We’re proudly locally owned and are the custodians of a century-old architectural legacy. 

Stephenson & Turner New Zealand began as an architectural practice imbued with the spirit of International Modernism, promoted and fostered by its founder, Sir Arthur Stephenson. The firm has been providing leadership in New Zealand architecture ever since, specialising in elegantly designed and detailed large commercial offices and health service buildings for 100 years.

The four offices in Auckland, Waikato, Wellington and Christchurch were set up as independent companies in April 2022, which, in turn, own the central company - The S&T Group. While Stephenson & Turner New Zealand Ltd remains a guardian of the brand and oversees essential shared services, each business is more autonomous and focuses on core strengths and key geographical advantages to drive growth.

At S&T Wellington, we take a confident, collaborative and holistic approach to all projects.

We design with intent, and stay true to our firm's integrity. We immerse ourselves in our clients’ goals and objectives, and build deep relationships as projects move from inception to completion.

The S&T culture is one that celebrates honesty, diversity and thoughtfulness. Everyone on the team, no matter their role, is treated with respect and given the tools to be their best. Our people are the ones who bring our work to life, so when the spirit of the team is thriving, it shows in our work. 

We also respect the unique worldview of iwi Māori and acknowledge the way Te Ao Māori influences our design practice. We’re excited to see those designs evolve into better communities and environments for us all to enjoy.

We know our day-to-day operations can impact the environment. 

This is why we consistently measure and monitor our energy consumption, waste streams, staff commuting habits and work-related travel.

From this data, we have our carbon inventory audited by a third-party on an annual basis. We choose to source our own offsets so we can invest in our surrounding community. We currently offset 120% of our emissions.

Climate change is the greatest challenge of our time. Aotearoa has committed itself to the aims of the Paris Agreement; to keep the global average temperature increase below 2 degrees above pre-industrial levels, while limiting the temperature increase to 1.5 degrees. 

Currently, the built environment contributes to 20% of Aotearoa’s carbon emissions. We need to do our bit to ensure the country meets its carbon reduction target of 30% by 2030.

Hiranga 

We strive for excellence in all we do. We have the right people with the right skills and we deliver results that meet or exceed client expectations

Mahi Totika

We work with integrity. We do the right things the right way, we consider the wider picture, we demonstrate our expertise and deliver on our word.

Whanaungatanga & Manaakitanga

We care for our work, our team and our culture. We listen to our clients, we value relationships based on trust and we treat everyone with respect.

Whakatupu

We make good decisions to promote our own growth and development. We make financially sound decisions and use effective and efficient technology solutions to ensure a stable and successful practice.

Our process begins with getting a full understanding of the whenua and kaupapa of the site or space we’re working with. Once we understand that, we work with our clients to refine their brief and create a strategic response that best meets their objectives.

We then produce a thoughtful and engaging concept design, followed by developed design across all areas through to consent. At all stages, we communicate with our clients so they can make informed decisions and ensure our work aligns with their vision.

Huranga/ Discovery
Aroro/ Concept
Whakaahua/ Developed Design
Hanga/ Build

We place a strong focus on community architecture and work hard to maximise a space’s inherent elegance and appeal.