Gubb Design

About

Gubb Design is a design focused and service oriented boutique architectural practice in West Auckland; delivering quality projects throughout the greater Auckland region and other parts of the South Pacific.

We are a small, boutique design practice in West Auckland. We work with clients to create solutions that integrate seamlessly with the surrounding environment. Our mission is to develop lasting relationships with our clients and provide a rewarding experience for all involved.

In every project, we undertake to pay close attention to the brief, location, scale, sustainability and use of materials in an holistic New Zealand context. This results in an innovative architecture that reflects the desires of you, the client.

Client service is our first priority and we pride ourselves on great communication. Our guiding principle is to always understand our clients’ needs and document this in a detailed brief.

Each client is unique and deserving of an original design. Listening and fully understanding what the client wants to achieve is one of the fundamental aspects of a successful project.

We specialise in all facets of residential homes; including new builds, renovation and sub-division developments. We also have experience in commercial, educational, retail and industrial design projects. Our projects are as diverse as our clients.

Gubb Design is a Professional Member of ADNZ.

Services

Testimonials

Over the past nine months we have been working with Darren on our house design. We have a 1950’s gem with a great bones, a rich history and a desire to make it our own. Darren has assisted us in identifying how we would use this house and have it in keeping with the original design intentions. He has done a wonderful job!

P & F Downs, Swanson

I had initially had some design plans drawn up from another company, and after having trouble submitting them to the Council we were recommended by a friend to come see Darren. This has resulted in us re-doing the plans and have ended up with a cheaper build and a higher spec internally. We will certainly have Gubb Design take the lead with our next spec home.

G Smith, Auckland

TWe have commissioned Gubb Design on numerous residential projects that have had a high degree of complexity. His ability to translate the client’s needs and prepare working compliant documents for consent and building, are excellent. We have also built various projects from documents prepared for his own clients; the detailing has been compliant, clear and practical. We have no hesitation in recommending Darren as your commissioned Architectural Designer.

Dale Bainbridge, Hybrid Residential

Darren was employed on the building project on our house for over a year. During that time we were really happy to be working with him. He was easy to work with, knowledgeable on the building code & design aspects required for the project and his attention to detail was of a high level. He spent a lot of time with us discussing various steps of the project & made sure we understood the process as the months went on. He always carried out the work efficiently & delivered it in the required time frame. We would definitely call on Gubb Design for future projects.

J & P Williams, West Harbour

We have comissioned Gubb Design on several occasions to take us through the concept, design, resource consent and building consent stages and guide us along the way. We feel we have come through this process having learned a lot and have Darren to thank. His attention to our often unreasonable wants and needs has resulted in a number of builds we feel have only happened due to Darren’s help. He has lead us along this journey with his clear communication and sound advice. We would not hesitate to pick up the phone and ask Darren to assist us on our next housing adventure in the future.

D & K Jones, Herne Bay