Designers that listen

Meet the creative minds at LTD Architectural Design Studio, where every project is a blend of art, nature, and practicality. Together, we form a team dedicated to building not just houses, but homes that harmonise with the world around them.

MEET THE DIRECTORS

Designing right for people, place and planet means designing homes that are beautiful, efficient and affordable. Ensuring that the structure integrates seamlessly with the environment.

  • Joseph considers it a privilege to partner with people to create a home, to walk them through the process to achieve their dream. Since founding LTD Architectural in 2008, he has developed a reputation for designing homes that are not only beautiful, but also efficient, affordable, and sustainable.

  • David is fascinated by the conversation that happens between a sculptural, built structure, and its natural setting. A visionary and artist, David’s designs have won awards and acclaim in Aotearoa and beyond. Doing right by people and by the planet is at the core of his design and business practice.

MEET OUR PEOPLE

  • Senior Architectural Technician

    Andrew views the world through an architectural lens. Constantly observing and analysing, he knows which strategies will work and how a building will come together. Focused, thorough, and experienced, Andrew is determined to create designs that stand the test of time.

  • Senior Architectural Technician/Client Manager

    Anna’s talent for logic, spatial awareness, and design can be traced right back to her childhood. She now has years of draughting and architectural experience. The goal of sustainability is always informing her work. A creator at heart, Anna is all about nurturing things to a beautiful end result.

  • Architectural Designer and Key Client Manager

    Celeste turns client ideas into plans that are workable, beautiful, and complete. She doesn’t do things by halves, striving to bring each design as close to perfection as possible. Her helpful, committed nature is an asset both at work and in her role as a volunteer firefighter.

  • Architectural Designer

    Resourceful and big-hearted, Elfie was initially drawn to architecture by a desire to have more young people growing up in healthy homes. Medium-density architecture is Elfie’s strength - she has years of experience solving the puzzle of creating beautiful, healthy designs with tight space and budgets.

  • Architectural Designer

    Jessica sees architecture as the perfect combination of art and science. A true nature-lover, she gets great satisfaction from harnessing a site's full potential for beauty, sunlight, and comfort. Designing buildings that bring maximum well-being and joy to their inhabitants is what motivates Jessica.

  • CAD Technician

    Curious and thoughtful, Olivia was drawn to architecture for its ability to shape the spaces where we live, work, and connect. She is passionate about the relationship between construction technology and design, creating environments that bring people closer to each other and the natural world. Outside of work, she enjoys local tennis, hiking around Tasman, and floating in the ocean.

  • Architectural Designer

    Client ideas and dreams are Kara’s main inspiration. She is skilled at developing those concepts through to designs which soak up the best of each site’s warmth, light, and natural landscape. An international Taekwon-do athlete for 15 years, Kara brings integrity, perseverance, and discipline into all she does.

  • CAD Technician

    For Kirsty, it is all about turning clients’ dreams into bold, eye-catching, beautiful homes. Creative, approachable, and a great listener, Kirsty makes communication and collaboration easy. Her years of experience in this industry translate into design work that delights clients and gets the most out of each unique site.

  • Associate and Studio Manager

    Nadia works with intensity and focus to produce results. She is a passionate advocate for classic, workable design that flows together and makes sense visually and practically. Nadia is an expert at process management and working with others to keep outcomes and timelines on track.

  • Architectural Designer

    Sam is known for his outside-the-square, creative problem-solving skills. A calm and observant thinker, he brings his unique perspective to all the design stages from initial concepts through to final technical details. With more than a decade in the industry, Sam is experienced at navigating challenges and bringing client goals to fruition.

Careers at LTD

We’re always on the lookout for amazing talent. If you are interested in joining the LTD team and you have a passion for design, reach out!