02/2026

HOME OF THE YEAR 2026 // FINALIST - BURNTWOOD

We are excited to see our Burntwood Project as a finalist in the HOME Magazines - Home of the Year 2026.

The readers choice voting is now open and we would love your vote!

Click the below link to view, vote and see and this years other finalists!

https://homemagazine.nz/home-of-the-year-2026-the-finalists/

20/01/2026

We are hiring! - Part Time Position

An employment opportunity is available for an Experienced Architectural Technician with proven technical experience and the right attitude for a part time position with a minimum fixed 20 hour week with the option for additional hours in a working from home situation.

For your application to be considered, you must have:

- New Zealand Residency and a minimum of five years' experience in the New Zealand Construction Industry
- Previous experience in high-end residential architecture and/or commercial and industrial builds.
- The ability to work both independently and as part of our Rangiora based office.
- Proficiency in ArchiCAD and the ability to produce working drawings for Building Consent and Construction purposes with minimal supervision.
- Planning experience is a bonus!
- Excellent technical drawing skills
- Strong communication skills.

If this opportunity suits you feel free to email your covering letter, CV, references and a portfolio of recent work including construction documentation to [email protected]

22/12/2025

As 2025 comes to a close, we just wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone we've worked with this year. It's been an incredibly busy one - so busy, in fact, that we haven't kept up with the social media as much as we hoped!

Here's a small glimpse of a few recently completed, currently underway and newly consented projects that will be kicking off in the New Year. We're excited about what's ahead and can't wait to share more as things ramp up again.

Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing holiday break and a great start to the New Year.

See you in 2026!

12/11/2025

12/11/2025

It feels like the Christmas rush has started in November this year! We managed to sneak out of the office for a joinery measure up at our Motunau project this afternoon. Great to see the Forté Envello cladding underway.

Sneak peak through the trees!

01/11/2025

ADNZ National Architectural Design Awards 2025

After heading down to Dunedin for this years amazing ADNZ Gala Dinner and National Architectural Awards we are very happy to have walked away as the National Winner for New Home over 300m2 for our Burntwood Project. A huge thank you to all the organizers, judges and other amazing entries who make the night possible.

Congratulations to all the other winners!
Check out ours and all the other winners of the nigh below!
https://www.rnz.co.nz/life/lifestyle/home/new-zealand-s-best-designed-pieces-of-architecture-in-2025