Architect People

23/10/2026

Function and materiality were the key to the success of this metal work space.
Raw and robust.
Save Board, Stainless steel, Concrete, Plywood, metal.

Architect People: Glen Robinson
Project: NPBHS Metal Technology New Plymouth Boys' High School
Main Contractor: Livingstone Building NZ
Photographer: Sandra Henderson Photographer

Save Board
Sharp Sheet Metal

16/10/2026

Its the small details that sometimes provide the biggest impact.

Architect People: Glen Robinson
Project: NPBHS Metal Technology New Plymouth Boys' High School
Main Contractor: Livingstone Building NZ
Metal Screens: Sharp Sheet Metal
Photographer: Sandra Henderson Photographer

Building NZ

07/10/2026

It’s great to see this project nearing completion!

NPDC’s 12 new affordable rental homes for the elderly in Bell Block will be managed by community housing provider Habitat for Humanity under an agreement that will have no cost to ratepayers.

25/09/2026

Silence.

As the doors close for yet another school holidays many building contractors will be gearing up to move in for upgrades to some education spaces.

Keep an eye out, maybe your children are some of the lucky ones who will return to spaces like these.

Architect People: Glen Robinson
Project: Puketapu SchooPuketapu School, Bell Block
Photographer: Sandra Henderson Photographer

18/09/2026

Dreamy isn't it?

Some homes just have that feeling.

Thinking of summer days and taking a moment to revisit this home deigned by our team a few years back.

Project: G&C House
Architect People: Tim Bland
Photographer: Sandra Henderson Photographer

11/09/2026

Architect People had the pleasure of attending the 2026 eHaus national conference in Wellington. It was a perfect opportunity to learn from other industry collaborators and partners.

A highlight of the event was being recognized for our energy efficient design of a current project under development in conjunction with eHaus Taranaki

Thank you for the huge effort eHaus - Redefining the way we live pulling together an amazing conference.

08/09/2026

Connecting with others in the industry while trying something a little bit different.

Some of our team enjoyed getting creative at a lino cutting workshop hosted by one of New Zealand’s flooring suppliers.

Congratulations Inzide for 30 years in business!

28/08/2026

Visual renders of a current project on the drawing board.

This project holds deep personal meaning for our client, honouring the existing home and everything it represents.

We are grateful to be entrusted with a journey that is as considered and meaningful as the space itself.

Project: Garrett Studio
Architect People behind this project: Glen Robinson, April Mullin, Mike Sanderson

20/08/2026

Designing for the way people live.

Purposeful design begins with understanding how a home will be used.

In this residence, generous glazing, considered planning and calm, layered interiors were designed to maximise connection, comfort and daily living. A closer look at a project that continues to remind us why purposeful design matters.

Project: Haumoana Home
Lead Architect: Tim Bland
Interior Designer: April Mullin
Main Contractor
Photographer: Matt Quérée

31/07/2026

Bathroom tip of the week

Custom-designed vanities do more than look great. They can completely transform how a bathroom functions.

For this project, we designed the joinery in both the main bathroom and ensuite to eliminate unusable space, maximise storage and increase usable bench space, creating a solution tailored specifically to the room.

In the main bathroom, the custom vanity also helped us accommodate a concealed walk-in shower while retaining space for a separate bath.

Thoughtful design is about making every millimeter count.

Swipe through and let us know which vanity is your favourite.

Project: J & A Bathrooms
Interior Designer: April Mullin - Architect People
Photography:
Styling:
Joiner: Glen Johns