Moore Design

Moore Design We specialise in new builds, renovations, and interior design — from concept to consent.

Moore Design is a residential architectural design studio creating thoughtful, practical homes across Wellington, the Hutt Valley, Kāpiti and the Bay of Plenty. We are based in Lower Hutt and Papamoa, and specialise in new home design, alterations/additions and multi-unit developments. We aim to simplify the design process for our clients and ensure cost effectiveness for your project. We take tim

e to listen to our clients to gain a better understanding of their needs. Every clients architectural design project is viewed as unique and deserving of an original plan and design approach. We can design and create all the plans for your project and present designs to you in 3D model rendering and take them through the entire building consent process. Services:

Sub Division Development
New Buildings
Renovations
Interior Design
Alterations and additions
Concept design
Kitchen and joinery design
3D imaging and rendering
Specifications
Council documentation
Project managing

There are properties, and then there are buildings that become part of the city's story.This Ian Athfield–designed home ...
08/06/2026

There are properties, and then there are buildings that become part of the city's story.

This Ian Athfield–designed home above Karaka Bay is the latter. Carved into the Wellington hillside, with harbour and Orongorongo views that shift with the light, it's been thoughtfully reimagined while keeping everything that makes it unmistakably Athfield — the curved rooflines, the sculpted forms, the deep sense of connection to site.

A rare piece of New Zealand architectural history. We're glad work like this endures.

This property is currently for sale - Trademe Listing #5853906681

12 boutique townhouses — Ludlam Crescent, WoburnWe're excited to share a project that's been a long time in the making. ...
04/06/2026

12 boutique townhouses — Ludlam Crescent, Woburn

We're excited to share a project that's been a long time in the making. 85 Ludlam Crescent is a collection of 12 boutique townhouses in the heart of Woburn — designed around one of Wellington's most remarkable sites.
The development occupies a portion of a historic garden, surrounded by century-old Nikau palms that shaped every design decision we made: orientation, flow, outlook, and materiality.

The result is a scheme that feels like it was always meant to be here.
→ Traditional gabled rooflines and white pergolas anchored in the neighbourhood's character
→ 2.7m stud ceilings throughout for a sense of light and volume rare in this typology
→ Two interior schemes: Modern Coastal and Hamptons — both beautifully resolved
→ Stone benchtops, real oak flooring, wool loop-pile carpet, brushed brass hardware as standard
→ Stone wall cladding at entry, limestone crazy paving, and mature palms framing a turning bay that is genuinely unlike anything else on the new-build market

Built by — who brought exactly the care and intentionality this site deserved.

For more info → https://homes.co.nz/address/lower-hutt/woburn/85-ludlam-crescent/WAEQ1

If your project triggers resource consent — and many do — it can feel like a black box. Here's what's actually involved....
31/05/2026

If your project triggers resource consent — and many do — it can feel like a black box. Here's what's actually involved.

Resource consent is required when your project doesn't comply with the District Plan rules for your site. This might relate to height, setbacks, coverage, or the character of the neighbourhood.

The process typically involves:

→ A pre-application meeting with Council
→ Preparation of plans, reports, and supporting documents
→ A public notification period (sometimes)
→ A decision — which can take weeks to months

We manage this process from end to end, including coordinating planners, engineers, and other specialists.

More questions about the consenting process?

Ask us in the comments or DM us directly. → link in bio for more info

🎓 Huge Congrats to Barney!We couldn't let this one pass without a shout-out — today Barney graduates, and we're celebrat...
28/05/2026

🎓 Huge Congrats to Barney!

We couldn't let this one pass without a shout-out — today Barney graduates, and we're celebrating double: not only is he crossing the stage, but he's also been accepted into the University of Melbourne Masters programme and is heading over the ditch to take the next step in his architectural journey.

Barney has been a motivated and industrious team member for the past few months. His commitment, energy, and genuine enthusiasm for the work have made a real mark on our studio — and on the projects he's contributed to.

Barney shared: "Thanks for the work experience, it was fun and I learned a lot... huge thanks as I don't know if they would have accepted me if I didn't have work experience under my belt!"

Congratulations on graduating today, Barney — we're stoked for you and can't wait to see what comes next. 🏛️

21/05/2026

Next-level sea views overlooking the Wellington Harbour! 🌊We lucked out with a stunning blue-bird day for this site measure. This hilly, 3-level site is spectacular, but it is going to be a complex reno. 🔨📐Stay tuned to see how we transform this incredible spot!

In Construction: A nifty little build by the beach On a cool little section near the beach in Eastbourne, a nifty 65sqm ...
20/05/2026

In Construction: A nifty little build by the beach

On a cool little section near the beach in Eastbourne, a nifty 65sqm footprint building has begun construction.

The 2 bedroom home — with off-street parking — has been expertly designed with sleeping and office space on the ground floor, and living / kitchen on the upper level, opening up onto a covered balcony facing the sea.

Key design moves:

→ Raked ceilings and skylights to allow high stud and ensure the space feels large, light and airy — drawing natural light deep into the living spaces

→ Abodo Vertical Shiplap in Walnut stain combined with wide Vertical Stria Fibre Cement Cladding feature walls — warmth, texture, and longevity in one move

→ An enclosed outdoor balcony linking living to landscape — the ocean in one direction, the bush on the hillside behind

→ Feature trapezoid windows along the roadside elevate the street façade and emphasise the dramatic gable roof form, creating a strong architectural identity

Set on a compact 142sqm site at 46% coverage, this project will be a true showcase of thoughtful small-scale living and clever construction.

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🌊 Now Designing in Tauranga & Bay of PlentyWe're excited to announce that Moore Design is now actively working with clie...
14/05/2026

🌊 Now Designing in Tauranga & Bay of Plenty
We're excited to announce that Moore Design is now actively working with clients in Tauranga, Ōmokoroa, and Ōtūmoetai.
Our Wellington practice has been delivering award-worthy residential design for years — and we're bringing that same approach to one of New Zealand's fastest-growing regions.
Whether you're planning a new build on a section in Papamoa, a coastal home in Mount Maunganui, or a renovation of an older property in Ōtūmoetai — we'd love to hear about your project.
Our senior designer Clayton is available for site visits across the region.

📩 Book a free initial consultation — https://mooredesign.nz/contact-us-architectural-designers-wellington-tauranga/

If you've been putting off your kitchen or bathroom renovation for years — you're not alone.We hear it constantly. Peopl...
11/05/2026

If you've been putting off your kitchen or bathroom renovation for years — you're not alone.

We hear it constantly. People know their space isn't working, but the process feels overwhelming before it's even started.

Here's the truth: the hardest part is usually just starting the conversation. Once you know what's possible — and what it actually involves — most of our clients wish they'd done it sooner.

A well-designed kitchen or bathroom doesn't just look better. It changes how you feel in your home every single day.

If yours has been on the list for a while, let's talk. No pressure, no obligation — just a honest conversation about what's possible.

📩 DM us or visit the link in our bio.

We're working on a great community housing project, and the project manager and client have been gushing at the concept ...
30/04/2026

We're working on a great community housing project, and the project manager and client have been gushing at the concept designs presented. So nice to have 'wow's' in response to our work. 😁

This thoughtfully designed two-storey townhouse is now on the market and ready for new owners! Architecturally, the sche...
27/04/2026

This thoughtfully designed two-storey townhouse is now on the market and ready for new owners!

Architecturally, the scheme adopts a clean, contemporary language — mono-pitch roof forms, a restrained material palette, and generous glazing to maximise light and connection.

This home is set in a quiet well located street, offering open-plan ground floor living, seamless indoor–outdoor flow to a private 20m² courtyard, and well-considered upper-level bedroom zones.

Designed for modern urban living, this home includes:

- Four double bedrooms plus a study
- Master bedroom with ensuite
- Full family bathroom with bath & shower
- Separate guest toilet downstairs
- Light-filled open-plan living
- High ceilings enhancing space and light
- Sunny, north-facing backyard
- Internal access garage

As part of a development in collaboration with SPICEBUILD, watch out for more of these architecturally designed townhouses coming to market soon.

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