DGSE is an award-winning architecture practice defined by it's design-led and collaborative approach. Engaged in a range of architectural, interior and masterplanning projects the studio is focused on achieving the highest levels of design. Encompassing over 40 years of professional experience, DGSE has offices in Auckland, Tauranga, Napier, Palmerston North, Wellington and Queenstown and is a member of Designgroup New Zealand - a wider network of design-led practices with a capacity of over 160 staff.
External link for Designgroup Stapleton Elliott
2024 Wrapped. Thank you to our wonderful clients for collaborating with us this year on a broad range of stunning projects. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our industry partners for their tireless efforts, and to our immensely talented DGSE team for their dedication to design excellence, people, place, and culture. We look forward to all that 2025 holds!
To tie up 2024, Designgroup Stapleton Elliott held Christmas parties in our studio locations across the motu. This was a celebration of another busy year filled with many wonderful achievements. Thanks to our incredible team, whose strong values and passion for design underpins our continued success. Looking forward to 2025!
St Patrick's College | Wellington A place for collaboration, focus, music, and reading, the Chanel Learning Hub is a portal for students and staff to come together. The monolithic form presents as an architecture of dual frontages — imparting a human-scale horizontality upon the local Kilbirnie streetscape.
The Designgroup Stapleton Elliott team recently enjoyed a site visit to our nearly completed Hyde Lane project. Led by our project architects, this was an opportunity to experience the units and amenities on offer, and to come together to celebrate this milestone achievement.
Designgroup Stapleton Elliott worked alongside Thames Pacific to deliver the design for the Odesa Development in Paraparaumu. We are thrilled to see this project go to market, and extend our thanks to the wider project team for their invaluable contributions.
As we begin to wind down and enter the festive season in 2024, Designgroup Stapleton Elliott recently hosted our Queenstown Xmas Soiree to celebrate with our industry partners. We gathered with staff, clients, and collaborators to commemorate this milestone. A big thank you to all who joined us for this celebration.
MANUKURA | Manawatū Set on the rural peripheries of Palmerston North, MANUKURA campus presents a reimagined learning environment, bolstered by deep-rooted ties to community and place. The special character school is designed around structured academia, Kaupapa Māori, and physical activity. Entwined in their waiata and haka, the symbolism of kia aorangi ake forms a strong connection to both Aorangi Marae and the empowering message to continually seek new pathways — to engage, extend and excel. In partnership with Maycroft Construction and Kereama Taepa for MANUKURA School and Ministry of Education New Zealand Photography: Paul McCredie
Designgroup Stapleton Elliott reposted this
The Island Bay Village upgrades are complete! 🎉 These changes were designed with the community in mind, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the dedication and mahi of our project teams. From the planners and engineers to the engagement and horticulture teams, everyone has played a vital role in delivering improvements that make Island Bay safer, greener, and more vibrant. 🌿 New kōwhai trees and native plants are now dotted around the shopping area, providing shade and greenery. This not only creates a more inviting space but also encourages tūī and other native birds to visit. 🚶Wider, smoother footpaths now make it easier to get around, whether you’re pushing a pram, using a wheelchair, or simply out for a stroll. This also designates more space for businesses to spill out onto the footpath in the furniture area, as visible with Blue Belle Café, and further towards Floyd’s Café, while ensuring a clear, safe pathway for all pedestrians. 🎨 Have you spotted the new murals and historical features around Island Bay? These vibrant artworks, created in collaboration with local artists, schools, historical societies, and community groups, bring the area’s rich history to life. You’ll find scenes of boats on the harbour, vintage tram tracks, Paekwakawa awa signage, and pavers with inspiring quotes and kōrero reflecting the local heritage. These additions are adding culture and colour to the neighbourhood, with a few more exciting pieces to be unveiled soon! 🚲 North/south lane is complete to separate vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians to make moving through the area safer for everyone. 🚗 We’ve converted some long-term parking into P60 spaces to boost visitor access for local businesses. Previously, many of these spaces could be taken up by all-day parking, meaning fewer spaces for people coming into shop, eat, or visit. With these changes, we’re making sure parking is available when you need it and supporting a healthy turnover for local shops. From upgraded lighting to resurfaced roads, we’re excited to see these changes in action. Our team will keep an eye on everything to make sure the area stays in top shape. You can read more about the Island Bay village upgrades below 👇 https://lnkd.in/gZ5k-JSD #OurWellington #TōTātouPōneke
Designgroup Stapleton Elliott are pleased to welcome Emily Hall to the team as a summer intern. Emily is currently completing her Master of Architecture, focusing on user-centric environmental design, across multiple typologies. This appointment signals our commitment to exemplary social sustainability outcomes within our design studios across the motu. Welcome to DGSE, Emily!
Punakērua House | Hawke's Bay Set atop a coastal cliff edge, the dwelling presents as a cluster of undulating volumes. Viewed from above, a striated canopy responds to the topographical geometries of the verdant landscape. In association with Crosson Architects. Photography: Simon Devitt