Cornthwaite Architects Limited is a bespoke practice formed in 2003 by John Cornthwaite. A New Zealand Institute of Architects Registered Practice based in Auckland specializing in Clifftop, Heritage (Villa’s and Bungalow’s) + Re-clad Residential Projects, Commercial Projects + Interior Design.

We work closely and collaboratively with our clients to produce creative design solutions resulting in buildings and spaces with enduring quality and soul. We have a philosophy of embracing the creation of functional and sustainable spaces to meet our client’s needs.

John Cornthwaite + his team are personally committed to each project to obtain the best results for their clients. As a small practice, we are more focused, more flexible and enjoy our clients being fully involved in the process of designing and building their project.

Range of Services

• Site Assessment Analysis
• Conceptual Design and Feasibility Studies
• Presentation Design Drawings and Models
• Resource Consent Applications
• Construction Documentation
• Contract Documentation and Administration
• Project Management
• Interior Design and Fit-outs

Career Objectives

To utilize inherent and acquired skills as an Architect and applying these within a design organisation which values hard work, discipline, ethics and a desire to execute the design + construction of building projects to the highest of standards. To educate + develop the skills of staff and team members. To provide an “added + mature expertise” within a company’s capabilities.

Skills and Strengths

• Ability to establish client's needs, expectations, project requirements and budgets.
• Ability to develop and analyse ideas through sketches, detailed drawings and specifications.
• Imaginative, lateral and creative thinking skills, technical specialist and decision-maker.
• Ability to see the big picture as well giving attention to the smallest detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively, to be a “team player”.
• Practical and technical understanding of building materials, structures, construction and services.
• Qualities of vision, design skill + professional expertise.
• Ability to co-ordinate + integrate the contribution of building professionals, territorial authorities, product manufacturers, building contractors + sub-contractors.
• Technical skills in design, documentation, specifications, contract tendering, contract negotiation + procurement, contract management, construction monitoring, understanding of “best practices” + “quality construction”.