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Over our 30 years in architecture we’ve designed many housing developments, both for private developers and retirement villages which led us into involvement with Papakāinga developments. Whether it be the masterplan, then right through to detailed drawings and getting building consent, or maybe just site, foundation and drainage plans, we can help you with the designs, plans and

Here in New Zealand it’s a very common scenario to be building on a slope, whether it be a house, bach or garage. Sloping sites bring challenges, but they also present positive things like greater views to coastal properties.  Being based in Northland the team here at Arcline have seen our fair share of steep,

If your Marae has a building project coming up, you’ll most likely need support to go through the ‘Te Ahi Kaa: Te Whare Marae technical feasibility and building support’ stage of the project and funding process.  Here at Arcline we’ve helped many Marae through this process, and it sets the project up in the best

Being based in Northland, we find many of our clients (like you) are shifting from outside the region and are building in Northland.  Firstly, you’re in for a treat. With lush landscapes, tropical climate, and beaches aplenty, Northland offers a unique canvas for creating your dream home. However, building in this part of the country

If there’s one thing our followers like you crave, it’s the raw, uncut, in-the-moment architecture videos from our design team.  They give a glimpse of what your own project might look like when the build is underway. Building a home is a several year journey, and by seeing someone else’s dream come to life, it

Yes, it’s been a while since Alan Simpkin, our founder, set out on his own. Now, after a good 30 years, the Arcline brand is a solid, dependable name with literally thousands of projects in our portfolio. Just to give you an idea, averaging 100 projects a year adds up to a whopping 3,000 homes

Building a house in New Zealand is an exciting venture, but how long does it take to build a house?  The short answer – allow between 10-12 months for a fairly normal size and style home, excluding the design and consenting.  The long answer? Read on… It’s essential to understand the timeline involved in this

It’s a dream that many Kiwi’s aspire to fulfill, but the process can be daunting if you’ve never done it before, so in this article, we help explain – how to build a house in New Zealand?  With breathtaking landscapes like the Mangonui harbour seen above, and diverse architectural styles, New Zealand offers an ideal canvas

We at Arcline Architecture take pride in our sponsorship and donation efforts towards a variety of worthy causes in our community.  Whether it’s supporting emergency services or education, we recognize that any additional contribution can be immensely beneficial to these organizations that provide valuable services to the people of New Zealand. Please refer to the