Awarded “Workplace of the Year” at the 2012 Interior Awards, the studio was also the first in New Zealand to achieve the highest New Zealand Green Building Council rating possible – a 6 Green Star Interiors rating.
The fitout received the highest possible 6 Green Star rating for its full spectrum of sustainability measures including:
• Reused and sustainably harvested FSC-certified timbers,
• Daylight-addressable lighting systems,
• Natural ventilation and heat-pump plus radiant heating,
• An integrated green wall,
• Use of low-VOC paints and adhesives.

A particular focus on construction waste minimisation saw 90% of waste materials recycled or reused. One year after completion, there was a saving of 20% in energy usage relative to the old fitout. A 4.5 Star NABERSNZ rating capped off the performance credentials.

This fitout offers more than efficiency—it invites participation. By opening the studio to clients and visitors, S&T transformed the workplace into a living showcase of sustainable design, reinforcing a culture of transparency and creativity. Every material, finish and spatial gesture reflects the studio’s commitment to collaboration and environmental responsibility.