Who we are
BEGIN Architecture is a residential architectural practice and consultancy founded by principal designer Gilbert Sun with the intention of creating spatial and structural solutions that are powerful in both purpose and poetry – designs that challenge convention, inspire curiosity and instigate change, while remaining buildable and within budget.
With office based in Auckland, New Zealand, we strive towards imbuing every project with local, site-specific relevance, no matter its national or international location. We work in consideration of the client’s vision and budget, in sympathy with the site’s context and community, and in advancement of our environmental agenda. Our studio aims to translate every design opportunity into an iconic architectural asset with inherent, inter-generational value.
The considerations that inform the appointment of an architectural partner are numerous and often nuanced. Understanding the sensitivities and gravitas of such a decision, BEGIN Architecture strive to design high-performance buildings that fulfill the demands of strategy, compliance and commercial viability, while delivering on a creative vision in a class of its own.
The relationship between architect and patron is a particularly sacred aspect of the BEGIN Architecture process, and one that is governed by the imperative to realize, and exceed, our clients’ expectations, as a foremost priority. Simultaneously, our emphasis on due diligence dictates that we will pursue outcomes in a manner that best addresses any factors that may impact on the holistic success of the project, such as conservation, community, council regulation and environmental concerns
We are experienced in designing new builds. We tailor designs for individual clients, according to our clients’ requirements and modern changes; therefore, our designs are diverse and variant from others. Our team aims to help our clients make informed decisions to achieve the best possible outcomes.
We have worked with various investors and developers for subdivision developments, and we understand their goals and needs. Whether you are new to the market or an experienced investor, we endeavour to help you achieve your goals. Our service is end-to-end; our team works closely with different consultants involved in the process, giving you a hassle-free experience.
Are you planning to start residential development, but do not know where to start? We’ve got your back. We provide consultation services to prospective investors.
In honoring our clients’ decision to commission Begin Architecture, the studio also stringently adheres to the principle of presenting an original design program in response to every individual brief. While always respecting our clients’ briefs and budgets, we operate within a framework of innovation, never afraid to pursue the leading edge of design through research and development. Incorporating experimentation into our working process has afforded us the unusual position of never having had to supplement our portfolio with work that bows to convention for the sake of commercial gain. . By way of developing a completely bespoke solution to every design brief, we are empowered to follow a highly collaborative approach, both within the studio environment, as well as with our client and project partners and stakeholders.
We believe that our patrons make an invaluable contribution to the final solution, given their often intimate understanding of the site and the specific criteria for success. Similarly, we closely engage with consultants who complement and support our output by leveraging critical insight and niche expertise. Led with purpose, driven by imagination and ever-conscious of keeping our patrons central to every solution, Begin Architecture Team offers an inspired perspective on contemporary architecture – committed not only to sustainability in design, but also in the relationships with those involved in realizing such a vision.
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