Shape Architects

29/05/2026

A new coastal development taking shape in St Heliers Bay.

This project combines two private standalone residences with a contemporary apartment building, all designed around panoramic sea views, open-plan living, and refined modern architecture.

29/05/2026

A new coastal development taking shape in St Heliers Bay

This project combines two private standalone residences with a contemporary apartment building, all designed around panoramic sea views, open-plan living, and refined modern architecture.

19/05/2026

SkyFold | Point View Drive

The Courtyard

Set along the ridgeline of Point View Drive, this 800m² home is designed to take in expansive views of Auckland’s skyline and Rangitoto. A U-shaped plan creates privacy for multi-generational living while framing a sheltered central courtyard and pool.

08/05/2026

ST HELIERS | $10M RENOVATION

The practice doesn’t usually take on many alteration projects, but when an $8 million property comes up with arguably the best views of Rangitoto in Auckland, it’s hard to say no.

The original house was designed by renowned architects Sumich Chaplin (who we greatly admire) in the late 1990s. Over its 30-year lifespan, it has undergone several renovations and re-clads. However, a detailed inspection revealed significant water ingress into the framing, and the project quickly evolved from a simple reclad into a full-scale alteration.

With a fully concrete basement already in place, we chose to retain the existing platform, minimising earthworks and foundation costs.

The top two levels were completely redesigned while working within a similar footprint to the original plan. The new layout introduces a more open-plan kitchen, dining, and living space, along with an expanded master suite better aligned with contemporary living. Structural posts facing the water were also removed to fully open the interior spaces to the view.

This project involved a complete design package — from the initial site investigation and walkover through to concept design, developed design, consenting, and full interior and exterior landscape design.

Construction begins today. Looking forward to sharing the progress.

24/04/2026

SkyFold | Point View Drive

The approach: where building meets horizon.

Shaped through careful iteration, Skyfold sits along the ridge of Point View Drive, mediating between quaint landscape and urban skyline. With panoramic views stretching toward the Sky Tower and Rangitoto, the project takes its name from the way architecture and horizon fold into one.

21/04/2026

Duet | Ōrākei

A closer look at our upcoming project: Duet, a composition of two architecturally designed homes located in Ōrākei.

Each residence is organised across three levels, with living spaces that open seamlessly to a balcony view overlooking the basin.

17/04/2026

Duet | Ōrākei

Introducing Duet, a name inspired by the project’s mirrored composition, are a pair of architecturally designed homes positioned in Ōrākei, overlooking the basin.
This elevation represents one of Shape’s boldest explorations to date — a sculptural façade defined by intentional curvature, directly shaped by the spatial experience within. The mid-floor living area flows seamlessly onto a balcony that captures the expansive marine views.

17/04/2026

17/04/2026

SkyFold | Point View Drive

Threshold and interior render.

Shaped through careful iteration, Skyfold sits along the ridge of Point View Drive, mediating between quaint landscape and urban skyline. With panoramic views stretching toward the Sky Tower and Rangitoto, the project takes its name from the way architecture and horizon fold into one.

14/04/2026

Cloud | Mountain Road

A closer look at our upcoming modern mixed-use apartment project, located at the corner of the St Peters College intersection. The building brings together activated ground-floor commercial spaces with 20 carefully designed studio apartments above. The uppermost level features three penthouse homes, each oriented to capture views across the cityscape.