KPMG Building

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The KPMG building consists of a client floor and four working floors across 8,300m² housing approximately 600 staff. The brief called for the refurbishment of the entire building, while being occupied by the tenants KPMG and Kensington Swan. The client floor is shared between the two clients, and had to meet the requirements of both. On the working floors each client was treated as a separate design brief with different outcomes.

We affirmed the building’s single strongest asset - its outstanding connection to the harbour. Our key proposition was to open up the client floor to the exceptional views for the benefit of both clients and staff, and unlock the potential of how the space could be used. By rearranging the boardrooms we were able to expose the entire front elevation of the building to the deck and harbour beyond. This has transformed how the business is able to position itself as a place where people want to be, and engage with clients in a variety of new settings in a stunning location.

Location: Auckland

Year Completed: 2017

Photography: Simon Devitt

Awards:

  • BEST Awards Gold: Offices & Workplace Environments

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Established in 2004, Wingates is an award-winning Architecture & Interior Design studio.

With offices in Auckland, Tauranga and Hamilton, the studio has earned a reputation for delivering successful solutions across a range of design disciplines. The team boasts extensive experience and skill in the areas of commercial architecture, interiors, residential, retail, hospitality, healthcare and education, sharing the philosophy that optimum solutions are achieved using a combination of innovative thinking and open dialogue with all those involved in, and affected by the project. 

We have a passion for creating quality buildings, environments and products that respond to their client’s needs, user requirements and community expectations. The practice benefits from an extensive skills base that is constantly developing.

At Wingates we believe good design is an investment, and good design solutions are achieved through the application of informed and innovative thinking. Open inclusive dialogue with all those involved in, and affected by the project, will deliver the best possible solution.