m4 Architects
We are a progressive practice that provides exciting innovative design solutions giving clients a sense of individual identity and pride.
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Architecture is one of the most prominent features on the landscape of the man-made world. Whether designed for living, working, playing, connecting and/or retreating in, good architecture seeks to integrate harmoniously into the natural surrounds, provide endless functionality and aesthetic pleasure, resonate with the spirit of the building’s users and (sometimes) the community, and foster in them a sense of joy and wellbeing. M4 designs are thoughtful, revealing a deep understanding of and respect for the client and the people that will use the building. Our designs are progressive, and always reflective of the individuality of the residential client or the brand persona of the commercial client. With M4 Black, clients have the chance to enjoy exceptional architect-designed homes from an existing, high-quality detailed design.
Are a fully Northland owned-and-operated company, conveniently located in Whangārei’s CBD. As locals ourselves, we are intimately acquainted with the region and the unique climatic conditions that impact constructions in this part of the world. We work with only the best local engineers, builders, electricians, plumbers and other contractors to ensure a quality design and construction from conception through to completion. We are familiar with building and resources consents processes and have good relationships with the local council, placing us in an excellent position to navigate the consents and permits process. Our approachable working style invites clients and contractors to contact us freely, allowing projects to unfold smoothly and efficiently, unhindered by any one collaborator’s ego, and focused wholly on achieving beautiful design, quality construction and client satisfaction.
Creativity and dedication of our long-standing staff are the driving force behind our success, enabling us to consistently deliver a high level of quality and personalised service. M4Architects has a long database of repeat international, domestic and local clientele who return not only for our innovative design solutions (backed by the latest in drafting and 3D rendering technology), end-to-end service, and strong regional connections, but also because of the collaborative, down-to-earth personality and open-door policy of the firm. With a team as solid as our designs, M4 Architects has been the first choice worldwide for Northland-based builds since 1991.
M4 designs stand out from the crowd for all the right reasons: functionality, flow, spatial dynamics, along with attention to beauty allows staff, clients and customers to respond positively to their surrounds. Where applicable, we incorporate your business philosophy into the design of the build to create architecture truly unique and reflective of your brand. Your new premises will be practical for your day to day operations, increase worker productivity, and add value to your company profile. We also have extensive experience designing office buildings and spaces, as well as public amenities.
M4 designs stand out from the crowd for all the right reasons: functionality, flow, spatial dynamics, along with attention to beauty allows staff, clients and customers to respond positively to their surrounds. Where applicable, we incorporate your business philosophy into the design of the build to create architecture truly unique and reflective of your brand. Your new premises will be practical for your day to day operations, increase worker productivity, and add value to your company profile. We also have extensive experience designing office buildings and spaces, as well as public amenities.
Coastal living can be one of the most rewarding experiences in the lifetime of any individual, yet coastal sites are often rife with unique challenges: new coastal constructions are frequently situated on sloping properties, and the need to simultaneously protect a building and its inhabitants from the elements while also providing the connectivity between the indoors and outdoors associated with coastal retreats, requires an architect with judicious vision and a deft hand. M4 Architects are highly experienced in designing and overseeing the build of coastal homes. We enjoy finding innovative, value-add solutions to complex site challenges and seeing our client’s take ownership of luxuriously-designed, well-built homes.
From Waipu Museum, to information centres, regional council buildings and public amenities, our architectural designs are robust, functional, appropriate, warm, friendly, inviting and built to withstand the tests of time. We are proud of our contributions to the shared architecture of our local communities and in consistently producing builds that are finished to a high standard.
We design lifestyle villages to foster community spirit, promote comfortable, assisted and accessible living, and include family friendly spaces. With sensitivity and insight, we create healthy, durable structures emanating warmth, character and homeliness.
From coastal residencies that feel like home and lifestyle villages for seniors, to business premises, office buildings and fit-outs, regional council buildings and public amenities, our comprehensive experience in new constructions, firm connections with local industry professionals, and extensive regional knowledge, makes us the ideal choice for clients worldwide desiring high-quality, innovative Northland-based architecture.
How to add structures to an existing build and make them appear as if they always belonged? This is the question that M4 Architects is able to answer with experience, expertise and imagination.
We approach renovation projects with a delicate touch, knowledge of local building regulations, attention to budget and sensitivity to desired completion dates. Our commercial refurbishment experience includes office fit-outs and hospital wings, and we are equally practised at repurposing and updating residential spaces to integrate the charm of the old with the functionality of the new.
Allow us to project manage your build with our construction observation services. We will visit the site regularly and communicate with contractors to keep tabs on costs and timelines to give you accurate progress reports. We are also happy to advise you as desired on non-structural design improvements as building progresses.