Award winning architects Smith + Scully

Architecture Smith + Scully is an award-winning and extensively published Auckland-based practice. We are passionate about the importance of providing good design and creating delightful spaces in all parts of our daily environments.

Established in 1996, we have a particular interest in housing and have worked at all ends of the housing spectrum from low-cost, community housing for Charitable Trusts, to developer-driven intensive housing projects, right through to highly refined inner city infill houses and lifestyle homes in the countryside.

Over the years we have seen the consistent need for smarter, more sustainable design and use of the land, in order for people to live well at all stages of their lives; with comfort, delight, privacy and a sense of community, regardless of demographic or income bracket.

We have the experience and design expertise to bring the full potential of a site to life and we enjoy maximising the project’s potential and possibilities for our clients. From conception to occupation, we work hard for our clients to ensure a smooth process though the design, documentation, consent process, tender and construction stages of their projects.

At every stage, we strive to provide value in a collaborative, clear and positive fashion. We value our client relationships and many return and refer us to their friends and colleagues.

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"As a builder I have found them to be easy to work with, thorough and professional, with a good understanding of how their plans translate through to the onsite build. I am looking forward to our next project together.”

— Keith Dumper, Director, KD Construction, New House in Spinnaker Bay

“The Bays Community Housing Trust built two houses in Northcote for older women designed by Smith and Scully Architects. This was a very smooth partnership with Hilary being sensitive and responsive to the special needs of these houses. The result is two lovely houses and ten very happy women living together.”

— Charitable Trust, Two New Houses in Northcote

"We began our design journey with Carolyn asking us to give her a few words to describe the kind of house we hoped for. From this simple start, Carolyn was able to envisage just what we wanted and we now have a house that suits us in every way. Thank you Carolyn, we could not be happier with our home."

— Clients, New House in Mellons Bay

“We absolutely loved working with Architecture Smith + Scully as they demystified the process, listened to our needs extremely accurately and gifted us a home that we feel extremely appreciative of and grateful for – every day!"

— Clients, New House in Epsom

“We have found the team at Architecture Smith and Scully easy to deal with and they have understood our design brief, with the house packed with good design that makes living very comfortable with an element of luxury!"

— Clients, New House in Point Chevalier

“Working with Smith & Scully on our extensive house renovations was a very enjoyable process. Most importantly, Carolyn Smith really listened to the ideas I had and incorporated those into the design very well, whilst at the same time providing her own helpful insights into what might (and might not) work in the design."

— Clients, Bungalow alteration in Herne Bay

“All [Motutapu Outdoor Education] projects have been totally successful delivering the functional requirements and coming in on (or under) budget due to very clear & precise detailing that has enabled our construction contractors to accurately price the works. No surprises, nothing left to chance!"

— Charitable Trust, Renovations and Alterations

“S&S are professional, respectful and create opportunity out of problems which brings about prompt resolution going forward. Their creative flair I feel is up there with all the notable designers whilst remaining grounded. Overall my team at POCL and I would recommend S&S to any prospective people wanting to take on a project."

— George Levick (Builder), Priority One Construction, New House in Point Chevalier

"When Smith and Scully offered their time, skill and expertise to help us organise and run our major fundraising event to keep our services going, we knew we had special people but we were not prepared for how wonderful. ... On the day they spent many hours at the homes sharing their skills and vision with our visitors."

— Look Good Feel Better, 2015 Auckland House Tour

“I love the light in the house – especially the entrance and the hall ways where you can see views of the rear garden and trees through the house. We enjoy the range of living spaces available – the house works well all year round – and our favourite spaces change depending on the season and weather."

— Clients, New House in Point Chevalier

Award winning architects Smith + Scully

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