C-Architecture Design Studio.

We design homes that feel generous and joyful, work beautifully, and endure harsh environments.

C-Architecture is a small residential architecture studio specialising in coastal homes, new builds, and renovations across Auckland, Piha Beach, and the Coromandel Peninsula. We help unlock the full potential of sites and spaces, creating homes that are refined, timeless, practical & durable, and designed for the way people actually live.

We focus on three key principles:

Thoughtful Planning & Efficient Design - making homes that feel spacious, connected, and effortless to live in.

Coastal Durability – designing homes to perform in demanding environments, with careful selection of materials and considered detailing.

Practical Design – Beautiful, timeless architecture that is buildable and grounded in realistic budgets.

We transform challenges into opportunities, whether it’s reimagining an older bach, designing a new coastal home, or unlocking hidden potential in a tricky site. Every project is tailored to lifestyle and the unique character of a site, ensuring spaces that flow naturally and connect seamlessly to the outdoors.

We believe great homes are shaped by the way people live. That’s why listening closely to our clients is central to everything we do. We work collaboratively to clarify your vision, navigate challenges, and uncover creative solutions — often in ways that surprise and delight.

Orientation, natural light, ventilation, and the rhythms of daily life guide our designs. By prioritising these elements, we create homes that are resilient, beautiful, and effortlessly harmonious — not only highly functional but spaces that inspire you every day.

Having designed numerous homes in exposed coastal environments — and living active outdoor lives by the sea ourselves — we understand the demands and rewards of coastal living. We design buildings that respond carefully to their setting, using durable materials that weather naturally and beautifully over time. Timelessness in architecture is always our aim.

We are equally passionate about renovations and additions as we are about new homes. Reimagining existing houses often reveals hidden potential — improving awkward layouts, unlocking light, and creating spaces that feel far more generous and functional than before. Seeing clients rediscover their homes with renewed joy and ease is one of the most rewarding aspects of our work.