Developments

Concepts and Consents has undertaken a number of development design studies across Auckland to explore how sites can respond to the opportunities introduced by the Auckland Unitary Plan. As planning provisions began enabling more intensive housing, a consistent focus across these projects has been understanding how increased density can be achieved while still respecting the established suburban character.

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This particular project demonstrates how higher-density housing can be carefully embedded within a suburban setting without overpowering the existing streetscape. The proposal balances intensity with sensitivity, using articulated building forms, varied materials and considered massing to create a development that feels intentional rather than dominant.

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The dwellings were arranged to maximise access to natural light, outlook and privacy for each home. Instead of relying on standardised layouts, the scheme adopts a bespoke configuration tailored to the site, resulting in more liveable, high-quality housing outcomes that respond to both planning opportunities and the surrounding built fabric.