Sterne Collective

Sterne Collective Creators of inspiring visual designs, bespoke architectural spaces and custom special projects.

This centrally located 3 bedroom Mount Maunganui beach townhouse sits on a compact site, just a stone’s throw from the b...
24/04/2026

This centrally located 3 bedroom Mount Maunganui beach townhouse sits on a compact site, just a stone’s throw from the beach. Our client wanted to make the most of their space by transforming the garage into a welcoming guest retreat.

Working within the constraints of the existing structure – including plumbing, laundry services, structural walls and pipework – the design was carefully resolved so everything feels intentional rather than compromised.

The result is an interior fit-out aligned with council requirements that maximises space and creates a comfortable, inviting place for guests to stay.

A recent event brand identity we crafted for the St Heliers Chocolate Festival.The logotype takes cues from the fluid mo...
20/03/2026

A recent event brand identity we crafted for the St Heliers Chocolate Festival.

The logotype takes cues from the fluid movement of melted chocolate – rich, smooth, and expressive. Its organic form reflects the diversity of the festival experience, from bold flavours to delicate textures.

We wanted the identity to feel indulgent yet refined, capturing a sense of discovery and sensory delight while remaining versatile across touchpoints.

A brand designed to be as irresistible as the experience itself.

We’re excited to share the branding for Tauranga’s new local Terane Gin captures the raw beauty of New Zealand’s landsc...
02/03/2026

We’re excited to share the branding for Tauranga’s new local

Terane Gin captures the raw beauty of New Zealand’s landscapes through bold, small-batch distillation. Hand-foraged native botanicals and meticulous craftsmanship come together to create a gin that is grounded, expressive, and quietly refined.

Positioned in the premium craft spirits market, Terane Gin speaks to discerning drinkers who value provenance, authenticity, and design-led thinking. It balances untamed inspiration with precision, offering an elevated yet unpretentious experience rooted in place.

The brand identity reflects this duality. A strong, serif logotype with subtle irregularities conveys confidence, heritage, and craft, while the contour-line brand pattern – drawn from the Kaimai Ranges – anchors the visual language in the land itself. Earthy tones, tactile uncoated stocks, and restrained embossing create a system that feels elemental yet refined.

Unified by the brand statement Wildly Refined, Terane Gin’s design and voice work together to express a spirit shaped by nature and perfected through craft.

We’re excited to share with you our branding for Dog Friendly St Heliers. Crafting this identity and tone meant blending...
13/02/2026

We’re excited to share with you our branding for Dog Friendly St Heliers. Crafting this identity and tone meant blending personality with clarity: quirky type, cute dog illustrations, and a voice that’s friendly, playful, and community led. We love continuing our work with .heliers, helping make every corner of the village welcoming for everyone.

Good spaces don’t happen by accident – they start with an idea, explored and tested long before anything is built.This o...
11/02/2026

Good spaces don’t happen by accident – they start with an idea, explored and tested long before anything is built.

This outdoor area was carefully designed, with every detail refined before coming to life on site. Created as a wellness and recovery zone, it includes a spa, hot outdoor shower, an outdoor callisthenics rig, and space set aside for a future sauna.

Thoughtful planning ensures the space works hard functionally, while sitting comfortably alongside the home it belongs to.

Always rewarding to see a project come to life on site. We loved getting up close to the material palette and details as...
05/02/2026

Always rewarding to see a project come to life on site. We loved getting up close to the material palette and details as they take shape on this beauty, currently under construction in Bombay, in partnership with Counties Franklin Auckland /

We love our ongoing collaboration with Counties Franklin and – helping turn dream homes into beautifully resolved spac...
14/12/2025

We love our ongoing collaboration with Counties Franklin and – helping turn dream homes into beautifully resolved spaces.

Partnering with Sentinel gives us the opportunity to bring thoughtful design thinking into the group-home sector – refining proportions, elevating details, and transforming standard plans into homes with real architectural presence. It’s a space where we get to add value, quietly strengthen the vision, and ultimately help our clients shine.

This home, now under construction in Bombay, is already a standout. We can’t wait to share the finished result.

We’re excited to see this modern rural project taking shape in Mangawhai, New Zealand. The main black board-and-batten h...
10/12/2025

We’re excited to see this modern rural project taking shape in Mangawhai, New Zealand. The main black board-and-batten home will sit quietly in the landscape, with clean lines and a grounded presence. Nearby, a bold red corrugated-metal barn will provide a strong, unified counterpart. Together, the buildings form a refined, understated rural retreat now under construction in Mangawhai.

We’re excited to share the .nz brand we created earlier this year. WH Goods is a locally grounded retail brand built on ...
05/12/2025

We’re excited to share the .nz brand we created earlier this year. WH Goods is a locally grounded retail brand built on quality, practicality, and community. The identity draws on a modern take of retro 90s aesthetics, blending trust and familiarity with a fun, approachable energy that reflects the brand’s connection to North Waikato and the lasting relationships they nurture there.

The overall brand design communicates warmth, reliability, and approachability. From the green and beige colour palette to bold, simple typography, patterns, and graphics, every element works together to create a cohesive, vibrant, and friendly identity. A small but distinctive detail – the sprouting “G” – nods to WH Goods’ agricultural roots and commitment to sustainability, perfectly reflecting the brand’s local and practical ethos.

We’re excited to share the Meta Living New Zealand brand we created this year. Meta Living is a mindful lifestyle brand...
03/12/2025

We’re excited to share the Meta Living New Zealand brand we created this year. Meta Living is a mindful lifestyle brand rooted in the belief that slowing down isn’t about moving slowly – it’s about being present, creating space for stillness, and finding small moments of calm in everyday life. Their values of self-care, mindfulness and sustainability guided every part of the identity we crafted.

The logotype features refined serifs with beautifully balanced proportions, creating a timeless, calm, and considered feel, while the emblem – a hand-drawn lotus woven into the letter M – symbolises resilience, transformation, and inner growth. Its organic style brings warmth and authenticity, perfectly aligning with Meta Living’s natural, holistic ethos and the intentional way they approach every product they create.

Photography: Meta Living New Zealand

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