News

Sep 20

It’s World Green Building Week

Did you know that its World Green Building Week this week? Building sustainably is something our team are passionate about. We believe in the practical application of environmentally sustainable design to suit a project brief and budget. Our award winning design for the Waiheke Island Library is a great example... read more →
Sep 14

Clearwater Quays is coming along nicely

As you can see from the photos (taken on a beautifully clear Christchurch day, before lockdown), the Clearwater Quays mass timber apartment building is progressing at a fast pace! The construction of the beautiful curving staircase is a work of art. Photos courtesy of Phil T. Find out more about... read more →
Aug 17

2021 Best Awards

The 2021 Best Awards Finalist's have been announced, and Pacific Environments are on the list! Pacific Environments have 2 projects in the 2021 Best Awards finals including Te Paataka Koorero o Takaanini, the Takanini Library and Community Hub which made the finals for 2 categories, the Public and Institutional Spaces... read more →
Jul 23
Arahoe School

Innovative Learning Environments

“A learning environment is not just about property. It’s about the social, pedagogical, and physical elements in the whole school aligning and aiming for positive educational outcomes.” - Ministry of Education - A new environment for learning Alongside changing teaching methodologies, our learning environments are also changing. There is a... read more →
Jul 14
Image credit - Toitū Envirocare

Working towards carbon net zero.

Pacific Environments has signed up with Toitū Envirocare’s ‘Carobonzero’ assessment and certification programme. Why Carbon Net Zero? As founding signatories to Architects Declare NZ, Pacific Environments are committed to the continuous improvement of our sustainable working practices. Achieving carbon net zero is a natural progression of this commitment. A first-hand... read more →
Jun 24
Pacific Environmnets Pink Ribbon Breakfast

Pink Ribbon Breakfast

Pacific Environments took part in a Pink Ribbon Breakfast fundraising event yesterday, raising $1000 for the New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation. The team did a stellar job of the catering! Breakfast options ranged from Shakshouka (poached eggs in spicy tomato sauce), croissants, cakes, buns and pikelets and the 'bring a... read more →
Jun 16
Pacific Environments Team at Trees for Life planting day

Trees for Survival

Three of the Pacific Environments team joined the Trees for Survival planting day alongside Waikowhai Intermediate School this week. Pacific Environments, with the help of the Rotary Club have sponsored the school's involvement in Trees For Survival for the past 2 years. The team thoroughly enjoy the opportunity to get... read more →
Jun 11

Waiheke Library makes itinerary

If you are looking for some walking tour inspiration, the Waiheke Library is on this months Architecture Now itinerary. A celebration of local architecture and heritage, the program is supported by the Dulux Colours of New Zealand. Andrew Barrie and Julia Gatley take us to some of the best essential... read more →
May 31
New Pacific Environments team members

New Faces

It's been a busy year! We are very pleased to introduce new architectural staff members Yao, Emily, Daniel, Claudia and Jovi. Head to our meet the team page to spot the new faces.
May 24
Tree Houses: Escape to the canopy.

Escape to the canopy

Pete Eising has written an evocative introduction to this beautiful new book, Tree Houses: Escape to the canopy. The book is a collation of tree house architectural projects from around the world by Images Publishing. Amazon describes it as 'Richly Illustrated with lavish full-colour photographs of creative tree houses, all... read more →